Weekly Review Update – April 4

The City of Santa Cruz will present it’s Housing Element Workshop #2 Tuesday, April 4 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

This Community Workshop will include the following:
- An overview of the Public Review Draft Housing Element.
- Candidate sites identified to accommodate the regional housing need.
- Policies and programs to guide housing development and comply with State law.
- Opportunities for community participation and feedback.

Weekly Review April 2 – 8

NOTE: With the end of the Covid-19 emergency declaration, county and city meetings have returned to in-person or hybrid meetings. Unless otherwise noted, meetings are in-person and no longer accessible by remote teleconference.

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, April 1 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Historic Resources Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 3 is CANCELLED.

The County Workforce Development Board will meet Wednesday, April 5 at 8:30 am at the Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Court in Aptos. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Integrated Community Health Center Commission will meet Wednesday, April 5 at 4:00 pm at 1430 Freedom Blvd., Suite F in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

First District Supervisor Manu Koenig will hold Office Hours Wednesday, April 5 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Sheriff’s Center, 5200 Soquel Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for information.

The County Water Advisory Commission will meet Wednesday, April 5 at 4:00 pm at the Santa Cruz County Government Building, 701 Ocean Street, 5th floor Conference Room, in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Latino Affairs Commission will meet Wednesday, April 5 at 6:00 pm at United Way of Santa Cruz County, 4450 Capitola Road, Suite 106 in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

5th District Supervisor Bruce McPherson and Congressman Jimmy Panetta will hold a joint San Lorenzo Valley Town Hall Wednesday, April 5 at 6:30 pm at Highlands Park Senior & Community Center, 8500 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond.

The County Sanitation District Board of Directors will meet Thursday, April 6 at 4:45 pm at the D.A. Porath Sanitation Facility, 2750 Lode Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Fish and Wildlife Commission will meet Thursday, April 6 at 7:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Solarium Conference Room on the second floor above the Water Quality Lab entrance, 1060 Emeline Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Zoning Administrator will meet Friday, April 7 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, Room 525, County Government Center, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

4525 Opal Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz – Proposal to operate a new four-bedroom residential vacation rental. Requires a vacation rental permit and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Property is located on Opal Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz (4525 Opal Cliff Dr.)

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Water Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 3 is CANCELLED.

The SC City Health in All Policies Committee will meet Tuesday, April 4 at 2:30 pm at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz, Click HERE for the agenda.

This Community Workshop will include the following:
- An overview of the Public Review Draft Housing Element.
- Candidate sites identified to accommodate the regional housing need.
- Policies and programs to guide housing development and comply with State law.
- Opportunities for community participation and feedback.

City of Capitola

The Capitola Historical Museum Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet Thursday, April 6 at 5:30 pm. The agenda is not available online.

The Capitola Planning Commission will meet Thursday, April 6 at 6:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

3.A. 520 Riverview Drive – Design Permit to remodel a two-story residence with Variance requests for the required minimum setbacks and maximum floor area ratio. The project is located within the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) zoning district. This project is in the Coastal Zone but does not require a Coastal Development Permit. Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption
3.B. 207, 209, 209A, 211 Esplanade – Design Permit, Historic Alteration Permit, and Coastal Development Permit for façade modifications at 207, 209, 209A, and 211 Esplanade located in the Mixed Use Village (MU-V) zoning district. Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption.

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is scheduled to meet Tuesday, April 4 at 1:00 pm at the Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley. The agenda will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

The Scotts Valley City Council and Planning Commission will meet in a hybrid Joint Special Meeting at City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley Wednesday, April 5 at 6:00 pm. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

6th Cycle Housing Element – Potential Candidate Sites Strategies to Address RHNA and Considerations Per State Law Updates

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission will meet Thursday, April 6 at 5:00 pm a City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, April 4 at 6:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, 4th Floor, in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

Water Organizations

The San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board of Directors will meet Thursday, April 6 at 6:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the SLVWD Conference Room, 12788 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek. Click HERE for the agenda.

The San Lorenzo Valley Water District Engineering/Environmental Committee will meet Friday, April 7 at 8:30 am at the SLVWD Conference Room, 12788 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek. Click HERE for the agenda.

The San Lorenzo Valley Water District Administration Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, April 7 is CANCELLED.

Fire Protection Organizations

The Felton Fire Protection District Board of Directors will meet Monday, April 3 at 6:00 pm at the Fire Station, 131 Kirby Street in Felton. Click HERE for the agenda.

School Boards

No meetings scheduled.

Other Organizations

The Cabrillo College Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet Monday, April 3 at 6:15 pm at the CCCD Aptos Campus, Horticulture Building, Sanders Avenue in Aptos. The agenda will be available HERE.

The Santa Cruz Public Library Library Advisory Commission will meet Monday, April 3 at 6:30 pm at the Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Cruz County (LAFCO) will meet Wednesday, April 5 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street, #318-D in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

5.A. Scotts Valley Water District Sphere Annexation – An annexation and concurrent sphere amendment is being proposed by the Scotts Valley Water District (“SVWD” or “District”). The proposal area encompasses 184 parcels, approximately 1,500 acres, and almost 300 registered voters. The purpose of the proposal is to allow the opportunity for connecting with the District’s water system, when desired by the affected landowners and without the need for future LAFCO action.

The Central Coast Community Energy Community Advisory Council will meet Wednesday, April 5 at 4:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at Central Coast Community Energy, 70 Garden Court, Suite 300 in Monterey. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Regional Transportation Commission will meet Thursday, April 6 at 9:00 am at the County Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Governmental Center, 5th Floor, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

10. Contract Amendment for Janitorial Services on the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line – The RTC acquired the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line (SCBRL) in 2012 for the purpose of providing transportation alternatives in Santa Cruz County. Ownership of the corridor involves ongoing basic maintenance including clean-up of dumping, other trash, and encampments.
11. Construction Contract Award for Handrail and WalkwayRepairs on Bridges along the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line – The scope of work includes replacement of approximately 67 linear feet of handrail, 1,178 linear feet of walkway, and 4 handrail posts. The scope of work includes installation of “no trespassing” signs on bridges. Completing this work will ensure that the Santa Cruz Branch Rail line bridges remain accessible for maintenance activities and are compliant with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements. Additionally, the work includes installing “No Trespassing” signs along the branch line Corridor.

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet Thursday, April 6 at 1:30 pm. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

“The public’s trust in their government may be sustained only as long as the public remains involved in the deliberations essential to responsible decision-making by that government. The Board of Supervisors wishes to preserve this public trust by openly seeking advice, ideas and recommendations from the citizens of the County.” SC County Code: 2.38.020

There are 36 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are no vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 5 vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 2 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are 2 vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Weekly Review March 26 – April 1

NOTE: With the end of the Covid-19 emergency declaration, county and city meetings have returned to in-person or hybrid meetings. Unless otherwise noted, meetings are in-person.

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, March 25 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday, March 28 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

21. Direct the Chair to send letters on behalf of the County supporting bills related to the Ralph M. Brown Act, including California Assembly Bills 557 and 817, as recommended by the County Administrative Officer.
23. Direct the Chair to send a letter on behalf of the County supporting California Assembly Bill 584 (Hart), which gives the California Coastal Commission flexibility to increase the monetary threshold for emergency repair waivers, as recommended by the County Administrative Officer.
55. Schedule a public hearing on April 11, 2023, beginning at 9:00 a.m. or thereafter, to consider approval of a boundary adjustment and rezoning of a portion of APN 063-132-08 from the Mineral Extraction Industrial (M-3) zone district to the Timber Production (TP) zone district, and direct the Clerk of the Board to publish the notice of public hearing one time at least 10 days prior to the hearing date, as recommended by the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development & Infrastructure.

Regular Agenda

9. Public hearing to consider the 2022 General Plan Annual Report, accept and file two related annual reports, and take related actions, as outlined in the memorandum of the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development & Infrastructure.
10. Public hearing to consider proposed 2023-24 Benefit Assessment rates for County Service Area No. 3; request the submittal of ballots for the proposed FY2023-24 benefit assessments; continue the public hearing to May 9, 2023, and take related actions, as outlined in the memorandum of the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure.
11. Public hearing to consider proposed 2023-24 Benefit Assessment rates for County Service Area No. 51; request the submittal of ballots for the proposed FY2023-24 benefit assessments; continue the public hearing to May 9, 2023, and take related actions, as outlined in the memorandum of the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure.

Closed Session Agenda

12. Schedule a closed personnel and litigation session to be held at the conclusion of the Board’s consent or regular agenda, or at any other time during the course of the meeting announced by the chairperson of the Board.

The County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Zone 7 Board of Directors
Zone 7 will meet Tuesday, March 28 at 10:45 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board Chambers, Governmental Center Building, 701 Ocean Street, Room 525 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Flood Control and Water Conservation District – Zone 5 Board of Directors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 28 is CANCELLED.

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Sister Cities Committee will meet Monday, March 27 at 7:00 pm at the Parks & Recreation Department, 323 Church Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Council will meet Tuesday, March 28 at 12:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

12:30 pm – Closed Session

3:30 pm Regular Session

Consent Agenda

17. Downtown Library and Affordable Housing Development Project Ground Lease Authorization for 119 Lincoln Street

General Business

28. Military Equipment Purchase Request and Policy Update per Assembly Bill 481
- 1) Introduce for publication an ordinance amending City of Santa Cruz Municipal Code (“SCMC”) Chapter 9.90 “AB 481 Military Equipment Use”; and
- 2) Approve Santa Cruz Police Department (“SCPD”) Policy 705 incorporating the amended inventory of military equipment as defined by Assembly Bill 481.

Oral Communications

Public Hearing

27. Appeal of Proposed Single Space Markings on David Way – Resolution to uphold the appeal of the Transportation and Public Works Commission’s decision and install the proposed single space markings on David Way.

The SC City Transportation and Public Works Commission will meet Wednesday, March 29 at 6:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Planning Commission will hold a Special Meeting Thursday, March 30 at 7:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

City of Capitola

The Capitola Department of Public Works will present their Dog Park Proposal in Monterey Park Wednesday, March 29 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee will meet Friday, March 31 at 10:00 am at the City Hall Conference Room, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville Community Advisory Committee on the General Plan Update will meet Wednesday, March 29 at 5:30 pm at the Main Library Meeting Room, 275 Main Street, Suite #100 in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

Water Organizations

The Scotts Valley Water District Engineering and Water Resources Committee will meet Monday, March 27 at 4:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the District Conference Room, 2 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency Projects & Facility Operations Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 29 is CANCELLED.

Fire Protection Organizations

No meetings scheduled.

School Boards

No meetings scheduled.

Other Organizations

The Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG) Planning Directors Forum will meet Monday, March 27 at 10:00 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

2023 Public Participation Plan Development Process
Program Opportunities from Central Coast Community Energy

The 14th District Agricultural Association Board of Directors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 28 is CANCELLED.

The Santa Cruz Port Commission will meet in a Special Closed and Regular Session Tuesday, March 28 at 5:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Harbor Public Meeting Room, 365 A Lake Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

5:30 pm – Closed Session

7:00 pm – Public Hearing

Public Hearing to Receive Public Input on the Port District’s Transition to District-Based Elections for its Commissioners.

Regular Public Session

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 35 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are 4 vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 2 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are 2 vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Weekly Review March 19 – 25

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, March 18 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Emergency Medical Care Commission will meet Monday, March 20 at 9:00 in a hybrid meeting at Conference Rooms 206/207, 1400 Emeline Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Planning Commission will meet Wednesday, March 22 at 9:30 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, Room 525, County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

266 Cliff Court, Aptos – Public hearing to consider an appeal of Zoning Administrator’s denial of Application 211316 for a proposal to construct an approximately 110-linear foot pin pier retaining wall, on-site with an existing single-family dwelling, located at 266 Cliff Court in Aptos. Property located on the south side of Cliff Court, approximately 150 feet south of the intersection of Cliff Court and Rio Del Mar Boulevard in Aptos.

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 22 is CANCELLED.

The County Commission on the Environment will meet Wednesday, March 22 at 5:00 pm at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 701 Ocean Street, 5th Floor in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Commission is scheduled to meet Friday, March 24 at 1:00 pm at the Human Services Department (HSD), 1400 Emeline Avenue, Building K, Room 206 in Santa Cruz. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Community Meeting on Tobacco Product Waste will be held Monday, March 20 at 5:00 pm at the London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for information.

The SC City Council will hold a Special Meeting/Public Hearing Monday, March 20 at 6:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Design Permit, Slope Modification Permit/Slope Variance, and Watercourse Variance to Construct Segments 8 and 9 of the Coastal Rail Trail, a 2.2-Mile Bicycle and Pedestrian System Extending Along the Railroad Corridor (Owned by the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission) from the Beach Street/Pacific Avenue Roundabout on the West, to the Eastern Side of 17th Avenue on the East, and Excluding the Recently-Constructed San Lorenzo River Trestle Bridge Improvements (Environmental Review: Environmental Impact Report)
- Motion to:
- 1) Adopt a resolution certifying the Environmental Impact Report (EIR); and
- 2) Adopt a resolution adopting Findings of Fact, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), and a Statement of Overriding Conditions; and
- 3) Adopt a resolution approving the Design Permit, Slope Modification Permit, Slope Variance, and Watercourse Variance.

The SC City Downtown Commission will meet Thursday, March 23 at 8:30 am at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

City of Capitola

The Jade Street Park Accessible Playground Design Community Meeting #1 will meet Tuesday, March 21 at 7:00 pm at 4400 Jade Street in Capitola. Click HERE for information.

The Capitola City Council will meet Thursday, March 23 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at Capitola City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

General Government / Public Hearings

8.B Coastal Rail Trail Segments 10 and 11 – Receive report on the Coastal Rail Trail Segments 10 and 11 Project through the City of Capitola.
8.C 401 Capitola Avenue Appeal – Adopt a resolution affirming the Planning Commission’s decision to deny Application #22-0282 seeking a Conditional Use Permit, Parking Variance, and Coastal Development Permit for a restaurant/café at 401 Capitola Avenue (Capitola Tap House).
8.D Kennedy Drive Sidewalk Project – Approve the plans, specifications, and construction budget of $214,000 for the Kennedy Drive Sidewalk Project; approve the Coastal Development Permit and the findings listed in the Final Local Action Notice; and authorize the Department of Public Works to advertise for construction bids.

City of Scotts Valley

No meetings scheduled.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, March 21 at 6:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Top Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

6.a Special Use Permit with Environmental Review to allow for the establishment of a 1,200± square foot deli with 200± square foot dedicated sales area in a portion of an industrial building with a commercial kitchen located at 10 Hangar Way, and finding the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
6.b Recommendation to City Council on adoption of an initial study/mitigated negative declaration, and mitigation monitoring and reporting program in compliance with the California Environmental Quality act; approval of a Special Use Permit with Design Review and Environmental Review for a distribution facility at 200 Manabe Ow road; and amendment to the Manabe Ow Business Park Specific Plan to remove two internal streets from the Land Use and Circulation Plan.

Water Organizations

The Central Water District Board of Directors will meet Monday, March 20 at 7:00 pm at the District Office, 400 Cox Road in Aptos. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Soquel Creek Water District Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, March 21 at 6:o0 pm Click HERE for the agenda.

The Scotts Valley Water District Finance and Personnel Committee will meet Wednesday, March 22 at 4:00 pm at the Santa Margarita Community Room, 2 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency Special Strategic Plan 2024+ Workshop #1 will be held Wednesday, March 22 at 5:00 pm at the Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency, 36 Brennan Street in Watsonville. It is unknown at this time if Public Access to the Board of Directors Meeting will be available via GoToMeeting. Should remote access be available, a link is provided in the agenda. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Santa Margarita Groundwater Agency will meet Thursday, March 23 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Santa Margarita Community Room, 2 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

Fire Protection Organizations

The Aromas Tri-County Fire Protection District Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, March 21 at 6:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

School Boards

The Pacific Elementary School District Board is scheduled to meet Monday, March 21 at 4:00 pm at Pacific Elementary School, 50 Ocean Street in Davenport. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

The Scotts Valley Unified School District Board will meet Tuesday, March 21 at 6:00 pm at Scotts Valley Middle School, Theater Room, 8 Bean Creek Road in ScottsValley. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Santa Cruz City Schools Board of Education will meet Wednesday, March 22 at 6:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the County Office Of Education, Board Room, 400 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Pajaro Valley United School District Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday, March 22 at 6:00 pm at the District Office Boardroom, 294 Green Valley Road in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

Other Organizations

SC METRO will hold Reimagine METRO, an Online Public Forum Tuesday, March 21 at 5:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The County Regional Transportation Commission Measure D Taxpayer Oversight Committee will meet Thursday, March 23 at 6:00 pm at the RTC office, 1101 Pacific Avenue, Suite 250 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 36 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are 3 vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 12 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are 2 vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Weekly Review March 12 – 18

NOTE: With the end of the Covid-19 emergency declaration, many county and city meetings have returned to in-person or hybrid meetings. Unless otherwise noted, meetings are in-person and no longer accessible by remote teleconference.

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, March 11 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Substance Use Disorder Commission will meet Monday, March 13 at 5:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at 1400 Emeline in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday, March 14 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street, Room 525 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

23. Approve appointment of Andy Schiffrin as the Third District Regular Member of the Planning Commission, and approve appointment of Trina Barton as the Third District Alternate Member of the Planning Commission, as recommended by Supervisor Cummings and Supervisor Friend.

Regular Agenda

10. Consider approval in concept of an “Ordinance Adopting Chapter 7.144 of the Santa Cruz County Code to Prohibit the Use of Force Against Children by Individuals and Businesses Engaged in the Transport of Children,” and schedule the ordinance for second reading and final adoption on March 28, 2023, as outlined in the memorandum of the Director of Human Services.
11. Consider adoption of resolution pursuant to Government Code section 7522.56 exempting the hire of an Extra-help Retired Annuitant from the 180 day waiting period as interim staffing support for the Department of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services and the Redevelopment Successor Agency, as outlined in the memorandum of the Director of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services.
12. Conduct a study session to consider CZU recovery permitting progress; direct staff to implement strategies to address rebuilding barriers; and direct staff to provide a path for recovery permit applicants to request review of determinations, as outlined in the memorandum of the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure.

The County Human Services Commission will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 8:30 am at United Way of Santa Cruz County, 4450 Capitola Road, #106, in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Mobile and Manufactured Homes Commission will meet Thursday, March 16 at 9:30 am at the Sheriff’s Office Community Room, 5200 Soquel Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Mental Health Advisory Board will meet Thursday, March 16 at 3:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Health Services Agency, 1400 Emeline Avenue, Building K, Room 206, in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Women’s Commission will meet Thursday, March 16 at 6:00 pm at the Santa Cruz County Governmental Center, Conference Room, 5th Floor, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Zoning Administrator will meet Friday, March 17 at 9:00 am at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, Room 525, County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

20 Plover Circle, Watsonville – – Proposal to construct a 260 square foot addition to an existing three-story single family dwelling. Project includes construction of new deck/patio areas at the first, second, and third level, and replacement of all windows, exterior siding, and roofing material. Requires a Coastal Development Permit and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Project located on the southwest side of Plover Circle approximately 300 feet west of the intersection with Rio Boca in Pajaro Dunes (20 Plover Circle).
200 View Road, Felton – Proposal to establish a new four-bedroom vacation rental at an existing single-family dwelling. Requires a vacation rental permit and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Property is located on View Road in Felton (200 View Road).

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Council will meet Tuesday, March 14 at 12:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

12:00 pm – Closed Session

2:00 pm – Consent Agenda

14. Newell Creek Instream Habitat Restoration – Large Woody Debris Project – Approval of CEQA Exemption, Plans and Specifications, and Authorization to Advertise for Bids and Award Contract.

Public Hearings

15. Appeal of the Transportation and Public Works Commission’s Approval of Parking Removal on Laurel Street as part of the Laurel Street Vision Zero Striping Improvements Plan.
16. 2023-2024 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Annual Action Plan, Amendment to the 2019-2020 HUD, Amendment to the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan, and Amendment to the Citizen Participation Plan.

Oral Communications

Public Hearing

17. Nonresidential Demolition Authorization Permit, Special Use Permit, Design Permit, Lot-line Adjustment, Density Bonus Request, and Heritage Tree Removal Permit to Demolish the Existing Surface Parking Lot and Structures and Construct the Downtown Library Affordable Housing Project, Encompassing Development of a New, Approximately 273,194 Square-Foot, Eight-Story Building Including a Three-story, Approximately 38,069 Square-Foot City Library Featuring Two Floors; a Three-Story Parking Garage with 243 Parking Spaces; a Five-Story, 100% Affordable Housing Component Comprising 124 Residential Units; a Three-Story, Approximately 9,598 Square-Foot Commercial Tenant Space; a One-Story, Approximately 1,231 Square-Foot Childcare Facility with Adjoining 674 Square-Foot Outdoor Play Area; and New Landscaping and Associated Site Improvements, Including Removal of 12 Trees, on Land Located in the CBD/FP-O (Central Business District/Floodplain Overlay Zone Districts) and within the Cedar Street Village Corridor and Pacific Avenue Retail District Subareas of the Downtown Plan (Environmental Review: Statutory Exemption – Section 21083.3 / State CEQA Guidelines Section 15183; Categorical Exemptions Sections 15532 and 15305).

The SC City Zoning Administrator will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 10:00 am at City Hall, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

404 California Street – Slope Development Permit and Watercourse Development Permit to construct stairs, retaining walls, and a patio on slopes exceeding 50 percent and to perform major vegetation removal within the riparian and development setbacks of Laural Creek Reach II on a parcel within the R 1 5 zone district. (Environmental Review: Categorical Exemption)
410 Van Ness Avenue – Design Permit for 415 sq.ft. second story addition to a single family dwelling located on a substandard lot in the R 1 5 (Single Family Residential) zone district. (Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption)

The SC City Historic Preservation Commission will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 7:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in, Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Planning Commission will meet Thursday, March 16 at 7:00 pm at City Hall, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

Municipal Code Amendments to Title 24 – Zoning Ordinance Chapters 24.12 and Chapter 24.22: Parking (PL) and Bicycle Parking Regulations (PW), Including Updates to the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan.

City of Capitola

The Capitola Art and Cultural Commission will meet Tuesday, March 14 at 6:30 pm at City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Capitola Commission on the Environment will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 6:00 pm at Capitola City Hall, Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

4.C. Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area (ESHA) Riparian Vegetation Planting Reimbursement Program

The Capitola Joint City Council and Planning Commission Workshop will meet Thursday, March 16 at 6:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

Citywide Housing Element Work Session – Receive a presentation regarding the Housing Element Update and Sites Inventory

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley City Council will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Scotts Valley Parks & Recreation Commission will meet Thursday, March 16 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Parks Master Plan & Recreation Strategic Plan Update

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville City Council will meet Tuesday, March 14 at 4:30 pm at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Top Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

4:30 pm – Closed Session

5:30 pm – Open Session

Reports to Council

9.b Presentations by Ecology Action of Santa Cruz & Bike Santa Cruz County for the Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Program

Consent Agenda

10.l Pass an uncodified ordinance approving rezoning on Assessor’s Parcel Number 017-161-51 located At 215 Locust Street, Watsonville, California – To allow the permanent establishment of a 525-student charter school for grades 6-12 in an existing 27,000± square-foot building with an 8,500± square-foot mezzanine on a 2.1± acre site, & directing changes to be made on the zoning map of the City of Watsonville.

Public Hearings, Ordinances, & Appeals

12.a Establish in-lieu fee to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) associated with development projects

Water Organizations

The Soquel Creek Water District Water Resources Management and Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 14 is CANCELLED.

The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 7:00 pm at City Council Chambers 275 Main Street, 4th Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

The San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board of Directors will meet Thursday, March 16 at 5:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the SLVWD Conference Room, 12788 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Agency Board of Directors will meet Thursday, March 16 at 6:00 pm at the Capitola Library, 2005 Wharf Road in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

Fire Protection Organizations

The Ben Lomond Fire Protection District Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 9:00 am at the Ben Lomand Firehouse, 9439 Hiway 9 in Ben Lomand. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Fire Department Advisory Commission will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 4:00 pm at CAL FIRE CZU Headquarters, Conference Room, 6059 Highway 9, in Felton. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Pajaro Valley Fire District Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 16 at 5:30 pm at the Pajaro Valley Fire Station, 562 Casserly Road in Watsonville. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

School Boards

The Happy Valley School Board will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 3:30 pm at Happy Valley Elementary School, 3125 Branciforte Drive in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Live Oak School District Governing Board will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 6:00 pm at the Live Oak District Office, Board Room, 984-1 Bostwick Lane in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Soquel Union Elementary School District Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm at the Soquel Union Elementary School District Sandra Wallace Board Room, 620 Monterey Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Bonny Doon Union Elementary School District Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, March 16 at 5:30 pm at the District Office, Library, 1492 Pine Flat Road in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

Other Organizations

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District Board of Directors meeting scheduled for Wednesday, march 15 is CANCELLED.

The County RTC Transportation Policy Workshop scheduled for Thursday, March 16 is CANCELLED.

The County RTC Interagency Technical Advisory Committee will meet Thursday, March 16 at 1:30 pm at the RTC Conference Room, 1101 Pacific Ave, Suite#250 in Santa Cruz Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC METRO Reimagine METRO Online Public Forum scheduled for Tuesday, March 14 has been POSTPONED TO MARCH 21.

The State of the San Lorenzo River Symposium will be held Saturday, March 18 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center Street in Santa Cruz, and a tour of the San Lorenzo River lagoon at 12:30 pm. Click HERE for information.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 37 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are 3 vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 2 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are no vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Weekly Review March 5 – 11

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, March 4 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Arts Commission will meet Monday, March 6 at 4:30 pm at Simpkins Family Swim Center, 979 17th Avenue, in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Mental Health Advisory Board Budget Committee will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 4:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Health Services Agency, 1400 Emeline Avenue, Room 207 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Commission on Justice and Gender is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 9 at 12:00 pm. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

The County Commission on Disabilities meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 9 is CANCELLED

The County Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Commission is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 9 at 12:30 pm. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting. Location to be determined. Contact sgreene@ucsc.edu for location.

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Water Street Bridge Ad Hoc Committee on Water Street Bridge Plaque will hold a Community Meeting Sunday, March 5 at 1:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The Water Street Bridge Ad Hoc Committee is in the process of putting together a recommendation for a historical plaque on the Water Street Bridge. The plaque is to memorialize May 2, 1877 lynching in Santa Cruz and acknowledge this incident in the context of early California history.

The SC City Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a Retreat Monday, March 6 at 1:30 pm at the Courtyard Conference Room, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The SC City Parks & Recreation Commission will meet Monday, March 6 at 4:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Strategic Plan 2023-25 – Review and provide feedback to the department on the parks and recreation strategic plan for the years 2023 through 2025.

The SC City Board of Building and Fire Appeals will meet Monday, March 6 at 7:00 pm at the Planning Department conference room – first floor, room 107, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Water Commission will meet Monday, March 6 at 7:00 pm at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City CORE Community Meeting on Tobacco Product Waste will meet Tuesday, March 7 at 10:00 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The SC City Sister Cities Committee will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 4:00 pm at the Planning Department Redwood Conference Room, Room 101, County Governmental Center, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Arts Commission will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 6:00 pm at City Hall, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Children’s Fund Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 9 is POSTPONED.

The SC City Water Street Bridge Ad Hoc Committee on Water Street Bridge Plaque will hold a Community Meeting Thursday, March 9 at 5:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The Water Street Bridge Ad Hoc Committee is in the process of putting together a recommendation for a historical plaque on the Water Street Bridge. The plaque is to memorialize May 2, 1877 lynching in Santa Cruz and acknowledge this incident in the context of early California history.

City of Capitola

The Capitola City Council will meet Thursday, March 9 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board will hold a Special Meeting Tuesday, March 7 at 1:00 pm at the Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will meet Thursday, March 9 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearing Agenda

2980 El Rancho Road – Renewal for Existing Cellular Facility – Consideration of renewal to a Use Permit application for the continued operation of a wireless facility at the above location. The 58-foot cellular monopole located in a Commercial Professional Zone.
222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite I – Establishment of a Wine Bar and Cellar – Consideration of a Use permit to allow a 1,977± square-foot, wine bar and cellar in an existing building located in the Commercial Shopping Center zone.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville Parks & Recreation Commission will meet Monday, March 6 at 6:30 pm at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Top Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Watsonville Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 7 is CANCELLED.

Water Organizations

The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency Admin/Finance Committee will meet Tuesday, March 7 at 3:00 pm at PV Water, 36 Brennan Street in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Soquel Creek Water District Board of Directors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 7 is CANCELLED.

Fire Protection Organizations

The Felton Fire Protection District Board of Directors will meet Monday, March 6 at 6:00 pm at the Felton Fire Station Meeting Room, 131 Kirby Street in Felton. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Central Fire District Board of Directors will meet Thursday, March 9 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Administration Office, 930 17th Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

School Boards

The Mountain Elementary School District Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, March 7 at 5:00 pm at Mountain Elementary School, 3042 Old San Jose Road in Soquel. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Scotts Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, March 7 at 6:00 pm at the Scotts Valley Middle School Theater Room, 8 Bean Creek Road in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Santa Cruz City Schools Board of Education will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 6:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the County Office of Education, Board Room, 400 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Pajaro Valley United School District Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 7:00 pm at the District Office Boardroom, 292 Green Valley Road in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

Other Organizations

The Santa Cruz Port Commission will hold a Public Hearing Monday, March 6 at 5:30 pm at at the Harbor Meeting Room, 365 A Lake Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for information.

Creation of a district-based electoral system pursuant to elections – Public Hearings to receive community input on communities of interest, District maps and election sequencing for the formation of five election divisions for elections commencing with the General Election in November 2024.

The Central Coast Community Energy Operations Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 10:30 am in a hybrid meeting available online or at the Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main Street, Suite 100, Meeting Room in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, March 8 at 6:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at City of Capitola Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Road in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

6. ACTION ITEMS
- 6.1. Consider Candidates and vote for Special District Regular Member on LAFCO Board

The California Coastal Commission will meet Wednesday, March 8 through Thursday, March 9 at 9:00 am each day, in a hybrid meeting at Oceano Hotel & Spa, 280 Capistrano Road, in Half Moon Bay. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda Items include:

Central Coast

Local Coastal Programs (LCPs)

17 b. City of Capitola LCP Amendment No. LCP-3-CAP-22-0060-2 Part A (Zoning Code Updates). Public hearing to determine whether the Commission concurs with the Executive Director’s determination that the request by the City of Capitola to amend its certified LCP Implementation Plan to conduct a zoning code cleanup is de minimis and thus should be approved as submitted, and if the Commission objects to such determination, possible action to extend the deadline for final Commission action on the amendment.

New Appeals

18 a. Appeal No. A-3-SCO-23-0003 (Cauwels Armoring, Santa Cruz Co.) – Appeal by Thomas Mader and Commissioners Escalante and Hart from Santa Cruz County decision granting CDP to Mark and Suzanne Cauwels to recognize shoreline armoring on the coastal bluff adjacent to Geoffroy Drive, including slope stabilization, drainage infrastructure, and related development previously authorized under County Emergency CDP at 70 Geoffroy Drive in the Live Oak area of Santa Cruz County. (NC-SC) (Note: The Commission’s enforcement division has opened an investigation into potential Coastal Act violations associated with this item and site, as is explained further in the staff report.)

The County RTC Budget and Administration/Personnel (BAP) Committee will meet Thursday, March 9 at 1:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the RTC Office, 1101 Pacific Avenue, Suite 250 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (Metro) Personnel/Human Resources Standing Committee will meet Friday, March 10 at 1:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at METRO Admin Offices, 110 Vernon Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 37 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are no vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 2 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are no vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Santa Cruz Online Weekly Review February 26 – March 4

NOTE: Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced the COVID-19 state of emergency in California will end Feb. 28. As Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, many county and city meetings will return to in-person meetings. Check meeting agendas for specific instructions for public participation.

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, February 25 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday, February 28 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at Supervisors Chambers, County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

25. Approve the nomination of Supervisor Cummings to the California Coastal Commission and direct the Chairperson to submit nomination to the Speaker of the Assembly within the 45-day application period, as recommended by Supervisor Cummings.
26. Accept notification of at-large vacancies on various County Advisory bodies, with nominations for appointment to be received on March 14, 2023, and final appointments to be considered on March 28, 2023, as recommended by Chair Friend.
40. Adopt resolution accepting unanticipated revenue in the amount of $291,016 from donations collected by County Park Friends for the Reimagining Willowbrook Park Project for the Playground and Flagpole Area projects, and take related actions, as recommended by the Director of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services.
46. Ratify the Extension of Time and Addendum No. 2 to the Option to Buy Agreement dated November 12, 2021, to retain the exclusive option to purchase real property located at 188 Whiting, APN 051-042-01; and authorize the Auditor-Controller Treasurer Tax Collector to appropriate, encumber and pay the funds to effectuate the contracts, as recommended by the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure.
49. Adopt resolution approving the Project Specific Maintenance Agreement between the State and the County of Santa Cruz for green bike lane striping and pavement markings at the intersection of State Route 152 and Holohan Road within the State right of way, and take related actions, as recommended by the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure.

Regular Agenda

8. Consider the General Fund Mid-Year Budget Report with updated estimates for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 and update on FY 2023-24 impacts; adopt resolution accepting unanticipated General Fund revenue in the amount of $4,500,000 from the Property Tax Loss Reserve Fund, $860,000 from increased Transient Occupancy Tax, and $147,488 from prior year “other” revenue, and providing for various appropriations including $2,000,000 in storm disaster response costs; adopt resolution cancelling General Fund revenue in the amount of $1,500,000 from Cannabis Business Taxes and $1,150,000 from Sales Taxes; approve addition of 1.0 full-time equivalent Code Compliance Investigator III for vacation rental enforcement in Community Development and Infrastructure; and take related actions, as outlined in the memorandum of the County Administrative Officer.
9. Public hearing to consider resolution authorizing the issuance of Santa Cruz County Capital Financing Authority Lease Revenue Bonds 2023 Series A in a not-to-exceed amount of $18,000,000, and take related actions, as outlined in the memorandum of the County Administrative Officer.
11. Consider report by the County Administrative Office and Office of Response, Recovery and Resilience on Operational Area Alert and Warning best practices, Public Information and Social Media Communications, approve recommended technology platform for further consideration and direct the Office of Response, Recovery and Resilience to return on or before March 28, 2023, with a contract, as outlined in the memorandum of the County Administrative Officer.

The Workforce Development Board Executive Committee will meet Wednesday, March 1 at 8:30 am in an in-person meeting at the Workforce Santa Cruz County Career Center Training Rooms 2 & 3, 18 West Beach Street in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

First District Supervisor Manu Koenig will hold Office Hours Wednesday, March 1 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Sheriff’s Center, 5200 Soquel Avenue in Santa Cruz.

The County Housing Advisory Commission will meet Wednesday, March 1 at 1:00 pm in an in-person meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, Room 525, County Government Center, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

6. Annual Progress Report on the General Plan Housing Element

The County Integrated Waste Management Local Task Force will meet Thursday, March 2 at 3:00 pm in an in-person meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 701 Ocean Street, 5th Floor in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Sanitation District Board of Directors will meet Thursday, March 2 at 4:45 pm in a hybrid meeting at the D.A. Porath Sanitation Facility, 2750 Lode Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

13. 2023-24 sewer service charges notice of public hearing – Consider setting a public hearing on adoption, in concept, of an ordinance setting the 2023-24 sewer service charges and directing the District Engineer to prepare said ordinance and to mail the Notice of Public Hearing to all affected property owners.

The County Zoning Administrator will meet Friday, March 3 at 9:00 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

375 Beach Drive Aptos – Proposal to remodel an existing single-family dwelling to include a conversion of a pantry to a bathroom, changes to windows and balcony materials, and the enclosure of a 91 square foot balcony on the rear of the home. The proposed bathroom conversion would expand the non-conforming portion of the structure, constructed within the 5-foot east side yard setback, by approximately two square feet. Project requires a Coastal Development Permit, a Variance to the side yard setback, and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Property is located on the inland side of Beach Drive, approximately 0.4 miles south of the intersection of Rio Del Mar Boulevard and Beach Drive (375 Beach Drive).
105 Treetop Drive Santa Cruz – Proposal to establish a new, four-bedroom vacation rental in an existing single family dwelling. Requires a Level V Vacation Rental Permit and a determination that the proposal is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Property is located on Treetop Road in Santa Cruz (105 Treetop Rd.).
175 12th Avenue Santa Cruz – Proposal to construct a 133 square foot addition to an existing single-story single-family dwelling. Requires a Coastal Development Permit, a Minor Exception to the site standard for a 10 foot separation between structures to 8 feet 6 inches, and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under CEQA. Property is on the northwest side of 12th Avenue (175 12th Ave), approximately 994 feet southwest of East Cliff Drive, in the Live Oak Planning Area.

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Transportation and Public Works Commission will meet Monday, February 27 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

4. Appeal of Red Curb Installation at 1210 Ocean Street – Public Hearing
5. Appeal of Red Curb Installation at 1111 Ocean Street – Public Hearing
6. Bay Street Bike Lane Separated Corridor – Transportation Manager will brief the commission on a series of projects under development to create a separated bike lane corridor along Bay Street between High Street and West Cliff Drive. The individual projects will return to the commission when they are under design. Commissioner feedback is requested to identify important design or community features for the overall corridor vision.

The SC City Council will meet Tuesday, February 28 at 1:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at Santa Cruz City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

1:30 pm – Closed Session

2:45 pm – Regular Session

12. Living Wage Rate Annual Prescription for Fiscal Year 2024 – Resolution upwardly indexing the prescribed minimum living wage rate by 6.4%, the amount which corresponds to San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward Area Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, for the period ending October 31, 2022, to become effective July 1, 2023; and rescinding Resolution No. NS-29,996.
17. Approval of Amendment to Marketing Contract – Go Santa Cruz Downtown Employee Transportation Demand Management Program.

Consent Public Hearings

21. 2nd Reading and Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-03 Amending Chapter 5.10 of the Municipal Code Related to the Annual Living Wage Adjustment Index.
22. 2nd Reading and Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-04 for Sidewalk Vending Administrative Amendments and Program Update

General Business

23. West Cliff Update, Temporary Traffic Control Efforts, and Traffic Control Next Steps

Public Hearing

24. Resolution to Annex Parcels at 538 Center Street into Parking District No. 1.

Oral Communications

The County Workforce Development Board Executive Committee will meet Tuesday, March 1 at 8:30 am in an in-person meeting at the Workforce Santa Cruz County Career Center, Training Rooms 2 & 3, 18 W. Beach Street in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

The SC City Zoning Administrator will meet Wednesday, March 1 at 10:00 am in an in-person meeting. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

515 Cedar Street – Major Modification to Administrative Use Permit 03-218 and Design Permit for additions to an existing two-story restaurant located in the CBD (Central Business District) zone district and within the Cedar Street Village Area of the Downtown Plan. (Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption)

The SC City Planning Commission will meet Thursday, March 2 at 7:00 pm in an in-person meeting at City Council Chambers, City Hall, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

Oral Communications

Consent Agenda

Municipal Code Amendment: Parking and Bicycle Parking Regulations City Wide Amendment to Municipal Code Title 24 – Zoning Ordinance sections 24.12 (Parts 3, 11, 16 and 17) and Chapter 24.22 to update bicycle parking requirements, incorporate recent changes to state law relating to automobile parking standards, and clarify other existing standards and add new definitions. Chapter 24.12 Part 3 is part of the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan (LCP IP) and will require approval by the California Coastal Commission prior to taking effect inside the Coastal Zone (CEQA: Exempt under CEQA Guidelines 15061(b)(3)).

General Business – Public Hearings

4. Rail Trail-Segments 8 & 9 – Design Permit, Slope Modification/Variance, Watercourse Variance, and Coastal Permit to construct Segments 8 and 9 of the Coastal Rail Trail, a 2.2 mile bicycle and pedestrian system extending along the railroad corridor (owned by the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission) from the Beach Street/Pacific Avenue roundabout on the west, to the eastern side of 17th Avenue on the east and excluding the recently constructed San Lorenzo River Trestle Bridge Improvements (Citywide) (Environmental Determination: Environmental Impact Report) (City of Santa Cruz/Filed: 8/10/22) This project requires a Coastal Permit which is appealable to the California Coastal Commission after all possible appeals are exhausted through the City. Appeals shall be processed in accordance with Section 24.04.180 et seq. of the Santa Cruz Municipal Code.
5. 514, 516, 518, 524, and 530 Front St. Recommendation to City Council on Lot Line Adjustment, Non‑Residential Demolition Authorization Permit, Special Use Permit, Design Permit, Additional Height request, Density Bonus request, Revocable License for Outdoor Extension Area, and Heritage Tree Removal Permit to demolish existing commercial buildings, reconfigure four lots into one, remove five heritage trees, and construct a mixed‑use building with 276 residential dwelling units (including a 50% density bonus) and 6,865 square feet of commercial space, with Design Variations to Downtown Plan Development Standards, on a site in the CBD/F‑P/FP‑O (Central Business District/Floodplain/Floodplain Overlay) zone district and within the Front Street Riverfront Area of the Downtown Plan. The project requires approval of a Section 408 Permit from the US Army Corps of Engineers to allow for the placement of fill between the levee and the proposed building and to allow for the development of an outdoor extension area adjacent to the Riverwalk path. (Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption)

City of Capitola

The Capitola Temporary Village Parking Committee will meet Tuesday, February 28 at 6:00 pm in an in-person meeting at Capitola City Hall, Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Capitola City Council will hold a Special Workshop Wednesday, March 1 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

FY 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget Report

The Capitola Historical Museum Board of Trustees is scheduled to meet Thursday, March 2 at 5:30 pm in an in-person meeting at the City Hall Community Room, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. The agenda may be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

The Capitola Planning Commission will meet Thursday, March 2 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at Capitola City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public hearing item 5.D for 4401 Capitola Road will be heard at 7 p.m. sharp.

Consent Calendar

4.A. 203 Esplanade – Coastal Development Permit and Historic Alteration Permit for window replacement at Zelda’s Restaurant located at 203 Esplanade in the Mixed Used Village (MU-V) zoning district. Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption

Public Hearings

5.A. 2000 Wharf Road – Rispin Park Project – Conditional Use Permit, Historic Alteration Permit, and Coastal Development Permit for a public park located within the P/OS (Parks and Open Space) zoning district and VS (Visitor Serving) overlay district. This project is in the Coastal Zone and requires a Coastal Development Permit which is appealable to the California Coastal Commission after all possible appeals are exhausted through the City. Environmental Determination: EIR Addendum
5.B. 207, 209, 209A, 211 Esplanade – Guidance on Emergency Coastal Development Permit and future Historic Alteration Permit and Design Permit for façade modifications at 207, 209, 209A, and 211 Esplanade. Environmental Determination: N/A
5.C. 520 Riverview Drive – Design Permit and Accessory Dwelling Unit Permit to remodel a two-story residence, construct an attached ADU, and Variance request for the required minimum setbacks. The project is located within the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) zoning district. This project is in the Coastal Zone and requires a Coastal Development Permit which is not appealable to the California Coastal Commission. Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption
5.D. 4401 Capitola Road – This item will be heard at 7 pm sharp. – Design Permit, Conditional Use Permit, Density Bonus, and Coastal Development Permit request for a 36-unit, 100% affordable housing project on an approximate 0.81-acre site on the northeast corner of Capitola Road and 44th Avenue. The project includes a mix of 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartment units, configured in two 3-story buildings. The project includes a density bonus request pursuant to California Government Code sections 65915 – 65918. Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption 15332 – In-fill Development

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley City Council will meet Wednesday, March 1 at 6:00 pm in an hybrid meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission will hold a Special Meeting Thursday, March 2 at 5:30 pm in an in-person meeting. Click HERE for the agenda.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville City Council will meet Tuesday, February 28 at 5:30 pm in an in-person meeting at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Top Floor, in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

Water Organizations

The Scotts Valley Water District Engineering and Water Resources Committee will meet Monday, February 27 at 4:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the District Conference Room, 2 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

Fire Protection Organizations

No meetings scheduled.

School Boards

The Live Oak School District Governing Board is scheduled to meet March 1 at 6:00 pm at the Live Oak District Office, Board Room, 984-1 Bostwick Lane in Santa Cruz. The agenda will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

The Soquel Union Elementary School District Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday, March 1 at 6:30 pm in an in-person meeting at the District Office Board Room, 620 Monterey Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda.

Other Organizations

The 14th District Agricultural Association Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, February 28 at 1:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Fine Arts Building, 2601 E Lake Avenue in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Old Business

Resolution Establishing Hire Date and Salary Range for Interim CEO

The Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Cruz County (LAFCO) will meet Wednesday, March 1 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 701 Ocean Street, Room 525 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

5.a. “County Service Area 54 Dissolution” – The Commission will consider the mandatory dissolution of CSA 54 in accordance with Government Code Section 56036. If approved, a Notice of Exemption will be recorded to fulfill the requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act.
5.b. “Monroe Avenue / Kathy Brunk Extraterritorial Service Agreement” – The Commission will consider the approval of an extraterritorial service agreement with the Santa Cruz County Sanitation District. If approved, a Notice of Exemption will be recorded to fulfill the requirements under the California Environmental Quality Act.

The County Regional Transportation Commission will meet Thursday, March 2 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 701 Ocean Street, Room 525 in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

23. Watsonville to Santa Cruz Multimodal Corridor Program Update

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, march 2 is CANCELLED.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 35 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are 2 vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 12 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are no vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Weekly Review February 19 – 25

NOTE: Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced the COVID-19 state of emergency in California will end Feb. 28. As Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, many county and city meetings will return to hybrid meetings or in-person meetings only. Check meeting agendas for specific instructions for public participation.

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, February 18 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Seniors Commission will meet Tuesday, February 21 at 12:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Cities Association City Selection Committee will meet Tuesday, February 21 at 1:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

In any county in which two or more cities are incorporated there is a city selection committee for the purpose of appointing city representatives to boards, commissions, and agencies as required by law. The membership of each such city selection committee shall consist of the mayor or the mayor’s designee of each city within the county.

The County Planning Commission will meet Wednesday, February 22 at 9:30 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

1000 Bonny Doon Road and 443 Smith Grade Road, Santa Cruz – Proposal to transfer approximately 105 acres from APN 063-132-08 to parcel 063-121-07 and to rezone that portion of transferred lands from M-3 (Mineral Extraction Industrial) to TP (Timber Production). Requires a Lot Line Adjustment, Timber Production Adjacency Rezoning, and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz Board of Commissioners will meet Wednesday, February 22 at 11:30 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Commission will meet Friday, February 24 at 1:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Public Safety Committee is scheduled to meet Wednesday, February 22 at 4:00 pm. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

The SC City Planning Commission will meet Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

113 and 119 Lincoln Street – Nonresidential Demolition Authorization Permit, Special Use Permit, Design Permit, and Lot-Line Adjustment to demolish the existing surface parking lot and structures and construct the Library Mixed-Use/Affordable Housing Project, encompassing development of a new, approximately 273,194 square-foot, eight story building integrating a three story, approximately 38,069 square-foot City library featuring two floors double heighted with elevated ceilings; a three-story parking garage with 243 parking spaces; a five story, 100% affordable housing component comprising 124 residential units; a three story, approximately 9,598 square-foot commercial tenant space; a one story, approximately 1,231 square-foot childcare facility with adjoining 674 square-foot outdoor play area; and new landscaping and associated site improvements on land located in the CBD/FP-O (Central Business District/Floodplain Overlay) zone districts and within the Cedar Street Village Corridor and Pacific Avenue Retail District Subareas of the Downtown Plan.

City of Capitola

The Capitola Finance Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, February 21 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Capitola City Council will meet Thursday, February 23 at 6:00 pm in an in-person meeting at City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

5:10 pm – Closed Session

6:00 pm – Regular Meeting

General Government / Public Hearings

9.A. Wharf Update and Termination of Local Emergency
9.C. Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Area Riparian Vegetation Planting Reimbursement Program – Approve a reimbursement program to award one-time grants in an amount not-to-exceed $300 per eligible applicant to plant and maintain native riparian vegetation on areas immediately adjacent to Soquel Creek and Noble Gulch, and find the project is exempt from CEQA under CEQA Guidelines Section 15333, small habitat restoration projects.

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley Parks and Recreation Commission will meet Thursday, February 23 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville City Council will meet Tuesday, February 21 at 4:30 pm in an in-person meeting at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Top Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda. Agenda items include:

4:30 pm – Closed Session

5:30 pm – Regular Session

7.a. Motion authorizing City Attorney to sign on to Amicus Brief prepared by City of Santa Cruz and filed in support of petitioner/appellants in Grant Park Neighborhood Association vs. CA Department of Public Health.

Public Hearings

9.a. Establishment of a vehicle miles traveled in lieu fee – (This item was previously published in the newspaper to be heard, but has since been removed from the agenda and will be considered at a future meeting. A new public hearing notice will be published in the newspaper)
9.b. Consideration of comprehensive financial report and mid-year report for FY 2022-23

Water Organizations

The Soquel Creek Water District Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, February 21 at 5:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Sexual Harassment Prevention/Respectful Workplace Training – 5:00 pm

Regular Agenda 7:10 pm – Closed Session

Regular Session – 7:30 pm

The Central Water District Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, February 21 at 7:00 pm in an in-person meeting at the District Office, 400 Cox Road in Aptos. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency Projects & Facility Operations Committee will meet Wednesday, February 22 at 3:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

Fire Protection Organizations

The Boulder Creek Fire Protection District Board of Directors will hold a Special Meeting Monday, February 20 at 12:00 pm in an in-person meeting at the Boulder Creek Fire Protection District Fire Hall, 13230 Central Avenue in Boulder Creek. Click HERE for the agenda.

The Santa Cruz Port Commission will hold a Special Meeting Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Harbor Public Meeting Room, 365 A Lake Avenue in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 33 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are no vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 12 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are no vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.

Weekly Review February 12 – 18 Addendum

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13 is CANCELLED.

Other Organizations

The Santa Cruz Port District will hold a Special Public Budget Session Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 pm at the Harbor Public Meeting Room, 365 A Lake Avenue, in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda.

Weekly Review February 12 – 18

NOTE: Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced the COVID-19 state of emergency in California will end Feb. 28. As Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, many county and city meetings will return to hybrid meetings or in-person meetings only. Check meeting agendas for specific instructions for public participation.

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, February 11 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the Santa Cruz Online website.

County of Santa Cruz

The County Emergency Medical Care Commission will meet Monday, February 13 at 9:00 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

8. State’s COVID-19 Emergency ends February 28, 2023 – EMCC meetings will go back to in-person meetings beginning March 20, 2023.

The County Animal Shelter Board of Directors will meet Monday, February 13 at 11:00 am in an in-person meeting at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, 4th Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda.

The County Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 9:00 am in a hybrid meeting at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Governmental Center, 701 Ocean Street, 5th Floor in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

13. Adopt “Uncodified Ordinance of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Amending Ordinance 5423 Related to the Effective Date of Amendments to the Santa Cruz County Code Chapter 13.10 as part of the Sustainability Policy and Regulatory Update of 2022” (approved in concept January 31, 2023)
14. Accept and file status report on the County of Santa Cruz American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Recovery Plan, continue the freeze of previously identified ARPA uses, and direct the County Administrative Office to return bi-annually beginning August 8, 2023, with updates, as recommended by the County Administrative Officer
35. Adopt resolution amending Resolution 279-75 to authorize the creation of a hiring incentive program for County Lifeguards, and take related actions, as recommended by the Director of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services and the Director of Personnel
37. Accept and approve engineer’s report for proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 increased assessment rates for County Service Area (CSA) No. 40 Ralston Way, adopt resolution setting the public hearing for April 11, 2023, adopt resolution of intention to authorize and levy increased assessments, and take related actions, as recommended by the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure

Regular Agenda

7. Consider approval of plans, specifications and engineer’s estimate for the Soquel Drive Buffered Bike Lane and Congestion Mitigation project; set bid opening for 2:15 p.m. on March 16, 2023; direct Community Development and Infrastructure to return by April 25, 2023, with a recommendation for award of the contract, and take related actions, as outlined in the memorandum of the Deputy CAO/Director of Community Development and Infrastructure
9. Consider presentation and update on the invasive Aedes mosquitoes found in Santa Cruz County in October 2022, as outlined in the memorandum of the Agricultural Commissioner

The County Syringe Services Program Advisory Commission will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Deferred Compensation Advisory Commission will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 1:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Assessment Appeals Board will meet Thursday, February 16 at 9:00 am in an in-person meeting at the County Governmental Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 5th Floor, 701 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda

The County Mental Health Advisory Board will meet Thursday, February 16 at 3:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at the Health Services Agency, 1400 Emeline Avenue, Building K, Room 207, in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County Women’s Commission will meet Thursday, February 16 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

First District Supervisor Manu Koening will hold a Town Hall – Loma Prieta School, The Forum, Thursday, February 16 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meet at Loma Prieta School, 23800 Summit Road in Los Gatos. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The County Zoning Administrator will meet Friday, February 17 at 9:00 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

1. 165 Robin Meadow Lane, Watsonville – Proposal to install an 85-foot monopine Wireless Communication Facility with related ground equipment. Requires a Commercial Development Permit, a Variance to reduce a 20-foot side yard setback to approximately three feet, and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Property located on the west side of Robin Meadow Lane and north side of Wheelock Road at 165 Robin Meadow Lane in Watsonville.
2. 68 Forest Road, Mount Hermon – Proposal to construct a 151 square foot second-floor addition to include a 119 square foot laundry room and to extend the master bedroom by 2 feet, to revise the pitch of the roof and to add a deck at the rear of an approved replacement dwelling (under construction, building permit B-205070). Project requires a Variance to decrease the second story front yard setback from 20 feet to 18 feet (portion) and 11 feet 6 inches (portion), to allow for an increase in height at the rear of the dwelling from 28 feet to 31 feet 10 inches, and to decrease the side setback from 5 feet to 2 feet 5/8 inches for a deck support post. Property on north side of Forest Road and approximately 248 feet from the intersection of Buckeye Road and Forest Road (68 Forest Road, Mt Hermon).
3. Proposal to operate a new four-bedroom vacation rental at an existing single-family dwelling. Project requires a Vacation Rental Permit and a determination that the project is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is also required. Property is located on Skyward Drive in Aptos (950 Skyward Drive)

City of Santa Cruz

The SC City Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, February 13 is CANCELLED.

SC City Community Conversations – West Cliff Drive will meet Monday, February 13 at 5:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The City of Santa Cruz will present information about damages to West Cliff Drive, the Adaptation and Management Plan, and the recovery efforts.

The SC City Council will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 12:30 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street in Santa Cruz. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

12:30 pm Closed Session

1:30 pm Regular Session

Consent Agenda

7. Opioid Settlement Fund Agreement – Stakeholder Group – authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the County of Santa Cruz to establish a Stakeholder Group with City participation in defining priorities for the use of opioid settlement funds in the County.
21. Resolution to Apply for U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation Funds – Resolution authorizing the submittal, acceptance, and appropriation of a U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation grant under the WaterSMART Water Recycling and Desalination Planning funding opportunity for FY 2023.

Consent Public Hearing

24. 2nd Reading and Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-02 Amending Section 2.40.011 of the Santa Cruz Municipal Code Related to the Process of Appointments to City Commissions – Adopt Ordinance No. 2023-02 amending Section 2.40.011 of the Santa Cruz Municipal Code and transitioning the appointments to specific advisory bodies from at-large to directly nominated by each Council District and the Mayor.

Public Hearing

25. Resolution of Intent to annex remaining parcels at 538 Center Street (Assessors Parcel Numbers 005-148-17, 005-148-21 and 005-148-24) into Parking District No. 1.

General Business

27. Response to 2021 Independent Police Auditor Report – Receive a follow-up summary from the Santa Cruz Police Department (SCPD) in response to the 2021 Independent Police Auditor Report.

29. Sidewalk Vending Ordinance Administrative Amendments and Program Update –
- 1) Introduce for publication an ordinance amending Santa Cruz Municipal Code (SCMC) Chapter 5.82 (“Sidewalk Vending”); and
- 2) Accept the Sidewalk Vending Program update.

6:30 pm General Business

30. Mid-Year Update

The Santa Cruz City Zoning Administrator will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 10:00 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

107 Rockridge Court – Design Permit to add 34 square feet to an existing 3,542 square foot home resulting in an increase in a large home in the R-1-5 (Single Family Residence) zone district. (Environmental Determination: Categorical Exemption)

City of Capitola

The Capitola Art & Cultural Commission will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 6:30 pm in an in-person meeting at Capitola City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue, in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Capitola Commission on the Environment will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 6:00 pm in an in-person meeting at Capitola City Hall, Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue in Capitola. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Use of Green Building Funds

The City of Capitola Housing Element Update – Virtual Public Workshop will be held Thursday, February 16 at 6:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for information and instructions for public participation.

The City of Capitola is in the process of updating the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The Housing Element is a part of the City’s General Plan and includes goals, policies, and programs for adequately housing our future population.

City of Scotts Valley

The Scotts Valley City Council will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 6:00 pm in a hybrid meeting at City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearing(s) (To be heard after 6:30 p.m.)

Public Hearing for Community Development Business Assistance Grants (CDBG) contract. – Per the requirements of the CDBG contract, the City is required to hold a public hearing to review the Final Grantee Performance Report (attached) and to review the past use of funds and program performance for the City of Scotts Valley Community Development Block Grant Program contract 20-CDBG-CV2-3-00291. This agreement with the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development also requires the City to solicit citizen input regarding the outcome and accomplishments of the funding received under this contract.

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 16 is CANCELLED.

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission will meet Thursday, February 16 at 5:00 pm in an in-person meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive in Scotts Valley. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

City of Watsonville

The Watsonville Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 6:00 pm in an in-person meeting at City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Top Floor in Watsonville. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Public Hearings

5.a. Special Use Permit to allow for the establishment of an off-sale general (type 21 abc license) under new ownership for an existing 2,448± square-foot liquor store located at 1823 Freedom Boulevard.
5.b. Special Use Permit with environmental review to allow for the establishment of a 1,200± square foot deli with 200± square foot dedicated sales area in a portion of an industrial building with a commercial kitchen under construction located at 10 Hangar Way, and finding the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)

Water Organizations

The Soquel Creek Water District Public Outreach Committee will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 10:30 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Soquel Creek Water District Water Resources Management and Infrastructure Committee will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 4:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The San Lorenzo Water District Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Thursday, February 16 at 5:30 pm by remote teleconference. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

Fire Protection Organizations

The Ben Lomond Fire Protection District Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 9:00 am in an in-person meeting at the Ben Lomand Firehouse, 9439 Hiway 9, in Ben Lomand. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

Other Organizations

The County RTC Bicycle Advisory Committee will meet Monday, February 13 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

8. Approve Letter of Support for grant application for Coastal Rail Trail funds

Regular Agenda

10. Coastal Rail Trail Segment 12 design – provide input – Sarah Christensen, Senior Transportation Engineer, and Zach Siviglia, engineering consultant

The County RTC Elderly & Disabled Transportation Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, February 14 at 11:30 am by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation. Agenda items include:

Consent Agenda

11. a. Support for Zero Emission Rail Transit & Trail Project Letter from the E&D TAC

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District Board of Directors will hold a Special Meeting Wednesday, February 15 at 1:30 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District Board of Directors will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 1:30 pm, following the Special Meeting, by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The Metro Advisory Committee will meet Wednesday, February 15 at 6:00 pm by remote teleconference. Click HERE for the agenda and instructions for public participation.

The County RTC Transportation Policy Workshop scheduled for Thursday, February 16 is CANCELLED.

The County RTC Interagency Technical Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet Thursday, February 16 at 1:30 pm. The agenda and instructions for public participation will be available HERE 72 hours before the meeting.

Commission and Advisory Bodies Vacancies

There are 33 vacancies on County Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointment to a County advisory body. Click HERE for the County Membership Roster For Active Commissions, Committees, Task Forces And Advisory Bodies
There are no vacancies on the Santa Cruz City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Santa Cruz City Advisory Body vacancies.
There are no vacancies on Capitola Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of Capitola Advisory Body vacancies.
There are 12 vacancies on Scotts Valley City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.
There are 2 vacancies on Watsonville City Commissions and Advisory Bodies. Click HERE for the list of vacancies. Click HERE for instructions to apply for appointments.

The information on Santa Cruz Online is valid at the time of publication. Click HERE to contact the webmaster with corrections or additions.