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County Press Releases
2025
3/20/2025 - Environmental Commission to Discuss Elimination Fossil Fuel Use in Buildings, Battery Energy Storage Systems
3/18/2025 - Santa Cruz County Sanitation District to Begin Emergency Sewer Repairs at the Intersection of 5th Avenuw and East Cliff Drive
3/14/2025 -
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Bay Area Health Officials Urge Measles Vaccination and Awareness as Cases Rise Nationally
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Los Oficiales del Salud del Área de la Bahía Urgen la Vacunación y la Conciencia Sobre el Sarampión a Medida que Aumentan Los Casos a Nivel Nacional
2/26/2025 - Quarterly Report of the Inspector General to be Released
2/21/2025 -
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County Announces Environmental Testing Results
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El Condado Anuncio Resultados de Priebas Ambientales
Enviro Health Surface Water Results
Enviro Health Sediment Results
Ag Commissioner Soil Results
Ag Commissioner Plant Results
CDPH Testing Assessment
2/20/2025 - Animal Shelter Benefit Shop Seeks Support for Major Changes
2/19/2025 - Community Survey Lauched - Health Officials in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz encourage affected by the Vistra Moss Landing Energy Storage Facility Fire to complete the survey
2/18/2025 -
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The Winter Water Table Testing Period (WWTTP) is Now Open
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Se Abre el Período de Prueba del Nivel Freático en Invierno
2/13/2025 - County of Santa Cruz Opens Temporary Evacuation Points - Scotts Valley Community Center, Watsonville Senior Center Open
2/12/2025 - Nancy Miller Gomez Appointed County Poet Laureate
2/4/2025 -
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February is National Children's Dental Health Month (CDHM)
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Febrero es el Mes Naciona de la Salud Dental Infantil
1/31/2025 -
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State Funding for Traffic Safety Programs Awarded to County Public Health
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Fondos Estatales para Programas de Seguridad Vial Otorgados a Salud Pública del Condado
1/30/2025 - Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties Highlight Regional Coordination in Vistra Power Plant Fire Response
1/29/2025 - Call For Nominations - Spotlight Awards
1/27/2025 - Measure Q Implementation Underway
1/27/2025 - Environment Committee to Discuss Climate Change Plan
1/23/2025 - Expanded Shelter and Safe Parking Options in South County
1/21/2025 - Workforce Santa Cruz County Strategic Vision Forums Announced
1/17/2025 -
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Santa Cruz County Public Health Officials Provide Update on Moss Landing Plant Fire: Safety Tips for Residents and Sensitive Groups
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Funcionarios de Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Cruz Brinden Información Actualizada Sobre el Incendio en la Planta de Moss Landing: Consejos de Seguridad para Residentes y Grupos Sensible
1/14/2025 - Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Celebrates 62 Green Business Leaders at Annual Awards Ceremony
1/9/2025 - Registration Open for Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic
1/9/2025 - CALL TO ARTISTS – Juvenile Hall Public Art Project
2024
12/30/2024 -
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Severe Weather Emergency Shelter to Open
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Abrirá Refugio de Emergencia por Clima Severo
12/20/2024 - Grant-Funded Freesom Sewer Rehabilitation Project - Phase II Completed Under Budget and Ahead of Schedule
12/19/2024 - Local Youth Take the Lead in Efforts to Combat Underage Drinking
12/18/2024 -
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CARE Act Provides a New Path to Hope and Healing for Eligible Santa Cruz County Residents with Mental Illness
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La Ley CARE Ofrece Un Nuevo Camino Hacia la Esperanza y la Sanación para Residentes Elegibles del Condado de Santa Cruz con Enfermedades Mentales
12/16/2024 - 26th Annual Homeless Memorial Ceremony
12/12/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Mobile Crisis Response Team Services are Available 24/7
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Los Servicios del Equipo Móvil de Respuesta a Crisis del Condado de Santa Cruz Están Disponibles las 24 Horas al Día, 7 Días a la Semana
12/11/2024 - Invasive Beetle Identified as Novel to West Coast
12/10/2024 - Santa Cruz County to Absorb 4Leaf Inc. Services as Contract Ends
12/10/2024 - County of Santa Cruz Board of Supervisors Approve Rezoning Parcels for Housing Development
12/10/2024 - End-of-Year Update: Green Valley Road Multi-Use Project
12/10/2024 - Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Approves SB-9 Ordinance to Increase Housing Development in Single-Family Zone
12/5/2024 - Kickoff for Pinto Lake County Park Skate Park Feature
12/3/2024 - Ribbon Cutting for Floral County Park in Pleasure Point
12/2/2024 - Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Joins BISSELL Pet Foundation to Bring Holiday Hope to Shelter Pets During Empty the Shelters™ Through Dec. 17
11/25/2024 - Expanded Grant Eligibility Helps Homeowners Affected by CZU Fire Rebuild
11/25/2024 - Progress Update: Soquel Drive Buffered Bike Lane & Congestion Mitigation Project
11/25/2024 - Winter Wonderland Returns December 14th
11/20/2024 - County Secures $8 Million BSCC Grant
11/19/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health Announces Public Hearing for the Mental Health Services Act Plan Update
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La División de Salud Mental y Tratamiento del Uso de Sustancias Anuncia Reunión Pública para la Actualización del Plan de Ley de Servicios de Salud Mental
11/15/2024 - 3-Day Spay & Neuter Clinic Offers Affordable Services and Media Opportunity
11/14/2024 - Environment Committee to Spotlight $71M NOAA Grant
11/8/2024 - City/County Veterans Ceremony to be Held Veterans Day
11/6/2024 - Ben Lomond Transfer Station and Recycling Center to Remain Open, CRV Redemption Services to End July 2025
11/4/2024 - Santa Cruz County Awarded $5.08 Million to Address Homelessness
11/4/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Public Health Releases the 2024 Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Report
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Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Cruz Publica el Informe de Salud Maternoinfantil y de Adolescentes de 2024
11/4/2024 - County Building Illumination to Recogize Veterans
10/31/2024 - Core Investments Releases Award Recommendations
10/30/2024 - County Parks to Begin Restoration of Freedom Lake
10/28/2024 - Illegal Dumping Surveillance Cameras Installed
10/25/2024 - First Youth Advisory Task Force Convened
10/23/2024 - Initial Report of the Inspector General to be Released
10/23/2024 - Watsonville Shelter Temporarily Closed Due to Health Concerns
10/11/2024 - Registration Open for Low-cost Spay/neuter Clinic (Planned Pethood Joins Forces with Animal Balance for 3-day Event)
10/10/2024 - OR3 Launches Prescribed Burn Website, CruzAware Alerts
10/9/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Public Health Releases the 2024 Community Health Assessment
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Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Cruz Publica la Evaluación de Salud Comunitaria 2024
10/9/2024 - Invasive Beetle Detected in Felton Area
10/8/2024 - Core Investments Appeals Process Opens
10/8/2024 - Landmark Vote Prohibits Sale of Filtered Tobacco Products
10/4/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Board Approves Two-Year Pilot Program for Home-Based Kitchens
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La Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Santa Cruz Aprueba un Programa Piloto de Dos Años para la Venta de Comida Hecha en Casa
10/4/2024 - Call to Artists – Hidden Beach Park Project
10/3/2024 - Annual Job Fair Helps Residents Advance Careers (Dozens of Local Employers Available to Discuss Current Openings)
10/1/2024 - County Launches Dashboard for Storm Damaged Roads
9/30/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health and Community Foundation Announce Opiod Settlement Fund Grantees
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La División de Salud Mental y Tratamiento del Uso de Sustancias del Condado de Santa Cruz y Community Foundation Anuncian los Beneficiarios del Fondo del Acuerdo de Opioide
9/27/2024 - County, SEIU Reach Tentative Agreement
9/20/2024 - Impacted by Early Storms, Crop Values Declined in 2023
9/18/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Health Officer Issues Order Requiring Masking in Acute Care Facilities
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Oficial de Salud del Condado de Santa Cruz Emite una Orden que Require el Uso de Mascarillas en los Centros de Cuidados Intensivos
9/18/2024 - Environment Committee to Discuss Climate Action Goals
9/18/2024 - Poetry in the Park Returns October 6
9/16/2024 - Traffic Advisory: Park Haven Plaza Project to Cause Traffic Delays on Park Avenue
9/12/2024 - "Fall in Love" Pet Adoption Special (Adoption-ready Dogs and Cats Only $30 September 12-14, 2024)
9/11/2024 - Call to Artists – Floral Park Public Art Project
9/9/2024 - County Master Plan for Aging -a Blueprint for Aging Well (Preliminary Survey Results Shared With Age Well Steering Committee)
9/3/2024 - Health Alert: Rabies Positive Bat Found in Soquel
8/27/2024 - County of Santa Cruz Completes 17 Miles of Roadway Repaving
8/20/2024 - Youth Sought to Help Shape County Policies
8/15/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health Invites Public Comment on 2024 Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan Update
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Comparta sus Comentarios Sobre la Actualización del Plan Estratégico de Prevención del Suicidio
8/15/2024 -
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Public Health Officials Warn of an Increase of Xylazine Found in Santa Cruz County
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Oficiales de Salud Publica Advierten Sobre un Aumento de Xilacina Enciontrada en el Condada de Santa Cruz
8/9/2024 -
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Floral County Park in Pleasure Point
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Ceremonia de Inauguración en el Parque Floral County de Pleasure Point
8/2/2024 - 9th Annual Parks & Rex Dog Pool Party
8/2/2024 - Mid-Project Update: Soquel Drive Buffered Bike Lane & Congestion Mitigation Project
8/1/2024 - Planned Pethood and Animal Balance Clinic
7/26/2024 - Spotlight Award Reception and Exhibition
7/24/2024 - Vulnerable Populations Experiencing Increased Homelessness
7/23/2024 - Poetry & Music in the Park Returns in August
7/22/2024 - Probation Week Honors Staff, Officers Who Keep Communities Safe (Probation Chief Commemorates the Work of Probation Professionals)
7/19/2024 - Housing for Health Partnership Reports Sustained Progress in 2024 Point-in-Time Count
7/18/2024 -
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CDPH Warns Consumers Not to Eat Sport-Harvested Bivalve Shellfish from Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties
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El CDPH Advierte a los Consumidores que no Coman Mariscos Bivalvos Recolectados con Fines Deportivos en los Condados de Santa Cruz y Monterey
7/18/2024 - Volunteers Sought for Upcoming Planned Pethood/Animal Balance Partnership Event
7/16/2024 - The Green Valley Road Multi-Use Trail Improvement Project Begins
7/16/2024 - Update on the Renovation Progress at the Children's Crisis Center
7/9/2024 - Environment Committee to Discuss Climate Action Goals
7/9/2024 - Federal Pardon to LGBTQ+ Veterans Convicted Under Former Article 125 (Santa Cruz Veterans Service Office Can Help With Petitions, Benefits)
7/8/2024 - Election Candidate Filing Period Open July 15 - August 9
7/8/2024 -
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Measles Exposure in Santa Cruz County
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Exposición al Sarampión en el Condado de Santa Cruz
7/1/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Public Health Officials Encourage Residents to Stay Cool, Hydrated and Informed During High Heat
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Los Oficiales de Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Cruz Aconsejan a los Residentes a Mantenerse Frescos, Hidratatos e Informados Durante el Calor Intenso
6/28/2024 - Aptos Area Adaptive Traffic Control System Project Set to Begin July 1
6/26/2024 - Ordinance Would Regulate E-bikes on Sidewalks
6/26/2024 - Increased Fines in Effect for 4th of July Holiday
6/24/2024 - Santa Cruz County's 2024 Workforce Report Released
6/20/2024 - Library Opens at Santa Cruz County Juvenile Hall
6/17/2024 - 'Summer Love’ Pet Adoption Special (Save a life and change yours for the better!)
6/13/2024 -
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June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Month (Resources Available to Support Older Adults Experiencing Abuse)
6/12/2024 - Preliminary 2024 Point-In-Time Count (Reveals Sustained Progress and Areas of Concern)
6/11/2024 - County Celebrates South County Government Center Grand Opening
6/10/2024 - “The Letters” Sculpture Installed at the Live Oak Library Annex
6/4/2024 - Board Approves 2024-25 Proposed Budget
6/4/2024 - Board Greenlights Bridge Housing Facility
6/4/2024 - Senate Bill 9 Ordinance Vurtual Public Outreach Meeting Scheduled for June 12
6/3/2024 - Youth in Action Summit Offers Leasership Opportunities for Local Youth
6/3/2024 - Core Investments Request for Proposals Released (County Invites Funding Proposals Starting June 3, 2024)
5/30/2024 - County of Santa Cruz Community Development & Infrastructure Launches Redesigned Website
5/23/2024 - County to Host Annual Career Fair
5/22/2024 -
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South County CERT Volunteers Sought
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Se Buscan Voluntarios para el Equipo Comunitario de Respuesta a Emergencias (CERT) para el Sur Del Condado
5/20/2024 - First-ever Pitch in Cleanup Event Removes 1,500 Lbs of Litter, Waste
5/20/2024 - Healthy Pets for All Clinics Available Friday (Free pop-up pet vaccination clinics for qualified household available)
5/17/2024 - SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Businesses and Residents Affected by the Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides
5/13/2024 -
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Change in South County Human Services Department Location
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Cambio en la ubicación del Departamento de Servicios Humanos del Sur del Condado
5/9/2024 - Insurance Commissioner's Office to Visit County
5/9/2024 - Pitch In All County Cleanup Day This Saturday!
5/8/2024 - Board to Consider DiscoveryRecovery Permit Center Extension
5/6/2024 - Public Hearing to Consider the Revised Low-Impact Camping Area Ordinance on May 8
5/2/2024 - County Releases Updated Three-Year Framework Focused on Lowering People Experiencing and Returning to Homelessness
5/1/2024 -
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May is Maternal Mental Health Month
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Mayo es el Mes de la Salud Mental Materna
5/1/2024 - MidPen Housing Now Accepting Pre-Applications for Affordable Apartments in Watsonville
5/1/2024 - Big Dogs Rule Adoption Special
4/25/2024 - 2024 Oral Health Summit Honors Local Oral Health Heroes and Releases New OHA 2024-2028 Strategic Plan
4/24/2024 - Arts Commission Names Tammi Brown Artist of the Year
4/18/2024 - Media Advisory: April 25 Restorative Justice Forum
4/17/2024 - Crime Victims' March of Solidarity to be Held April 24
4/11/2024 - 2024 Earth Day Santa Cruz Returns to Downtown Santa Cruz
4/11/2024 - April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month
4/9/2024 - Major County Land Use, Housing Updates Finalized
4/4/2024 - County Releases 2024-25 Proposed Budget
4/3/2024 - Poetry & Music in the Park
4/3/2024 - March 5 Presidential Primary Election Results Certified
3/29/2024 -
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Bay Area Health Officials Urge Vigilance as Measles Cases Rise in the US
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Oficiales de salud del Área de la Bahía aconsejan a estar atentos a medida que aumentan los casos de sarampión en EE. UU
3/25/2024 - Board Endorses Annual Community Cleanup Day
3/22/2024 - County Board to Consider Significant Shelter Funding Expansion
3/13/2024 - Willowbrook Memorial Honoring Sgt. Gutzwiller Completed
3/11/2024 - Media Advisory: Completion of Willowbrook Park
3/11/2024 - County to Hold Cannabis Listening Sessions
3/8/2024 - Property Taxes Due April 10
3/2/2024 -
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Severe Weather Emergency Shelter to Open
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Abrirá refugio de emergencia por clima Severo
2/29/2024 -
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Shigella Outbreak Reported in County of Santa Cruz in Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
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Reportan brote de Shigela en el Condado de Santa Cruz en personas que experimentan falta de hogar
2/29/2024 - March 5 is the Final Day to Vote in the 2024 Primary Election!
2/28/2024 - County of Santa Cruz Takes Action on Addressing Unpermitted Short-Term Vacation Rentals
2/27/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Announces Construction of a Low-Barrier Navigation Center
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El Condado de Santa Cruz Anuncia la Construcción de un Centro de Navegación de Acceso Fácil
2/26/2024 - Board to Hold Hearing on AT&T Carrier Obligations
2/17/2024 -
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Severe Weather Emergency Shelter to Open
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Abrirá refugio de emergencia por clima severo
2/14/2024 - Housing for Health Partnership Secures Additional Funding to Meet Local Housing and Service Needs
2/12/2024 - Construction Begins on the County's First Children's Crisis Center
2/12/2024 - BCycle Bike Sharing Network Set to Expand to Live Oak, Twin Lakes, Pleasure Point a Capitola in March 2024
2/8/2024 -
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The Winter Water Table Testing Period (WWTTP) is Now Open
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Se Abre el Período de Prueba del Nivel Freático en Inviernoo
2/8/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Recognized for Leadership in Tobacco Control
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El condado de Santa Cruz es reconocido por su liderazgo en el control del tabaco
2/7/2024 -
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Santa Cruz County Supervisor Zach Friend Reappointed as CSAC Chair
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El Supervisor Zach Friend es Reelegido Presidente del Comité de Políticas de Salud y Servicios Humanos de CSAC
2/5/2024 - Helicopter-Assisted HVAC Lift Marks Milestone in the County's 500 Westridge Drive Tenant Improvement Project
2/2/2024 -
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Severe Weather Emergency Shelter to Open
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Abrirá Refugio de Emergencia por Clima Severo
2/2/2024 - CORE Investments Receives Statewide Recognition
1/31/2024 -
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February is National Children's Dental Health Month (CDHM)
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Febrero es el Mes Nacional de la Salud Dental Infantil (CDHM)
1/30/2024 -
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Severe Weather Emergency Shelter to Open
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Abrirá Refugio de Emergencia por Clima Severo
1/30/2024 - Grant to Support Big Basin Water
1/30/2024 -
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Water Status Report Highlights Preparation Efforts for Changing Climate
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Informe Sobre el Estado del Agua Destaca los Esfuerzos de Preparación para el Cambio Climático
1/30/2024 - “Somebody to Love” Pet Adoption Special
1/26/2024 - Residents Encouraged to Sign Up for Broadband Discounts
1/26/2024 - Public Input Sought For Local Homelessness Plan
1/23/2024 -CJC Examines Behavioral Health Cases in Justice System (Report examines strengths, needs for cases with a mental health component)
1/22/2024 -Homelessness Point-in Time Count Set for Jan. 25
1/19/2024 - Call to Artists: Recovery Center
1/18/2024 - Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council Member Sought
1/16/2024 - Santa Cruz County and State of California Public Health Agencies Caution Residents About Ticks and Tick-Bourne Diseases
1/16/2024 -
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Bench Warrant Relief Day
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Día de Revision de Orden de Arresto
1/12/2024 -
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State Funding for Traffic Safety Programs Awarded to County Public Health
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Fondos estatales para programas de seguridad vial otorgados a salud pública del condado
1/11/2024 -
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Santa Cruz Seeks Community Input on Mobile Crisis Response Program
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Santa Cruz Busca la Opinión de la Comunidad Sobre su Programa Móvil de Respuesta a Crisis
1/10/2024 - Workforce Development Board & Cabrillo College "Path to Success"
1/9/2024 - Board of Supervisors Elects New Chair
1/5/2024 - Cold Weather Emeregency Shelter to Open
1/3/2024 - County Master Plan for Aging - A Blueprint for Aging Well
2023
12/28/2023 -
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Evacuation Warnings Lifted
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Las Advertencias de Evacuación Han Sido Retiradas
12/19/2023 - Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Special
12/13/2023 - Annual Homelessness Memorial to be Held Dec. 21
12/7/2023 - Housing for Health Partnership Seeks Membership for Lived Expertise Advisory Groups
12/5/2023 - 62 Local Certified Green Businesses Honored During Board of Supervisors Meeting
12/5/2023 - Board Approves Sales Tax Measure for March Ballot
12/4/2023 - Property Taxes Due December 11
12/1/2023 -
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Santa Cruz County Commemorates 35th World AIDS Day
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El Condada de Santa Cruz Conmemora el 35º Día Mundial de la Lucha Contra el SIDA
11/30/2023 -
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With Respiratory Viruses Circulating, All Bay Area Health Officers Recommend Actions to Stay Healthy for the Holidays
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Con los virus respiratorios circulando, todos los Oficiales de Salud del Área de la Bahía recomiendan acciones para mantenerse saludables durante las fiestas
11/28/2023 - Santa Cruz County Celebrates 20 Years of Environmental Stewardship
11/27/2023 - On Cyber Monday, County Launches New App Powered by HUMBL
11/21/2023 - North Coast Management Plan Public Input
11/19/2023 - Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Special
11/17/2023 - Friend, Ratner Receive Statewide Recognition
11/16/2023 - USACE, partners to sign agreement for Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project Nov. 21
11/14/2023 - Board Approves 2023 -31 Housing Element
11/13/2023 - Renovated Willowbrook County Park Playground Opens
11/9/2023 - Preparing Central Coast Residents for Natural Disasters & Emergencies
11/9/2023 - Press Advisory: Willowbrook County Park Ribbon Cutting
11/9/2023 - Public Invited to Meeting on Rail Trail Draft EIR
11/8/2023 - County Highlights Veterens' Issues by Joining Operation Green Light, Illuminating County Building
10/30/2023 - Board Chair to Attend White House Executive Order Event on Artificial Intelligence
10/30/2023 - Santa Cruz County Students Report Shocking Amounts of Distracted Drivers Near School Zones
10/27/2023 - Media Advisory: Big Basin Water Customer Meeting
10/26/2023 - Community Housing and Connection Benefit Event slated for Nov. 29, cosponsored by Santa Cruz County Housing for Health Partnership and 1440 Foundation
10/24/2023 - Time is Running Out to Share the Love this Fall! - Adoption Special at Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Ends October 31, 2023
10/18/2023 -
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Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health Announces Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Operating Children's Crisis Stabilization and Residential Programs
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Servicios de Salud Mental del Condado de Santa Cruz Anuncia la Solicitud de Cualificaciones (RFQ) para Operar Programas Residenciales y de Estabilización de Crisis Infantiles
10/16/2023 - Draft EIR for Coastal Rail Trail Segments 10/11 Available
10/5/2023 - County Launches Housing and Homelessness Dashboard
10/3/2023 - Innovative App Revolutionizes Solar Permitting Process
9/29/2023 - Crop Values Make Modest Gains
9/26/2023 -
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Get Vaccinated in Preparation for Fall/Winter Virus Season
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Vacúnese en preparación para la temporada de virus de otoño/invierno
9/20/2023 -
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Smoke Form Northern California and Southern Oregon Wildfires Impacting County Air Quality
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El Humo de los Incendios Forestales del Norte de California y el Sur de Oregón Afecta la Calidad del Aire del Condado
9/19/2023 - Board of Supervisors Votes to Adopt A.I. Policy
9/12/2023 - Board Votes to Reestablish Recovery Center
9/11/2023 - California Coastal Commission Awards $780,000 Grant to Support Santa Cruz County's Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment
9/6/2023 -
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On Coastal Cleanup Day, a Focus on Toxic Tobacco Butts
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En el día de la limpieza de la costa, un enfoque en las colillas de tabaco tóxicas
9/1/2023 -
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Introducing the Oral Health Access - Local Progress Page: A One-stop Resource For Santa Cruz County Data
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Presentamos la página de progreso local del acceso a la salud bucal: un recurso integral para los datos del condado de Santa Cruz
8/25/2023 -
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Opioid Settlement Fund Town Halls in English and Spanish
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Reuniones Sobre los Fondos del Acuerdo de Concilación Sobre Opiodes en Ingles y Español
8/22/2023 - Board Approves Purchase of Future County Park
8/21/2023 - Clear the Shelters (and the Shop)!! Reduced and free adoptions, and deals on treasures at the Benefit Shop
8/18/2023 - Clear the Shelters (and the Shop)!! Reduced and free adoptions, and deals on treasures at the Benefit Shop
8/11/2023 - 8th Annual Parks & Rex Pool Party
8/3/2023 - Point-in-Time Count Shows Positive Trends
8/2/2023 -
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Santa Cruz Seeks Community Input on Opioid Settlement Fund Utilization
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Santa Cruz Busca la Opinión de la Comunidad Sobre la Untilización del Fondo del Acuerdo de Conciliación Sobre Opioides
8/2/2023 - Santa Cruz County Earns Age-Friendly Designation
8/1/2023 -
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Santa Cruz Selects New Health Services Agency Assistant Director
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Santa Cruz Selecciona al Nuevo Subdirector de la Agencia de Servicios de Salud
7/21/2023 - NACo Adopts County Flood Protection Proposal
7/21/2023 - Active Shooter Response Training and Prevention
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7/20/2023 - Art Exhibition: Spotlight Award Recipients
7/19/2023 - County to Launch Paramedic Buprenorphine Program to Combat Opioid Epidemic
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7/17/2023 - FEMA Assistance Deadline Approaching
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7/14/2023 - Libraries Available as Cooling Sites to Beat the Heat
7/13/2023 - As Local Economic Recovery Accelerates, Report Highlights Workforce Needs
7/13/2023 - 2023 Probation Services Week Spotlights Work Probation Officers, Staff Do to Build Safer Communities
7/10/2023 - Community Meeting to Feature Proposed Felton Pump Track
7/5/2023 - First Xylazine Death Confirmed in Santa Cruz County
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7/4/2023 - Poetry in the Park Returns
7/3/2023 - Commemorating 40th Anniversary of Dedication, County Flag Flies Over County Building
6/30/2023 -July 4th Kitten/Cat Adoption Special
6/28/2023 -July 4th Safety Tips for Pets
6/22/2023 -Reis Named Chief Deputy Public Defender
6/21/2023 - Final Community Meeting for 2023 Housing Element
6/21/2023 - Santa Cruz County Selects New Health Officer
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6/16/2023 - Recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
6/15/2023 - County to Develop Artificial Intellegence Guidelines
6/14/2023 - Inspector General Community Meetings
6/13/2023 - Board Approves 2023-24 Proposed Budget
6/13/2023 - Board Approves Funding for Floral County Park
6/13/2023 - Sanford Named County Agricultural Commissioner
6/12/2023 - Affordable 3-bdr Measure J Townhomes for Sale
6/9/2023 - Katie Simpson Paintings on Exhibit at Simpkins Swim Center
6/7/2023 - 'A Santa Cruz County Like Me' Community Meetings
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6/6/2023 - Individual Assistance Deadline Extended
6/1/2023 - County, 9-1-1 Launch Improved Alert and Warnng System
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6/1/2023 - Call to Artists - Children's Crisis Stabilization Center
5/31/2023 - State and Local Officials Talk Trash
5/26/2023 - Upcoming Meetings for 2023 Housing Element
5/26/2023 - Santa Cruz County Leads California in Hazardous Waste Reduction by Promoting Reusable 1lb. Propane Cylanders
5/23/2023 - 78 Local Businesses Recognized - 2022 Responsible Alcohol Merchant Award Winners
5/19/2023 - Call to Artists - Public Art Project
5/18/2023 - Limited Time Dog and Puppy Adoption Special
5/18/2023 - Santa Cruz Health Officer Dr. Gail Newel to Retire
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5/16/2023 - Poetry in The Park
5/8/2023 - County to Host Annual Career Fair
5/5/2023 - Public Meetings for 2023 Housing Element
5/5/2023 - Hello ADU Construciton Assistance Program Launches
5/4/2023 - County Releases 2023-24 Proposed Budget
4/26/2023 - 60 Local Businesses Recognized 2022 Responsible Alcohol Merchant Award Winners
4/25/2023 - Application Period Now Open for Live Oak Affordable Housing
4/19/2023 - $6.63m in Federal Funding and Housing Vouchers Awarded to Homeless Services Projects in Santa Cruz County
4/18/2023 - County Awarded More Than $5m to Assist Youth, Unhoused
4/18/2023 - Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams in County
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4/11/2023 - Sen. Padilla, Reps. Lofgren, Panetta to Visit Pajaro Levee
4/10/2023 - Call to Artists
4/4/2023 - President Declares Major Disaster for Santa Cruz County
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3/28/2023 - Disaster Recovery Centers to Close
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3/21/2023 - Panelists Sought to Assist with Housing Element
3/16/2023 - Fairgrounds Shelter Site Expanding
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3/14/2023, 5:45pm - Evacuation Order Information
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3/13/2023 - Storm Shelter Sites Opening
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3/12/2023, 8:00pm - EVACUATION WARNING
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3/12/2023, 10:00am - Evacuation Order Information
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3/10/2023, 1:00pm - Evacuation Order Information
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3/10/2023, 10:30am - Evacuation Order Information
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3/10/2023, 12:30am - Evacuation Order
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3/9/2023 - Additional Shelter Site
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3/9/2023 - Storm Shelter Sites Opening
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3/9/2023, 12:00pm - Evacuation Warning
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3/8/2023 - FEMA, SBA Assistance Deadline Approaching
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3/7/2023 - A Piece of Quail Hollow Ranch County Park History Returns to Ranch
2/25/2023 - Key Success Achieved: Countywide Rehousing Effort Secured Housing for 295 Formerly Homeless Households
2/26/2023 - Disaster Recovery Centers to Be Extended
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2/25/2023 - Emergency Cold Shelters Open in Santa Cruz, Watsonville
2/24/2023 - Emergency Cold Shelter to Open In Watsonville
2/24/2023 - County Fire Do Not Travel Advisory
2/21/2023 - County Fire Volunteer Firefighter Recruit Passes Away
2/15/2023 - New General Manager Named for Animal Shelter
2/14/2023 - Disasters Recovery Centers to be Extended
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2/13/2023 - Call for Nominations - Spotlight Award
2/8/2023 - Santa Cruz Shows Leadership in Annual Tobacco Control Grades
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2/6/2023 - Water Resources Status Report Highlights Preparations for a Changing Climate
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2/3/2023 - Point-In-Time Count Set for February 23, County conducts its annual snapshot of homeless population
2/3/2023 - $500,000 Grant to Develop Broadband Master Plan
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2/2/2023 - Recovery Centers to Remain Open Through Feb. 10
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2/2/2023 - Board to Extend Expedited Permitting to Storm Survivors
2/1/2023 - FEMA Inspectors to be in County
2/1/2023 - Winter Storm Survivors Eligible for Property Tax Relief
1/31/2023 - Santa Cruz County Poet Laureate Selected
1/28/2023 - Bear Creek Road Opens to One-lane Traffic
1/26/2023 - Community Recovery Meetings Scheduled
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1/25/2023 - Disaster Recovery Center to Open in San Lorenzo Valley
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1/23/2023 - Park Activity Guide Available/ Guía de Actividades de los Parques Disponable
1/20/2023 - Disaster Recovery Centers to Open
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1/20/2023 -SBA to Open Business Recovery Center in Capitola to Help Businesses Impacted by Statewide Winter Storms
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1/20/2023 - OptumServe Testing Sites Closing in Santa Cruz County
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1/17/2023, 1:00pm - Evacuation Orders & Warnings Lifted
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1/17/2023 - County Arts Commission Names Stephen Kessler Artist of the Year
1/16/2023, 12:00pm - Evacuation Order Information
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1/15/2023 - SBA Positioned to Swiftly Assist California Businesses and Residents Affected by the Statewide Winter Storm
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1/15/2023 - Applying for FEMA Assistance
1/14/2023 - FEMA, CalOES Survey Storm Damage Throughout County
1/14/2023, 1:30pm - Evacuation Order
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1/14/2023, 12:00pm - Evacuation Order
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1/14/2023, 10:45am - Evacuation Order
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1/13/2023 - County Requests Federal and State Disaster Asssistance
1/13/2023 - Storm Damage Delegation Tour
1/10/2023 - County to Begin Pajaro Levee Repair & Replacement
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1/10/2023, 5:00pm - Evacuation Order Information
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1/10/2023, 2:00pm - Evacuation Orders Lifted
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1/10/2023, 11:00am - Evacuation Warnings Lifted
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1/9/2023, 6:30pm - Evacuation Orders Lifted
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1/9/2023, 6:30pm - Evacuation Orders Information
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1/9/2023, 8:00am - Evacuation Order
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1/9/2023, 6:40am - Evacuation Orders
1/9/2023, 6:00am - Evacuation Orders
1/8/2023, 4:00pm -Evacuation Warning
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1/6/2023 -Beach Drive Closure
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1/6/2023 - City Announces Closure of Emergency Shelter at Santa Cruz Civic
1/6/2023, 12:30pm -Evacuation Orders Lifted
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1/6/2023, 11:30am -Evacuation Warnings Lifted
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1/5/2023, 10:00am - Tidal Surge and Evacuation Orders
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1/4/2023, 3:00pm - Evacuation Warning
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1/4/2023, 1:00pm - Evacuation Order
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1/4/2023, 12:00pm - Evacuation Warning
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1/3/2023 - Santa Cruz County Declares Local Disaster
1/2/2023 - Potential Flood Warning Issued for Santa Cruz County
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2022
12/31/2022 - Flood Advisory Issued Near Salsipuedes, Corralitos Creeks
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12/31/2022 - Flood Advisory Issued for Felton Grove, Paradise Park
12/28/2022 - County Electrification Ordinance Goes Into Effect
12/27/2022 - Retailers to Begin Cup Tax Remittance
12/15/2022 - With Respiratory Viruses Circulating, 12 Bay Area Health Officials Recommend Actions To Stay Healthy for the Holidays
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12/15/2022 - Supervisors Vote to Further Protect Mobile Home Affordability
12/14/2022 - CJC Report Analyzes Mental/Behavioral Health 911 Calls
12/14/2022 - 24th Annual Homeless Memorial Ceremony
12/12/2022 - Caput, Coonerty to be Honored
12/12/2022 -State Funding for Traffic Safety Programs Awarded to County Public Health
12/9/2022 - Report Outlines County Gender, POC Hiring Practices
12/8/2022 - CALL TO ARTISTS: Green Valley Road Multi-Use Pathway
12/8/2022 - State Approves $115 Million for Coastal Rail Trail, Active Transportation in Santa Cruz County
12/8/2022 - Climate Action and Adaptation Strategy Released
12/7/2022 - County Receives Two CSAC Challenge Awards
12/6/2022 - Board Approves Sustainability Update
12/5/2022 - Board to Finalize Sustainability Update Public Hearing
12/5/2022 - Property Taxes Due
11/30/2022 - Santa Cruz County Public Health Urge Individuals with Mild Respiratory Infection, Other Non-Serious Illness to Avoid Trips to Hospital Emergency Departments
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11/23/2022 - Santa Cruz County Public Health Urges Residents to Take Preventive Measures Against Circulating Viruses This Holiday Season
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11/22/2022 - Candidate Filing for March Special Vacancy Election in SVUSD opens Wednesday
11/18/2022 - County Wins Awards for 2022-23 Budget Presentation
11/14/2022 - Sgt. Gutzwiller Memorial Underway at Willowbrook Park
11/10/2022 - Groundbreaking for Sgt. Gutzwiller Memorial
11/7/2022 - Home for the Holidays Adoption Special at SCCAS, Donation based adoptions continue for all Shelter pets
11/3/2022 - Call to Artists: Heart of Soquel Multi-use Parkway
11/2/2022 - Press Advisory: Proposed Child Safety Measures
11/1/2022 - City and County Employees to Honor Veterans
10/26/2022 - Board Approves Septic Ordinance Changes
10/21/2022 - Bivalent COVID-19 Boosters Now Available in Santa Cruz County for Children Aged 5 and Up
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10/19/2022 - Boardwalk Chili Cook-Off's “Team Damon” to Raise Funds for Sgt. Gutzwiller Memorial Project
10/19/2022 - County to Host Second Career Fair
10/18/2022 - Board Approves Set of Tenant Protections
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10/17/2022 - Officials to Highlight Historic Local/state/federal Partnership on Pajaro Levee Project
10/17/2022 - Aedes Aegypti Mosquitos Found in Santa Cruz County
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10/13/2022 - Correction to Instructions Sent With Vote By Mail Ballots
10/11/2022 - Watsonville Community Hospital Hosts Community Celebration on October 17th
10/6/2022 - Portola/East Cliff Sewer, Road Project to Get Underway
10/5/2022 - Avain Flu Detected in Santa Cruz County
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10/5/2022 - Crops Up, Cut Flowers Rebound in 2021 Crop Report
10/3/2022 - Fall in Love at SC County Animal Shelter, Donation based adoptions through October 31st!
10/3/2022 - Friday Night Live Youth Flip the Script on Underage Drinking with a Poster Scavenger Hunt
9/29/2022 - Landfill/Transfer Station Hours to Change
9/28/2022 - Algal Blooms
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9/26/2022 - OR3, 911, Nws To Test Local Emergency Alerts
9/16/2022 - Community Input Sought for Independent Sheriff's Auditor
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9/13/2022 - County Park Friends Donates to Gutzwiller Memorial
9/9/2022 - Community Input Sought for Independent Sheriff's Auditor
9/7/2022 - Bivalent COVID-19 Boosters Now Available in Santa Cruz County
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9/1/2022 - Santa Cruz County Public Health Officials Encourage Residents to Stay Cool, Hydrated and Informed During High Heat
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9/1/2022 - The Pajaro Valley Health Care District Hospital Corporation Acquires Watsonville Community Hospital
8/30/2022 - AGC, Members Donate $20,000 Toward Gutzwiller Memorial
8/26/2022 - Community Input Sought for Independent Sheriff's Auditor
8/19/2022 - Call to Artists: Live Oak Library Annex
8/17/2022 - Planning Commission Seeks Feedback on Sustainability Update
8/9/2022 - Pay It Forward Adoption Special at SCCAS - Donation based adoptions through August 31st!
8/8/2022 - 7th Annual Parks & Rex Pool Party!
8/5/2022 - Point-In-Time Census Shows Progress Among Vulnerable Groups, Slight Overall Increase
8/1/2022 - County Probation Secures $6 Million Grant to Reduce Recidivism
7/28/2022 - COVID-19 Testing Moves From 500 Westridge Drive to the Watsonville Veterans Memorial Building
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7/26/2022 - Free Family Fun Day Event Returns!
7/21/2022 - 83 Local Businesses Recognized - 2021 Responsible Alcohol Merchant Award Winners
7/15/2022 - Probation Chief Honors Staff, Officers Who Keep Community Safe
7/12/2022 - Pesticide Notification Pilot Launches in Santa Cruz County
7/12/2022 - Open House at SC County Animal Shelter (Donation based adoptions, July 30th)
7/7/2022 - Residents Encouraged to Buy Emergency Weather Radios
7/6/2022 - First Public Defender’s Office in County History Launched
7/6/2022 - Second Probable Case of Monkeypox Diagnosed in Santa Cruz County Resident
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7/1/2022 - County Launches Online Assessment Appeals Application
6/29/2022 - First Probable Case of Monkeypox Diagnosed in Santa Cruz County Resident
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6/29/2022 - SCCAS Director Sobel to Depart County Service
6/28/2022 - Board Approves 2022-23 Proposed Budget
6/27/2022 - Disposable Cup Fee Goes into Effect July 1
6/16/2022 - Media Advisory: Homelessness Funding
6/16/2022 - City of Scotts Valley Bans Flavored Tobacco Products, Smoking in Outdoor Dining Areas
6/13/2022 - Workforce Report Documents Declining Labor Market
6/9/2022 - PRFMA Assessment Approved with 79% of Weighted Vote
6/6/2022 - Santa Cruz County Emergency Medical Services Hosts Mobile Medical Training
6/2/2022 - Driscoll’s to Donate $1.75 Million to Save Watsonville Community Hospital
6/1/2022 - Meow Days of Summer at SCCAS! $22 Cat Adoption Special
6/1/2022 - Wheelin' BBall Community Kick-off Event
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5/28/2022 - Voters – In person voting begins on May 28
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5/26/2022 - COVID-19 Treatments Available at Test To Treat Locations in Santa Cruz County
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5/26/2022 - County Board Approves Active Transportation Plan
5/24/2022 - Willowbrook Park Renamed in Honor of Sgt. Gutzwiller
5/20/2022 - Bay Area Health Officials Share Guidance to Navigate the U.S.' Infant Formula Shortage'
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5/17/2022 - Regional Policing Review Receives National Recognition
5/16/2022 - Aptos Branch Library Construction Underway
5/13/2022 - Bay Area Health Officers Urge Public to Take Precautions as COVID Levels Rise
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5/11/2022 - $15M Awarded for Local Groundwater Sustainability Projects
5/10/2022 - Santa Cruz County Launches Interactive Budget Site
5/4/2022 - Freedom Campus Redesign Community Meetings
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4/28/2022 - Willowbrook Sport Courts to Reopen
4/26/2022 - Broadband Expansion Underway
4/20/2022 - Low-Cost Pet Vaccines Offered at Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter
4/11/2022 - Gutzwiller Memorial/Willowbrook Playground Renovation Plans Released
4/6/2022 - County Launches Free Menstrual Products Program
3/30/2022 - Coastal Rail Trail Segments 10 & 11 Open Houses
3/29/2022 - Annie Morhouser Named 2022 Artist of the Year
3/22/2022 - Board Approves Additional Eviction Protections
3/22/2022 - Pajaro Valley Health Care District Board Established
3/21/2022 - Local Continuum of Care Relaunched
3/21/2022 - Low-Cost Pet Vaccines Offered at Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter
3/9/2022 - Water Commission Seeks Drought Working Group Members
3/8/2022 - Two Year Anniversary of First Confirmed Covid-19 Case
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3/7/2022 - Pajaro Valley Healthcare District Project Launches Fundraising Campaign
3/3/2022 - Santa Cruz Football Team to be Honored
3/2/2022 - County Releases Greenway Initiative Analysis
3/2/2022 - County Seeks Feedback on Sustainability Update
2/25/2022 - County Park Friends announces a $50,000 major gift from Capitola-Aptos Rotary to sponsor the Willowbrook Park Memorial playground
2/25/2022 - County Releases Draft Active Transportation Plan
2/23/2022 - Bankruptcy Judge Approves Sale of Watsonville Community Hospital to The Pajaro Valley Healthcare District Project
2/22/2022 - Aptos Library Site to be Used for Fire Training
2/16/2022 - Candidates for Pajaro Valley Health Care District Sought
2/15/2022 - Board Approves Measure for Environmental Programs and Government Services
2/14/2022 - Ten Covid-19 Deaths Added to Dashboard
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2/14/2022 - DSA makes Record Donation to Support Memorial
2/11/2022 - County Launches Recovery Dashboard
2/9/2022 - Twelve Bay Area Health Officers to Lift Most Indoor Mask Mandates on February 16
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2/8/2022 - Furry Valentine Celebration at Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter $14 Adoption Special and "Speed Petting"
2/3/2022 - County Agricultural Commissioners Launch Pilots to Support Development of Statewide Pesticide Application Notification System
2/1/2022 - Board Selects Cruzio Internet to Expand Broadband Access
1/25/2022 - County Pledges $5M for Watsonville Community Hospital
1/20/2022 - Sgt. Gutzwiller to be Honored at Willowbrook Park
1/19/2022 - Announcement of Memorial Plan for Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller
1/14/2022 - Santa Cruz County and County Office of Education Partner to Increase Testing Capacity
1/14/2022 - County Receives 2021 CSAC Merit Awards
1/12/2022 - Laird Honored for Role in Making Long Overdue Levee Project Possible
1/11/2022 - New Board Chair Selected
1/7/2022 - Pfizer COVID-19 Booster Approved for Ages 12-15
1/5/2022 - Santa Cruz County Public Health Urge Individuals With Mild Coronavirus Cases, Other Non-Serious Illnesses to Avoid Trips to Hospital Emergency Departments
1/4/2022 - PG&E Wood Haul Program: Informational Meeting & Upcoming Debate
2021
12/31/2021 - Santa Cruz County Aligns with Updated I/Q Guidance
12/30/2021 - Santa Cruz County Expands Testing Capacity
12/29/2021 - Winter Water Table Testing Period Opens
12/28/2021 - County Board Ratifies Emergency Declaration
12/21/2021 - BIG Dog, BIG Love! All dogs over 50lbs. for adoption only $50!
12/21/2021 - Omicron Variant Identified in Santa Cruz County
12/21/2021 - Winter Wonderland - $22 Rabbit Adoption Special
12/20/2021 - Rising Distemper Cases in Santa Cruz County SCCAS Encourages Pet Owners to Vaccinate Pets
12/15/2021 - County Parks Call to Artists
12/14/2021 - 23rd Annual Homeless Memorial Ceremony
12/7/2021 - County Releases Additional Settlement Details
11/29/2021 - County Announces New HSA Director
11/24/2021 - Public Meetings on Tiny Home Regulations
11/19/2021 - CJC Report First to Look at Regional Policing Practices
11/19/2021 - Santa Cruz County Health Officer Issues Order Requiring Use of Face Coverings Indoors
11/19/2021 - County Secures California Firesafe Grant
11/17/2021 - November is National Adoption Month
11/15/2021 - CORE Investments Opportunity Announced
11/15/2021 - County Public Health Awarded Grants for Traffic Safety Programs
11/15/2021 - Hidden Beach Park Ribbon Cutting
11/12/2021 - Board to Hold Hearing on Debris Removal Road Damage
11/10/2021 - County Covid-19 Campaign Wins Awards
11/10/2021 - Board to Consider Redistricting Plans
11/4/2021 - Friday Night Live (FNL) Offers Paid Internship Opportunities for Local Youth
11/3/2021 - Boosters Strongly Urged for All Eligible Community Members
10/28/2021 - Nonprofit Established to Promote Community-Led Healthcare Services
10/25/2021 - Debris Flow Evacuations Lifted
10/23/2021 - Debris Flow Evacuation Order
10/23/2021 - Debris Flow Evacuation Point
10/22/2021 - Debris Flow Evacuation Warning
10/20/2021 - County Secures Grant for Suicide Prevention Plan "Building Hope and Safety"
10/19/2021 - Board to Consider Redistricting Proposals
10/18/2021 - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
10/15/2021 - Recommendations on How to Celebrate Halloween and Día De Los Muertos Safely and Prevent Spreading COVID-19 Among Friends and Neighbors
10/15/2021 - COVID-19 Testing inside the Civic Auditorium Ending October 15, 2021
10/14/2021 - Additional COVID-19 Death
10/14/2021 - 2021 County Artist of the Year: Guillermo “Yermo” Aranda
10/13/2021 - Purchase of New County Facility Finalized
10/7/2021 - 216th Covid-19 Death
10/7/2021 - Community Alert Test Set For October 21
10/6/2021 - County Secures $3 Million Homelessness Grant
10/4/2021 - Two Additional Covid-19 Deaths
10/1/2021 - PEN America to Honor Santa Cruz Health Services Director Mimi Khin Hall, Officer Dr. Gail Newel with PEN/Benenson Courage Award at 2021 Lieterary Gala, In-Person on October 15 at the American Museum of Natural History
9/30/2021 - October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awarness Month
9/30/2021 - Portola Pop-up Data Released, Next Steps Announced
9/29/2021 - HSD Announces New Deputy Director
9/29/2021 - Santa Cruz County Moves to Moderate (Yellow) Transmission, Indoor Face Covering Mandate Lifted
9/27/2021 - Media Advisory For Immediate Release - National Recovery Month Celebration
9/22/2021 - Additional COVID-19 Death
9/21/2021 - Additional COVID-19 Death
9/21/2021 - County Water Resources Manager Named
9/20/2021 - PG&E to Hold Town Halls at County's Request
9/17/2021 - Santa Cruz County Evacuation Zones Updated
9/16/2021 - Santa Cruz County Announces 211th COVID-19 Death
9/14/2021 - First County Public Defender Selected By Board
9/13/2021 - HSA Director Mimi Hall to Depart
9/10/2021 - Santa Cruz County Releases COVID-19 Safety Recommendations for Youth Sports and Activities
9/7/2021 - Santa Cruz County Public Health Collaborates with Local Chefs to Promote Covid-19 Vaccinations
9/7/2021 - Groundbreaking for Hidden Beach Park Renovations
9/3/2021 - Dave Reid Named First OR3 Director
8/30/2021 - Santa Cruz County Public Health Expands Testing Capacity
8/27/2021 - Temporary Closure of Vaccination Site
8/26/2021 - Santa Cruz County Parks Department Launches New Website
8/26/2021 - Bay Area Health Officers Reaffirm Support for Full In-Person School
8/25/2021 - Additional Covid-19 Death
8/24/2021 - Board Votes to Require County Staff Vaccinations
8/24/2021 - County Redistricting Efforts Underway
8/23/2021 - Pfizer-Biontech COVID-19 Vaccine Receives FDA Approval
8/19/2021 - Santa Cruz County Health Officer Issues Order Requiring Use of Face Coverings in Indoor Settings
8/18/2021 - Symptomatic Residents Urged To Seek Testing
8/14/2021 - Voters – Check Your Mailbox for your Ballot and Voter Guide
8/13/2021 - First District Fire Preparedness Meeting
8/11/2021 - Public invited to observe all phases of the September 14, 2021 Gubernatorial Recall Election
8/11/2021 - Restoration and Access Plan for Moran Lake County Park
8/9/2021 - Additional Covid Deaths
8/5/2021 - County COVID-19 Cases Increasing due to Delta Variant
7/29/2021 - 6th Annual Parks & Rex Pool Party
7/26/2021 - New County Budget Manager Appointed
7/21/2021 - Cannabis Abatement Action Announced
7/19/2021 - July 18-24 is Probation Services Week
7/16/2021 - Annual Youth Summer Soccer Camp
7/15/2021 - NACo Renews Call for Equitable Army Corps Funding
7/14/2021 - MAH, Public Health Join to Protect and Honor Community
7/14/2021 - Second District Fire Preparedness Meeting
7/13/2021 - County Announces Funding Opportunity for COVID Vaccine Outreach
7/7/2021 - Renters, Landlords Encouraged to Apply for Rent Relief
7/2/2021 - SCCAS is at CATpacity! $25 Kitten and Cat Summer Adoption Special
7/1/2021 - HSA Expands Leadership Team
6/29/2021 - Board Approves 2021-22 Proposed Budget
6/29/2021 - Delta Variant Identified in Santa Cruz County
6/24/2021 - SANTA CRUZ COUNTY FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE (FNL) - Youth In Action Summit (Yas) Virtual Event And Summer Internship: Building Confidence And Embracing Our Identities
6/24/2021 - July 4th Safety Tips for People and Pets How to Protect Your Pet, and Where to Turn if Your Pet Gets Lost
6/21/2021 - Friday Night Live Youth Flip the Script on Underage Drinking with a Poster Scavenger Hunt
6/21/2021 - County Adopts Remote Work Policy
6/18/2021 - Better with a Buddy - Kitten Adoption Special Offered When You Adopt Two Kittens
6/17/2021 - Public Meeting for New State Septic Regulations
6/17/2021 - Workforce Report Documents Unprecedented Year
6/16/2021 - Walking/Biking Installation Planned for Portola Drive
6/14/2021 - County Launches Fireworks Awareness Campaign
6/11/2021 - Local Groundwater Sustainability Plan Approved by State
6/10/2021 - North Coast Signage Helps Reduce Litter
6/8/2021 - Board Approves Purchase of New County Facility
6/7/2021 - County Debuts Public Vaccination Dashboard
6/3/2021 - Bay Area Health Officers Support Full In-person School this Fall
6/2/2021 - County Launches Rehousing Wave
5/27/2021 - Santa Cruz County Medical Reserve Corps is Awarded a $10,000 Grant
5/25/2021 - Rising Distemper Cases in Santa Cruz County, SCCAS Encourages Pet Owners to Vaccinate Pets
5/24/2021 - Design Agreement Signed for Critical Flood Risk Reduction Project
5/20/2021 - Design Agreement Signing Ceremony
5/19/2021 - Walking/Biking Installation Planned for Green Valley Road
5/18/2021 - Santa Cruz County Moved To Yellow Tier
5/11/2021 - 81 Local Businesses Recognized as 2020 Responsible Alcohol Merchant Award Winners During Friday Night Live Advocacy Day
5/6/2021 - County Releases 2021-22 Proposed Budget
5/4/2021 - California Department Of Public Health Updates Face Covering Guidance
5/3/2021 - Cat Adoption Special
5/3/2021 - $50 Cat Adoption Special Offered
5/3/2021 - ADU Code Amendments Online Meeting
5/2/2021 - CAL FIRE Suspends Burns in Santa Cruz County
4/30/2021 - Residents Invited to CZU Lightning Fire Art Installation
4/26/2021 - Vaccine Interest Survey for Homebound Individuals
4/25/2021 - Joint Statement of the Bay Area Health Officers on the Safe Administration of the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
4/22/2021 - Septic, Water Permit Meeting for CZU Fire Survivors
4/16/2021 - Response, Recovery and Resilience Website Launches
4/6/2021 - Mobile Crisis Intervention Services Launch in South County
4/5/2021 - Property Taxes Due April 12
3/30/2021 - Santa Cruz County Moved to Orange Tier
3/22/2021 - Variant Identified in Santa Cruz County
3/15/2021 - Rent Relief Program Launches
3/12/2021 - Cannabis, Weapons Siezed During Search Warrant
3/11/2021 - Rising Distemper Cases in Santa Cruz County Discounted Vaccines and Microchips Package Offered
3/10/2021 - CZU Survivors Urged to Fill Out Insurance Survey
3/9/2021 - Santa Cruz County Moves to Red Tier
3/3/2021 - Updated Youth and Adult Sports Guidance
2/23/2021 - Board implements $16 Million for Local Rent Relief
2/22/2021 - Santa Cruz County Announces Expansion of COVID-19 Vaccinations
2/11/2021 - Electrical Tampering And Meter Bypassing
2/10/2021 - Grant To Fund Fire Recovery Workforce
2/8/2021 - Watsonville Mass Vaccination Site Launches
2/3/2021 - CZU Fire Rebuilding and Permitting Virtual Town Halls
2/2/2021 - Santa Cruz County Received Funding For Thriving Youth & Community Program
2/1/2021 - Debris Flow Town Halls
1/20/2021 - Photo Opportunity - Vaccine Pod
1/20/2021 - County, Safeway Form Vaccine Partnership
1/19/2021 - Temporary Evacuation Center Opens
1/12/2021 - County Seeks Rental Assistance on Behalf of Residents
1/7/2021 - Butane Lab Dismantled
1/5/2021 - Debris Flow Evacuation Map Updated
1/5/2021 - New Board Chair Selected
2020
12/18/2020 - North County Community Testing Site Available
12/16/2020 - Regional Stay-At-Home Order In Effect Tomorrow
12/15/2020 - Joint Statement of the Bay Area Health Officers: COVID-19 vaccine will be distributed following federal, state framework
12/14/2020 - Debris Removal Deadline Extended
12/14/2020 - 22nd Annual Homeless Memorial Ceremony
12/11/2020 - Impacted Residents Urged to Complete Debris Flow Survey
12/10/2020 - Oral Health Hero Award Nominations Open
12/10/2020 - Covid-19 Vaccine Plan Submitted
12/09/2020 - CA Notify App Available Dec. 10
12/08/2020 - Santa Cruz County and State of California Public Health Agencies Caution Residents About Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases
12/04/2020 - Fire Recovery Permit Center Now Open
12/02/2020 - Expanded Community Covid-19 Testing Available
12/02/2020 - Landlords Needed To Help CZU Fire Surviviors
11/30/2020 - Debris Removal Deadline December 15
11/18/2020 - County Public Health Awarded Grants for Traffic Safety Education Programs
11/18/2020 - Debris Flow Town Hall Event Goes Virtual
11/17/2020 - Advisory: Homelessness Funding Press Conference
11/16/2020 - County Moves Back to Purple Tier
11/16/2020 - Debris Flow Town Hall Event
11/13/2020 - Covid-19 Town Hall for Local Employers
11/13/2020 - Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter's Autumn "Pay it Forward" Special
11/12/2020 - Top County Elections Official to Depart
11/10/2020 - County Returns To Red Tier
11/10/2020 - Draft Roadmap To Reduce Homelessness Released
11/10/2020 - The Santa Cruz County Mobile And Manufactured Home Commission Announces The Recipient Of The 2020 Jan Beautz Award
11/09/2020 - Debris Flow Virtual Town Hall
11/09/2020 - Health Officials From Eight Bay Area Counties Issue Recmmendations for Safer Holidays and Travel
11/02/2020 - Santa Cruz County Offers Election Day COVID-19 Safety Tips
11/02/2020 - Debris Flow Evacuation Map Released
10/29/2020 - County Awards $619,900 in CARES Act Health Equity Grants
10/29/2020 - Photo Op: CZU Lightning Fire Quilt Giveaway
10/28/2020 - Additional Covid-19 Rental Assistance Grants Available
10/27/2020 - Santa Cruz County Moved to Orange Tier
10/15/2020 - Joint Statement of the Bay Area Health Officers
10/14/2020 - Public Safety Power Shutoff Likely
10/14/2020 - State Releases New Guidance For Private Gatherings
10/14/2020 - Food Benefits Available For Wildfire Victims
10/8/2020 - Disaster Assistance Deadline Extended
10/7/2020 - State, Local Health Officials Addressing Watsonville Covid-19 Outbreak
10/5/2020 - Application for Covid-19 Rent/Utility Support Reopens
10/3/2020 - Phase I Hazardous Waste Removal Map Available
10/1/2020 - Understanding a FEMA determination letter
10/1/2020 - U.S. EPA begins hazardous waste removal following Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Mateo County Fires
9/30/2020 - Donation Pickup Sites
9/30/2020 - Public Officials Urge Everyone to get Vaccinated for the Flu
9/29/2020 - Wildfire survivors have 4 weeks to apply for FEMA aid
9/29/2020 - Los sobrevivientes de los incendios tienen 4 semanas para solicitar ayuda de FEMA
9/28/2020 - Advisory - Debris Flow Presentation
9/28/2020 - Joint Statement of the Bay Area Health Officers
9/25/2020 - Covid-19 Small Business Grants
9/25/2020 - Phase I Debris Removal To Commence
9/24/2020 - Board to Consider Public Defender Services
9/23/2020 - Neff and Manov Award 2020
9/22/2020 - County, Partners Launch 'Powered By Me' Campaign
9/18/2020 - Applications Now Open for County-Wide Slow Streets Program
9/17/2020 - Donation Warehouses to Close
9/17/2020 - Price Gouging Prohibitions Extended
9/17/2020 - Recovery Resource Center Hours
9/16/2020 - Aptos Library Project Awarded
9/16/2020 - Santa Cruz County Reports an 8th COVID-19 Related Death
9/15/2020 - Rebuilding Process Streamlined
9/15/2020 - Debris Removal Prohibited
9/14/2020 - San Lorenzo Valley FEMA Assistance
9/11/2020 - Voting for Fire Evacuees
9/11/2020 - County Downsizes To One CZU Lightning Complex Fire Shelter
9/11/2020 - Phase I Hazardous Debris Removal Planning
9/10/2020 - County Curbside Collections Have Resumed; Refrigerator Pick-up Requires Food Bagged Separately
9/9/2020 - Downsizing Of Czu Lightning Complex Fire Shelters
9/9/2020 - Three Weeks Left To Take The Census
9/8/2020 - Santa Cruz County Moves to Red Tier
9/7/2020 - Free Lunch Program for Fire Evacuees
9/6/2020 - Critical Needs Assistance Deadline Extended
9/4/2020 - Repopulation Of Fire-impacted Areas
9/2/2020 - Reminder: Labor Day Beach Closures
9/1/2020 - Shelter Sites Begin Transition
9/1/2020 - Small Business, Non-Profit Covid-19 Grants Available
9/1/2020 - Rent and Utility Support Available Due to Covid-19 Impacts
8/31/2020 - Online Applications Now Available for Hotels Evacuees
8/29/2020 - Hotline for Hotel Evacuees
8/28/2020 - Governor Releases New Framework for Reopening
8/28/2020 - Centro de Recursos de Recuparacion Abrira
8/28/2020 - Recovery Resource Center to Open
8/25/2020 - Damage Map Available
8/24/2020 - District Attorney Announces, Beware: County Wildfire Scams
8/24/2020 - Asistencia inmediata para sobrevivientes de incendios
8/24/2020 - Immediate Assistance for Fire Survivors
8/24/2020 - Air Quality Events Guidance
8/23/2020 - Sitio de Donación en el Sur del Condado
8/23/2020 - South County Donation Site
8/23/2020 - Alojamiento en Hotel Gratuito Para los Evacuados
8/23/2020 - Evacuee Free Hotel Accomodations
8/23/2020 - Se Recomienda que los Campistas de Tienda se Trasladen al Interior
8/23/2020 - Tent Campers Urged To Move Indoors
8/23/2020 - Incendios de Rayos Abre Clínica Médica Temporal
8/23/2020 - Lightning Fires Temporary Medical Clinic Opens
8/23/2020 - Abre el Refugio Harbor High, Se Urge la Reubicación de los Que Estan Refugiandose al Aire Libre
8/22/2020 - Harbor High Shelter Opens, Outdoor Campers Urged To Relocate
8/22/2020 - Evite Viajar Hasta el 1 de Septiembre
8/22/2020 - Distribución De Mascarillas N-95 A Los Trabajadores Agrícolas
8/22/2020 - N-95 Distribution To Farmworkers
8/22/2020 - Avoid Travel Through September 1
8/22/2020 - PROTÉJASE A USTED MISMO Y A LOS DEMÁS DEL HUMO DE INCENDIOS
8/21/2020 - Additional Lightning Complex Fires Shelter - Lakeview Middle School
8/21/2020 - Simpkins Shelter Opens
8/21/2020 - Calfresh Benefits For Evacuees
8/21/2020 - Protect Yourself And Others From Wildfire Smoke
8/21/2020 - Additional Shelter Resources
8/21/2020 - Animal Shelter Fire Assistance
8/20/2020 - Illegal Price Gouging During CZU Lightning Complex Fire
8/20/2020 - Additional Lightning Fire Shelter Resources
8/20/2020 - Lighting Complex Fire Donations
8/20/2020 - Visitors Asked To Leave Immediately
8/19/2020 - Resources for those impacted by August Lightning Complex Fires
8/19/2020 - Santa Cruz County, Family Health Unit AWARDED $172,074.60 ACEs Aware Grant
8/18/2020 – Wildfire Air Quality Advisory
8/18/2020 - Labor Day Weekend Beach Closures
8/17/2020 - County Removed from Data Monitoring List
8/14/2020 - Santa Cruz County Reports Four COVID-19 Related Deaths
8/7/2020 - Face Covering Sign Available for Download
8/7/2020 - County, UCSC Partner to Further Expand Covid-19 Testing
8/4/2020 - Urgency Ordinance for Health Order Violations Passes
8/3/2020 - Blue Check Sign Program Launches
7/27/2020 - Santa Cruz County Placed on Monitoring List
7/27/2020 - Covid-19 Employer Toolkit Available
7/20/2020 - Salvation Army Shelter Temporarily Closed
7/14/2020 - Santa Cruz County Friday Night Live (FNL) Youth in Action Summit (YAS) Virtual Event and Summer Internship
7/13/2020 - California Closes Indoor Activities
7/13/2020 - Virtual Conference Discusses Latinx COVID-19 Impacts
7/10/2020 - Great Plates Delivered Extended
6/25/2020 - County Announces Third COVID-19 Death
6/19/2020 - "Screaming Hand" Safety Signage Available
6/15/2020 - Expanded Personal Care Services May Resume Friday
6/10/2020 - Great Plates Delivered Extended
6/9/2020 - Revised Health Order Removes Lodging Restrictions
6/5/2020 - Great Plates Vendors Announced, Extension Sought
6/2/2020 - Restaurants and Businesses Given Outdoor Options
6/1/2020 - Limited In-Person County Services Resume
5/30/2020 - County Restaurants, Hair Salons May Resume Services
5/29/2020 - Board Approves Application to Move into Late Stage 2
5/27/2020 - Special Board Meeting
5/26/2020 - New Health Order Allows Certain Activities to Resume
5/22/2020 - Public Health Monitoring Covid-19 Clusters
5/21/2020 - SAVE Lives Santa Cruz County Launches Website
5/15/2020 - Advisory on Local Business and Other Activities
5/9/2020 - Save Lives Economic Recovery Council Announced
5/7/2020 - Watsonville Specimen Collection Site to Launch
5/6/2020 - Health Officer to Amend Shelter-In-Place Order
5/5/2020 - County Seeks Vendors for Great Plates Program
4/30/2020 - Health Officer Allows Certain Activities to Resume
4/29/2020 - Additional Beach Activity Limits During Peak Hours
4/29/2020 - County Announces COVID-19 Community Recovery Efforts
4/28/2020 - Hotel Rooms Available for Local Health Care Workers
4/24/2020 - Limited Beach Access
4/23/2020 – County Completes COVID-19 Readiness Assessment of Skilled Nursing Facilities
4/23/2020 – Face Coverings Order Available
4/21/2020 – Health Officer to Issue Face Covering Order
4/14/2020 – County Confirms second death from COVID-19
4/09/2020 – Religious Observances During the Shelter in Place Order
4/07/2020 – Parks and beaches to be temporarily closed throughout Santa Cruz County
4/06/2020 – County Identifies Alternate Care Sites
4/03/2020 – New Public Health Information on Facial Coverings
4/03/2020 – Epidemic Curve: Known Cases of COVID-19
4/02/2020 – Recreation opportunities during COVID-19
4/02/2020 – Vacation rentals must comply with shelter-in-place order
4/01/2020 – Current COVID-19 Santa Cruz County Case Breakdown
4/01/2020 – Census Day is April 1
4/01/2020 – Task force to address homelessness COVID-19 response
3/31/2020 – Health Officer updates, extends shelter-in-place order
3/30/2020 – COVID-19 tax penalty waiver form available
3/29/2020 – Santa Cruz County announces first COVID-19 death
3/26/2020 – County Parks Friends launches virtual children’s activities
3/26/2020 – County seeks personal protective equipment donations
3/24/2020 – Board enacts eviction moratorium
3/23/2020 – Travelers warned against beach gatherings
3/23/2020 – Board to comply with social distancing guidelines
3/23/2020 – County releases personal protective equipment to protect health care workers
3/22/2020 – County releases COVID-19 guidance for homeless services providers
3/20/2020 – County announces services updates, changes due to coronavirus
3/19/2020 – Call center, community resources available for COVID-19
3/17/2020 – County homeless programs awarded new funding
3/17/2020 – Census questionnaire available online
3/16/2020 – Health Officer issues shelter-in-place order
3/16/2020 – County modifies operations during outbreak
3/13/2020 – County Parks programs, activities cancelled due to pandemic
3/12/2020 – Third, fourth cases of coronavirus announced
3/11/2020 – County announced 3rd, 4th cases of COVID-19
3/10/2020 – Board declares local emergency to assist COVID-19 response
3/9/2020 – County confirms second case of COVID-19
3/6/2020 – County confirms first COVID-19 case
3/5/2020 – St. Pittie’s Day returns March 14-15
3/4/2020 – Local health emergency declared for COVID-19
3/4/2020 – Political yards signs cannot be recycled
2/27/2020 – County accelerated coronavirus preparations
2/25/2020 – Downtown Streets Team to expand to Grant Park
2/18/2020 – County launches performance measurement dashboards
2/13/2020 – HCD to hold one-time hours for mobilehome owners
2/12/2020 – Water report highlights management successes
2/06/2020 – Census art contest open to County students
2/4/2020 – CRV services available in San Lorenzo Valley
2/3/2020 – Seacliff Skate Park to debut Feb. 8
1/24/2020 – Little Library honors victims of Conception boat fire
1/23/2020 – County wins third GFOA budget award
1/17/2020 – Board authorizes suit over BLM oil and gas plan
1/14/2020 – Fire assessment approved by voters
1/14/2020 – Greg Caput named chair of Board of Supervisors
1/16/2020 – Homeless Action Partnership announces funding for homelessness
1/13/2020 – County secures funding for storm repairs
1/9/2020 – LEO’s Haven/Chanticleer Park to open Jan. 18
1/9/2020 – County Parks welcomes AmeriCorps volunteers
2019
12/20/2019 – Winter tick season is here
12/19/2019 – Board moves to protect mobile/manufactured home residents
12/17/2019 – Call for artists to commemorate suffrage centennial
12/16/2019 – Pajaro River flood project reaches major milestone
12/16/2019 – CLO disrupts dangerous butane honey oil labs
12/13/2019 – 21st annual Homeless Memorial ceremony to be held
12/13/2019 – Groundbreaking for Seacliff Village Park skate feature
12/11/2019 – Flood Protection Authority to meet on Pajaro River project
12/11/2019 – Board approved Portola Drive mixed-use project
12/06/2019 – Board to celebrate retiring department heads
12/05/2019 – Public invited to meeting on Aptos Library renovations
12/02/2019 – First installment of property taxes due
12/02/2019 – South County behavioral health open house
11/27/2019 – Actions to improve homelessness response announced
11/20/2019 – Probation Department secures $1M youth reentry grant
11/19/2019 – Board approves 25-cent fee on single-use cups
11/18/2019 – CAO Palacios names new Director of Human Services
11/15/2019 – Board to honor local green businesses
11/15/2019 – Homeless shelter contracts finalized
11/12/2019 – Local businesses advised of immigrant protections
11/08/2019 – Affordable housing/clinic project approved
11/07/2019 – Community meetings on Syringe Services Program
11/07/2019 – Animal Shelter offers winter children’s camp
11/05/2019 – Board passes no-fault eviction moratorium
11/04/2019 – 2019 Kudos Awards to be held Nov. 9
10/31/2019 – Bathroom improvements set for Seacliff Village Park
10/30/2019 – Animal Shelter takes in Kincade Fire animals
10/24/2019 – Benefits Shop to unveil new mural
10/21/2019 – Recruitment for U.S. Census jobs underway
10/18/2019 – Board to consider fire protection options
10/4/2019 – Sheriff’s Office to host Truth Act forum
10/3/2019 – Owl box raising at Animal Shelter
9/26/2019 – Shelter rescues 53 rabbits from Boulder Creek home
9/26/2019 – 2018 Crop Report shows increase in production values
9/25/2019 – Property tax relief available for qualified homeowners
9/23/2019 – Supervisor Leopold to celebrate elementary school greenhouse
9/20/2019 – Board to hear update on Thrive by Three Initiative
9/19/2019 – Criminal Justice Council to host gang symposium
9/18/2019 – County nabs three statewide CSAC awards
9/17/2019 – 5th annual Golden Goals celebration
9/16/2019 – 2019 Catio Tour to be held
9/12/2019 – Measure J family home available to qualified buyers
9/09/2019 – Doggie Date Night at Anna Jean Cummings Park
8/28/2019 – Study outlines state of local workforce
8/28/2019 – September is National Preparedness Month
8/26/2019 – Board to decide Sept. 10 on possible fire protection vote
8/23/2019 – Bike/pedestrian wayfinding signs installed on Highway 9
8/21/2019 – Aztecas Challenge the Law event to be held August 25
8/20/2019 – Street Smarts campaign launches countywide
8/16/2019 – Feline adoption special at Animal Shelter
8/12/2019 – ‘Wonder Park’ at Felt Street Park
8/8/2019 – 5th annual Parks & Rex to be held August 24
8/5/2019 – 2019 Point-in-Time County released
8/2/2019 – Additional cannabis enforcement activities announced
7/29/2019 – ‘Incredibles 2’ showing at Heart of Soquel
7/23/2019 – Doggie Date Night comes to Brommer Street Park
7/15/2019 – Lego Movie 2 showing at Felt Street Park
7/15/2019 – Draft Groundwater Sustainability Plan available for comment
7/12/2019 – County named 8th most digital-friendly County in U.S.
7/10/2019 – Survey on reducing plastic waste available online
7/10/2019 – County takes additional cannabis abatement actions
7/01/2019 – Over-the-counter permits now available online
6/28/2019 – Renamed “My Santa Cruz County” app launched
6/27/2019 – 4th of July Tips for Pets and People
6/27/2019 – Free Parks Events for SLV Residents
6/25/2019 – 2019-21 Budget, Operational Plan Adopted
6/21/2019 – Cat Adoption Special Now Available
6/19/2019 – Residents Urged to Prepare for Power Shutoffs
6/18/2019 – Local justice program receive $7 million in grants
6/18/2019 – Spider-Verse comes to Felt Street Park
6/17/2019 – Census shows slight decline in homeless population
6/14/2019 – Unpermitted cannabis site dismantled, landslide studied
6/13/2019 – County budget hearing schedule released
6/12/2019 – Year-round shelter, navigation services planned
6/7/2019 – Suspected cannabis processing facility investigated
6/6/2019 – Grant to expand South County mental health services
6/4/2019 – Farm Park meeting, Summer Movies kickoff
6/3/2019 – Unpermitted cannabis sites abated
6/3/2019 – New County Health Officer named
5/30/2019 – Probation Service Center to open
5/30/2019 – Spay/neuter specials available for husky breeds
5/22/2019 – Probation Service Center to open May 30
5/20/2019 – Live Oak Library Annex planning meeting May 28
5/16/2019 – Groundwater recharge testing at two locations
5/15/2019 – Aptos Public Safety Center to open May 20
5/14/2019 – May 18 in Youth Violence Prevention Day
5/13/2019 – More Unlicensed Cannabis Sites Dismantled
5/10/2019 – 2019-21 Proposed Budget and Operational Plan Released
5/08/2019 – Soquel Linear Park secures major grant
5/7/2019 – County Career Fair to be held May 22
5/1/2019 – County releases updated 2020 Census website
4/30/2019 – May 4 is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
4/18/2019 – Spring half-price cat adoption special underway
4/17/2019 – Mosquito Awareness Week is April 21-27
4/15/2019 – Task force releases draft suicide prevention plan
4/15/2019 – Integrated Pest Management group to meet
4/8/2019 – Cannabis warrants executed in multiple jurisdictions
4/5/2019 – Commission on Disabilities seeks members
4/5/2019 – County joins suit to preserve local cannabis control
4/4/2019 – Second installment of property taxes due
4/3/2019 – County Operational Plan open houses to be help
4/2/2019 – Countdown to 2020 Census underway
3/29/2019 – 4th Micro Business Summit to be held May 3
3/29/2019 – Residents asked to help rebrand county app
3/25/2019 – Spring Bark Special at County Animal Shelter
3/25/2019 – Complete Count Committee to hold Census press conference
3/25/2019 – Main Street discussion to be held April 6 in Boulder Creek
3/20/2019 – Funding for projects to address homelessness announced
3/15/2019 – Cannabis office dismantles unpermitted Scotts Valley operation
3/14/2019 – Downtown Streets Team expands into Felton
3/12/2019 – Women’s Commission announced Trailblazers Awards
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3/4/2019 – National Association of Counties back improved flood protection for disadvantaged communities
2/26/2019 – Chanticleer and LEO’s Haven project awarded to Granite Construction
2/22/2019 – St. Pittie’s Day to celebrate pit bull adoption, ownership
2/15/2019 – County Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector appointed to state committee
2/13/2019 – Board calls for state commission to assess recycling
2/8/2019 – City, County Release Action Plan for Homelessness
2/7/2019 – Focused Intervention Team launched
2/6/2019 – Joe Serrano named new LAFCO executive officer
2/6/2019 – County Budget nabs recognition from Government Finance Officers Association
2/5/2019 – Unclaimed property available via state Controller website
1/22/2019 – Women’s Commission seeks Trailblazer Award nominations
1/22/2019 – Free, discounted feline services available
1/18/2019 – Homeless Action Partnership seeks solutions to homelessness
1/16/2019 – Illegal cannabis grow in Lompico dismantled
1/15/2019 – Ryan Coonerty elected to head Board of Supervisors
1/14/2019 – Early CalFresh benefits due to federal shutdown
2018
12/17/2018 – Residents cautioned to protect against winter ticks
12/13/2018 – Aptos Safety Center to open in 2019
12/13/2018 – Some domestic partners eligible for tax relief
12/11/2018 – Homeless Memorial ceremony to be held Dec. 20
12/6/2018 – Shelter holding half-price adoptions through December
12/6/2018 – Chanticleer Park project approved for bidding
12/6/2018 – Mid-County disaster prep meetings to be held
12/5/2018 – Property tax installment is due
11/28/2018 – Sam LoForti named Cannabis Licensing Manager
11/27/2018 – Live Oak Annex meeting to be held
11/20/2018 – County to ban single-use personal care products
11/19/2018 – Residents advised of Salsipuedes Levee paving
11/19/2018 – Small Business Saturday to be held Nov. 24
11/13/2018 – America Recycle Day upcoming
11/9/2018 – Air Quality advisory over Camp Fire impacts
11/9/2018 – County nabs national recycling award
11/7/2018 – Measure G approved overwhelmingly by voters
11/5/2018 – Community welcomed to help design Aptos Library renovations
11/1/2018 – Cemex Reuse meeting set for Nov. 8
10/26/2018 – Restorative Justice Forum draws expert panel
10/26/2018 – Rancho Del Mar service center closed
10/25/2018 – La Selva Beach Library renovation meeting Nov. 8
10/19/2018 – Mosquito and Vector Control Open House Oct. 26
10/18/2018 – Grant reduced recidivism, public safety impacts
10/17/2018 – Study shows need to preserve streets and roads funding
10/16/2018 – CAO names Mimi Hall Director of Health Services
10/15/2018 – Pinto Lake Pump Track Ribbon Cutting
10/12/2018 – Grateful Animal Shelter celebrates 10 years of service
10/11/2018 – Black Panther marks end of Family Movie Nights
10/11/2018 – Davenport Recycled Water project ribbon-cutting 10/18
10/10/2018 – Broadband Forum to be held in Aptos
10/10/2018 – 2017 Crop Report shows slight decline in crop values
10/05/2018 – Chanticleer Park, LEO’s Haven to break ground Cot. 13
10/04/2018 – Tire Amnesty Days returns to local landfills
10/01/2018 – Local drug and sharps ordinance goes statewide
9/28/2018 – Pay It Forward cat adoptions underway
9/25/2018 – Board moves to remove building fees for small ADUs
9/20/2018 – MHSA stakeholder meetings to shape mental health spending
9/19/2018 – Live Oak Annex Library meetings scheduled
9/19/2018 – County nabs statewide award for MBCP leadership
9/18/2018 – Safe Routes to School meetings to be held
9/17/2018 – 'Wonder' to be screened for Family Movie Nights
9/14/2018 – Groundbreaking for New Felton Library
9/12/2018 – County Earns National Recognition for Sharps Program
9/11/2018 – Office for Economic Development to host Broadband Community Forum
9/11/2018 – County to begin accepting new applications for hosted rentals
9/5/2018 – County Parks Department completes Strategic Plan
9/4/2018 – Artist of the Years nominations deadline is Sept. 14
8/28/2018 – Unsecured property taxes due Aug. 31
8/22/2018 – Bigger, better Benefit Shop to reopen in Live Oak
8/21/2018 – Anti-illegal dumping website debuts
8/16/2018 – Fourth annual Parks & Rex event raises funds for kids, animals
8/15/2018 – Office for Economic Development unveils SCC Vitality website
8/10/2018 – Cannabis Licensing Manager to depart
8/09/2018 – Groundbreaking for South County’s first pump track
8/07/2018 – County Board places sales tax on November ballot
8/06/2018 – ‘Jumanji’ comes to Heart of Soquel Park
7/26/2018 – Bruce McPherson named ‘Ocean Hero’ by Monterey Bay Aquarium
7/25/2018 – Shelter Foundation to augment Animal Services programs
7/23/2018 – Completion of Twin Lakes project to be celebrated
7/18/2018 – County warns of senior scams
7/16/2018 – Gru, Minions star in latest Summer Movie Nights offering
7/13/2018 – Planning Department launches Safe Structures Program
7/12/2018 – Cat adoption specials at SCCAS through Aug. 31
7/12/2018 – County named 6th-most digital-friendly county
7/11/2018 – North Coast beach cleanup team underway
7/11/2018 – Mid-County Groundwater Agency to discuss water projects
7/10/2018 – Report highlights challenges facing local workforce
7/10/2018 – County welcomes beach vendors to Rio Del Mar Esplanade
6/29/2018 – Take the challenge during Parks and Recreation Month
6/26/2018 – Board approves 2018-18 Budget, Strategic Plan
6/25/2018 – County launches fireworks awareness campaign
6/18/2018 – More than $2 million to address local youth homelessness
6/15/2018 – Ag Commissioner issues fines for 2017 pesticide discharge
6/14/2018 – County sets 2018-19 Proposed Budget hearings
6/14/2018 – Grey Bears makes first recycled polystyrene shipment
6/13/2018 – Hosted Rental permit application window opens
6/12/2018 – “The Goonies” comes to Heart of Soquel Park
6/8/2018 – County releases draft Strategic Plan
6/6/2018 – World Oceans Day is June 8
5/30/2018 – SB1 grant will assist local road project
5/25/2018 – Army Corps repair project to get underway
5/23/2018 – Matt Machado named new Public Works Director
5/22/2018 – Broadband survey shows demand for high-speed service
5/21/2018 – Shelter to Hold Cat’s Meow Open House
5/15/2018 – Animal Services’ Benefit Shop Burgled
5/15/2018 – Brookdale Lodge to Hold Hiring Fair
5/14/2018 – County Files Suit Against Opioid Manufacturers
5/9/2018 – Felton Nature Discovery Park Grant Secured
5/8/2018 – County Releases Tools to Help Build ADUs
5/7/2018 – Animal Services to Hold 2018 Shots Fair
5/4/2018 – Cheryl Anderson Named Artist of the Year
5/4/2018 – 2018-19 Proposed County Budget Released
5/3/2018 – Family Movie Nights coming to Heart of Soquel Park
4/26/2018 – Housing Advisory Commission to hold special meeting
4/24/2018 – Board Approves Cannabis Licensing Ordinances
4/24/2018 – Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 28
4/19/2018 – Winter Shelter closes for season, serving more than 550
4/18/2018 – Kaiser to present Micro Business Summit
4/17/2018 – UCSC fraternity to adopt Scott Creek Beach
4/17/2018 – Vision Santa Cruz County draft goals released
4/12/2018 – Jeremy Almond to keynote Micro Business Summit
4/11/2018 – Smart Path Coordinated Entry program debuts
4/09/2018 – Tire amnesty program returns for 2018
4/09/2018 – Property tax installment payment due
3/29/2018 – Board approves Measure D neighborhood paving projects
3/26/2018 – 3rd annual Micro Business Summit set for May 4
3/19/2018 – 2018-19 Parks Activity Guide now available
3/19/2018 – Second Aptos Village affordable housing meeting to be held
3/13/2018 – Public invited to attend Parks Strategic Plan meetings
3/12/2018 – A year later, County surpasses $20 million in storm repairs
3/1/2018 – Join St. Pittie’s Day festivities to benefit Animal Shelter
3/1/2018 – Mimi Khin Hall named Assistant Director of Health Services
2/28/2018 – Michael Beaton named General Services Director
2/20/2018 – Aptos Village Measure J units subject of upcoming workshops
2/13/2018 – Proposals to address youth homelessness sought
2/13/2018 – Meeting on Pleasure Point Corridor to be held Feb. 22
2/12/2018 – Regional Fire Academy lends hand to Anna Jean Cummings Park
2/9/2018 – Pest Management Advisory Group to meet
2/9/2018 – Report on local tech economy now available
2/7/2018 – $4 million recommended for County groundwater sustainability agencies
2/6/2018 – County Health Officer declares end to hepatitis A outbreak
2/1/2018 – Statement on induction of Gina Castaneda in Aptos Girls Soccer Hall of Fame
2/1/2018 – Soquel Drive near Aptos Village restores to two lanes
2/1/2018 – Auction on tax defaulted properties to be held March 2-5
1/31/2018 – DPW Director John Presleigh announces retirement
1/26/2018 – County releases recommendations for cannabis licenses
1/24/2018 – Upcoming meetings to discuss local cannabis regulations
1/23/2018 – Feb. 1 “Connecting the Drops” event to discuss local water issues
1/18/2018 – County secures grants to address local homelessness
1/10/2018 – Zach Friend elected Chair of the Board of Supervisors
1/4/2018 – Santa Cruz County sees influx of flu cases
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