While only three Fieldbrook residents commented Friday, the turnout was substantial compared to the last few meetings, officials said. After a decent turnout at the first meeting, in Eureka, a good turnout in Scotia -- which was attended by many Southern Humboldt residents -- and in Blue Lake, officials said the turnout at the second Eureka meeting and Arcata's meeting was dismal.

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Fourth District Supervisor Virginia Bass said she's not sure why residents are not attending, but the silence may be a sign of apathy... ”I'm trying to figure out a better feeling for what people want,” she said, adding that she thinks the redistricting committee has made great efforts to collect comments.