Good morning! It’s Oct. 14 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny and pleasant in Aptos
Today will be pleasant with plenty of sunshine. The high will be 76 with a low of 50.
Aptos news
Santa Cruz County’s Measure E proposes a five-year, half-cent sales tax increase to raise $27 million annually for budget shortfalls and to protect healthcare and safety-net services.
Santa Cruz County Measure E: What to know about the proposed temporary half-cent sales tax
By Tania Ortiz
Oct 14, 2026
➤ Para leer el artículo en español, haga clic aquí.
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What’s new around you
▼︎ real estate ▼︎ new businesses ▼︎ events
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Things to do in Aptos
Property development
- A permit application has been filed for a project at 344 Treasure Island Dr. in Aptos, seeking approval to legalize two decks that were constructed within the required side and rear setback areas of the property. Since these decks are located in restricted setback zones, the proposal requires both a Coastal Development Permit and a Variance in order to comply with local regulations. (view details)
New local businesses
- A new business named PACIFIC COAST EXTERIOR CLEANING was registered at 2215 Wallace Ave., Aptos, on Oct. 8. The business was registered by Andrew Porter Hofkins as an individual business.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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