Mike's Burgers is the next "Roasted" Wienie place!

"This Hot Dog reminds me of George Bush! It left a bad taste in my mouth!" Steve Harris 2014. I will probably have to break this up into two divisions sometimes; one for me and one for Steve.

1. Hot Dog-For Richard: I had a double chili dog. Sloppy and just what I expected. Not great but filling. Rating: 3 out of 5

1. Hot Dog-For Steve: Bland. Steve was not impressed at and threw half of dog away. (He offered it to me first.) Rating: 0.5 out of 5

2. Condiments-These are way sloppy dogs. For me that was good. For Steve, well, he was just disgusted.  Rating: 2 out of 5

3. Ambiance- Old run down decor. Not as many Republican type literature makes it a little less drab. Had to eat outside because of no inside sitting. Rating: 1.5 out of 5

4. Extras- Richard: I had the garlic fries and they were good. Little less greasy than I would have liked. Rating: 3.0 out of 5

4. Extras- Steve: Hated them! Too greasy and he was just appalled. Threw half of those away as uneatable. I look at the greasy part as a plus! He must have got mine! Rating: 1.0 out of 5

 5. Parking-Along 7th Street is not bad, but we parked out back to eat at tailgate. Not real ideal. 2.5 out of 5

Overall rating 2.0 out of 5 Steve will probably never darken this door again. Me? Sometimes you just have to have a garlic fry fix. I will be back.

North Coast Rail Authority rolling toward the Black? Bay area wants Mad River water? February Meeting in Healdsburg.

North Coast Rail Authority rolling toward the Black? Bay area wants Mad River water? February Meeting in Healdsburg.

All nine Directors were present for the February meeting. Former Director Gus Wolter was recognized for his past service. The board discussed Committee reports for the Property and Finance Committees before we had our first conduct of business, which was Discussion of Reinstatement of Stipend (or pay) for the Board Members. I spoke against and the other Directors agreed to table until next year. We then approved a financial audit by Pisenti and Brinker and approved an agreement between the NCRA and Parallel Infrastructure for Auditing services that will actually bring in monies for identified Right of Ways.

Executive Director Mitch Stogner reported on a letter sent to the Sonoma-Marin Area Rapid Transit (SMART ) concerning 16 turnout projects needed by North Western Pacific Co. (NWPco) between Novato and Santa Rosa. Mr. Stogner also reported on Project Engineer John Anderson’s pre-feasibility type estimate of repairing 52 miles of rail line form Windsor to Ukiah.  There is interest by the Chinese Rail Institute through HJI Group to fund this potential 40 million dollar expansion project.

Property Specialist Doug McCorkle has had inquiry by the Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District of potential water pipeline from Mad River to the Bay Area using the NCRA rail Right of Way. Quite shocking for the Humboldt Directors and first I had heard of that.

NWPco Operator John Williams said he needed more of the turnouts active and spurs available for more business. Would really like to see expansion to Cloverdale at least. Would prefer the NCRA pursue grants rather than loans. NWPco now servicing 7 businesses with 15 to 20 loads a week and ready to make a profit.

The above picture is the service of barley to Lagunitas in Petaluma. The Below picture is of NWPco operating through heavy rain near Shellville on Feb. 10^th, 2014. Yes, rail is currently up and running.    

Humboldt Democrats violate their own Bylaws to remove Lifelong Democrat Ciarabellini!

Lifelong Democrat and current Eureka 4^th Ward Councilmember Melinda Ciarabellini was removed tonight from the Humboldt County Democratic Central Committee (HCDCC) as an “Associate” member in violation of their own bylaws that state, “2.11 Resignation and Removal: This Committee also may remove a regular MEMBER (Regular and not Associate), except an Ex Officio Member, for the following grounds: • (d) Publicly advocating that voters should not vote for the Democratic endorsee for any office, or giving support or avowing preference for a candidate of another party or unaffiliated candidate who is opposing a candidate endorsed by the Democratic Party.

The vote was 12 yes, 9 no and 1 abstention. A vote to table the vote for removal until clarification of bylaws failed 10-10. Obviously Humboldt Democrats didn’t overall agree on this action. (I pointed out that the HCDCC Bylaws should supercede an new resolution.) Lots of discussion.

Melinda endorsed her longtime friend John Fullerton over Lisa Ollivier for Eureka City School Board.

Virgina Bass for 4th District Supervisor Kick Off! Tomorrow 12pm County Courthouse Steps! Rain or Shine!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Eureka, CA – 4^th District Supervisor and lifelong Eureka resident Virginia Bass is announcing her campaign for re-election this Friday February 7^th at 12:00pm in front of the Humboldt County Courthouse, in Eureka.

Since taking office, Virginia has worked hard and accomplished many things for the citizens of the 4^th District and Humboldt County.  Bass mentioned a couple specific highlights she is especially proud of, “The working relationship between the County of Humboldt, the City of Eureka and the Harbor District has vastly improved. Through my efforts as well as those of fellow elected and staff members in all three entities, we have made great progress in our collaborative efforts leading to improvements in the areas of Economic Development, Resource Protection and Public Safety. Additionally, we took the necessary steps to provide our County with a planning and building department that is truly in touch with the needs of our community.” 

 

Supervisor Bass is pleased to have the support of the following Officials:  

"Virginia is experienced and committed as a Supervisor to the people and community of Humboldt County.  I especially appreciate the energy, professionalism and inclusiveness she brings to her work, and I value her as a resource and a key partner in my work representing the North Coast."  Jared Huffman U.S. Congress, 2nd District.

“Virginia's dedication and commitment to the county of Humboldt is unsurpassed.  Please join me in supporting her for re-election in 2014.” Rex Bohn, 1^st District Supervisor of Humboldt County.  

“It is both a pleasure and an honor to work with Virginia on a daily basis.  Her open mindedness and willingness to move Humboldt County in a positive direction has played a critical part of many important accomplishments.” Ryan Sundberg, 5^th District Supervisor of Humboldt County.

While I am proud of what has been accomplished, I am aware that there is still much to be done and I am not only confident but look forward to continue to work towards making Humboldt County an even better place for us all.” Bass said.

 

Please join your friends, neighbors and community leaders in front of the Humboldt County Courthouse in Eureka to support Virginia this Friday, February 7^th at 12:00pm. Rain or shine.   

Committee to Re-Elect Virginia Bass 2014

A partial list of endorsers:

                Humboldt Deputy Sheriffs' Organization

Jared	Huffman
Mike	Thompson
Mike	Downey
Rex	Bohn
Estelle	Fennell
Ryan	Sundberg
Jimmy	Smith
Dave	Finigan
Mike	Sullivan
Susan	Adams
Mike	McGuire
Dave	Parris
Steve	Strawn
Ray	Jerland
Loretta	Nickolaus
Jim	Wood
Frank	Jager
Chet	Albin
Marian	Brady
Melinda	Ciarabellini
Mike	Newman
Polly	Endert
Chuck	Goodwin
Mike	Jones
Connie	Miller
Mary Beth	Wolford
Greg	Dale
Richard	Marks
Aaron	Newman
Dennis	Hunter
Ronnie	Pellegrini
Mark	Wheetley
Dave	Edmonds
Linda	Disiere
Garth	Sundberg
Sue	Long
Jeff	Farley
Pat	Whitchurch
Michael	Giacone
Brian	Mitchell
Troy	Nicolini
Bruce	Rupp

The Wienie tour "Relished" this place a little too much.

The wienie tour took us to Fresh Freeze on Harris in Eureka.  

1. Hot Dog-Was Grilled and so was the bun. Steve had a Long dog with everything. I, boring course, had yet another chili dog! Chili was just average. The buns were very good. Rating: 3.5 out of 5

2. Condiments-Lots of fixings poured on by the cook. They have those cheaply made catsup packets. They did give us a bottle when requested. Steve said there was too much relish on his dog.  Rating: 3 out of 5

3. Ambiance- Ya gotta love the 50’s type theme. The black and white family picture with all the kids in what looks to be a convertible Nash with no seat belts is classic Rating: 4 out of 5

4. Extras- The fries were just so so. I had a chocolate milkshake that was really good.   Rating: 2.5 out of 5

5. Parking-Nice big lot. Usually some old time cars to check out. Service is a little slow, so be prepared to wait. 4 out of 5

Overall rating 3.5 out of 5