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Santa Cruz County could seek payout for water contamination
Plus, supervisors to discuss cannabis lounges and election rules
Pajaro Valley Unified school trustees tackle ethnic studies
April 1 town hall at Aptos High School
Harvey West Park upgrades to be discussed in Santa Cruz on April 2
Sports fields, bike areas could be revamped
Transportation commission approves intercity rail concept, seeks cost savings for bridges
Bridge work anticipated to cost nearly $1 billion
Social Security Administration ‘gutting’ described by Santa Cruz congress member, former agency head
Steps to help protect your benefits
Where and when is street sweeping in the city of Santa Cruz?
Tows, parking tickets up to $144 possible
Tips for Dreamers in Santa Cruz County as DACA faces uncertain future
Renew documents, follow policy changes and consider a lawyer
Teacher layoffs could be delayed, Pajaro Valley superintendent says
March 15 notice deadline may pass, more reserve money tapped
School districts grapple with declining enrollment in Santa Cruz County
Pajaro, Soquel, Scotts Valley leaders discuss money challenges
Santa Cruz wildfire plan aims to coordinate evacuations, water delivery, resources
Plus, a city budget update
President’s order casts uncertainty on Santa Cruz County rail trail money
$19.5 million grant hangs in balance
Workforce board aims to solve Santa Cruz County employment problems
Public forums in January, February
Rent hikes to be tackled by Santa Cruz City Council
City law could define rules for expiring below-market-rate units
Santa Cruz council to consider new Miramar restaurant on wharf
Wharf rebuild decision remains months away
Santa Cruz County law enforcement can’t block immigration raids, but some pledge not to cooperate
Activists clarify rights of undocumented California residents
Capitola City Council to consider future of Monte fireworks show
Plus, mayor’s replacement to be discussed
Red tape slows flood relief money in Pajaro
Receipts needed for goods bought years prior
3 takeaways from Santa Cruz County election results
Potential changes for roads, rail, schools
Scotts Valley school bond pulls ahead by 11 votes
More ballots to process before Dec. 3 deadline
Child care, Meals on Wheels could be reduced with local funding changes
County, city leaders expect to award money at Nov. 19 meetings