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Backyard burn pile Fire Departments Government 

Mandatory Residential Burn Permits Coming to Unincorporated Santa Cruz County

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Starting December 1, 2025, residents in the unincorporated areas of Santa Cruz County will need a CAL FIRE Residential Burn Permit to conduct any backyard debris burning. The new requirement, announced jointly by Santa Cruz County and the CAL FIRE San Mateo–Santa Cruz Unit (CAL FIRE CZU), standardizes burn regulations countywide and marks a significant shift from past practices. Residential… Read More
Big Basin Water Company Boulder Creek Government Local News Water 

Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for Big Basin Water Company Customers

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The court-appointed receiver for Big Basin Water Company, Inc., Serviam by Wright LLP, together with Monica Martinez, Santa Cruz County Supervisor for District 5, will host a hybrid-format Town Hall meeting on Monday, Nov. 17 at 6pm to update customers on the company’s efforts to restore and stabilize water service in the region. Attorney and Project Manager Nicolas L. Jaber… Read More
Road repair Santa Cruz Mountains Government Infrastructure Local News 

Town Hall to Focus on Road Repairs and Recovery in the San Lorenzo Valley

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BEN LOMOND — San Lorenzo Valley residents will have a chance to get the latest updates on local road conditions, storm recovery efforts, and upcoming transportation projects at a public Town Hall hosted by Supervisor Monica Martinez on Thursday, November 13, at 6 pm. The event, called the District 5 “State of the Roads” Town Hall, will take place at… Read More
Felton Fire Protection District Department Fire Departments Government 

Felton Fire to Hold Special Meeting on Proposed Parcel Tax

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By Mary Andersen The Felton Fire Protection District (FFPD) has scheduled a special Board of Directors meeting for Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss a proposed $700 flat parcel tax that could significantly impact Felton residents, renters, and business owners. The meeting, expected to draw a large crowd, will take place in the FFPD Training Room at… Read More
Connie Moreno Peraza Santa Cruz County Health Services Department Government Local News 

Connie Moreno-Peraza Named New Director of Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency

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The County of Santa Cruz has appointed Connie Moreno-Peraza, MSW, LCSW, as the new Director of the Health Services Agency (HSA), effective September 1, 2025. A seasoned health care leader with a career spanning multiple California counties, Moreno-Peraza brings expertise in behavioral health, equity-focused care, and public sector innovation. Most recently, Moreno-Peraza served as the Assistant Director for Behavioral Health… Read More
Supervisor Monica Martinez 5th District Santa Cruz County Government Local News 

Supervisor Monica Martinez In-District Office Hours

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Supervisor Monica Martinez has scheduled in-district officer hours for the summer. Make reservations here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdM1N4G3N-qL9F8F9-LhBHdg_0rVTLtPZiQs6fTSeGEtv0B7w/viewform These sessions provide a platform for residents to share concerns, offer ideas, and learn about county initiatives. Constituents can raise a wide range of topics including disaster recovery and prevention, such as expediting CZU wildfire rebuilds, improving evacuation routes, and enhancing wildfire resilience through programs… Read More
Sheriff Chris Clark Government Local News Public Safety 

Meet Santa Cruz County Sheriff Chris Clark

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By Jennifer Mount In December, Undersheriff Chris Clark succeeded Jim Hart as Santa Cruz County Sheriff. Clark is an 18-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office and was appointed unanimously by the county’s Board of Supervisors in August 2024 after Hart retired with four years remaining in his elected term.  Clark is a graduate of California State University, Sacramento where, inspired… Read More
cannabis retailer Business Government Local News 

Cannabis Retailers Seek Permitting for On Site Consumption

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Supervisor Monica Martinez has posted an alert about an item on the Tuesday March 11 Board of Supervisors meeting agenda. The Board will consider amendments that would allow two cannabis retailers along Highway 9 — one in Felton and one in Boulder Creek — to apply for permits for on-site consumption, similar to a bar. “The County has been working… Read More
Monica Martinez Supervisor 5th District Santa Cruz County Commentary Government Local News Valley People 

Monica Martinez Begins Her Term as 5th District Supervisor | Commentary

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By Monica Martinez As we begin this new year, I’m honored to step into the role of Fifth District Supervisor, representing the vibrant and resilient communities of San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley, and beyond. From the redwoods to the riverbanks, the unique character of our district inspires me daily. Over the past month, I’ve reflected on the challenges and opportunities… Read More