Santa Cruz’s water usage remains at its lowest since the 1960s, despite population growth in the past few decades. Officials say cultural shifts, shrinking lawns and efficient appliances have helped keep demand low.
Eastside / Live Oak / Pleasure Point
Eastside Santa Cruz, Live Oak and Pleasure Point neighborhoods
Posted inPolitics & Policy
In the Public Interest: Rail trail changes; Flock Safety searches; veterans’ appeal to supervisors
Headlines to know from around Santa Cruz County politics & policy, plus a look at what’s on local agendas this week and beyond.
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Carmageddon: After major reversal on Coastal Rail Trail segments, what comes next?
The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission’s decision to shift toward building three segments of the Coastal Rail Trail over the tracks means that the RTC and planners working on the project have their work cut out for them, both at the state level and with the other parties involved with the rail line.
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RTC narrowly approves Keeley-Koenig ‘peace deal’ proposal to build trail segments over railroad tracks
In a 7-5 vote, the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission approved a proposal by Commissioners Manu Koenig and Fred Keeley to build three segments of the Coastal Rail Trail over the railroad tracks in a change of plans for the major project.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Weekender: First Friday, get your parades on and a love letter to Santa Cruz surf culture
Another busy weekend lies ahead, and Wallace Baine has recommendations for things to do plus news, notes and other highlights from Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Best 9: Top events for the week ahead in Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment, Dec. 4-11
With the weekend nearly here, check out Wallace Baine’s Best 9 recommendations for things to do around Santa Cruz County via Lookout’s BOLO events calendar.
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Forecast is for triple threat this week: King tides, big waves and wind
The National Weather Service has issued warnings for coastal flooding, high surf and powerful offshore winds affecting Santa Cruz County this week.
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Santa Cruz County Superior Court judge postpones Leif Ames murder trial again
A Santa Cruz County Superior Court judge again postponed the long-delayed murder trial of Leif Ames after the defendant’s attorney failed to appear at a trial readiness hearing, citing a scheduling conflict.
Posted inBusiness & Technology
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Demolition, relocation eyed for Catalyst; Westside revitalization story; new wine district moves forward
A Silicon Valley developer has proposed demolishing the historic downtown Santa Cruz home of The Catalyst nightclub and erecting a new seven-story, mixed-use building, Jessica M. Pasko reports in her weekly survey of local business. She’s also got news from the Westside, on the local wine industry and more.
Posted inFood & Drink
Lily Belli on Food: Downtown holiday pop-ups, Bottega’s seasonal goodies and seeking NYC recs
In her Tuesday newsletter, Lily Belli notes happenings in downtown Santa Cruz this month, spotlights festive touches in Live Oak and Seabright and asks readers for tips for a quick New York City getaway.