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Arcata City Hall Department Contact Information & COVID-19 Procedures

Arcata City Hall is open for in-person services from 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. Read on for more information...
Arcata Gateway Area Plan Update

The Gateway Area Plan draft is available for public review. This draft will be circulated for public input for about a year before it can be brought to the City Council for adoption. Read on to learn more about upcoming opportunities for public input. Read on for more information...
COVID-19 News & Updates

The spread of the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving situation. The City of Arcata is dedicated to keeping the community safe and informed during this unprecedented time. Please read on to find more local information on COVID-19. Read on for more information...
National Police Foundation Report & Arcata Police Department Updates

The National Police Foundation completed its independent review of the Arcata Police Department’s response to the homicide of David Josiah Lawson. Read on to review the full report & for updates on how APD is working to incorporate their recommendations. Read on for more information...
City of Arcata Statement Against Racism & Violence Towards the AAPI Community

At the Arcata City Council meeting on Wednesday, April 7, the City Council approved a statement condemning the escalating violence and ongoing harassment directed at Asians, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders. Read on for more information...