Mendocino County Board of Supervisors to Review Assembly Bill 2494: “Modernizing Our Forest System”

In response to significant public interest, inquiries, and community feedback, the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors will review and discuss Assembly Bill 2494, titled “Modernizing Our Forest System,” during its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

AB 2494 would redefine “management” for purposes of state forests as the handling of forest vegetation and soils within state forests for biodiversity conservation and fire resilience, while maximizing the promotion of durable onsite carbon storage and sequestration, climate resiliency goals, equitable forest access, wildlife and recreation opportunities, and compatible research efforts.

For more information, please visit the California Legislative Information website at:

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2494

The discussion will take place as part of the Board’s regularly scheduled legislative items and will provide an opportunity for Supervisors to engage in dialogue, ask questions, and hear from staff. Members of the public are encouraged to attend or submit comments.

The meeting will be held at the County Administration Center in Ukiah and will also be accessible via the County’s virtual meeting platform.

For the agenda and participation details, visit the County of Mendocino’s official website at: mendocinocounty.gov. 

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