Good morning! It’s May 14 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny in Corralitos / Freedom
Today will be some low clouds early, then mostly sunny and pleasant. The high will be 71 with a low of 49. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is very high (10/11). Partly sunny now, changing to mostly sunny at 11 a.m.
Corralitos / Freedom news
Watsonville removed a new Aviation Way parking meter after local backlash. Residents also demand increased oversight and safety reviews for a proposed battery storage facility on Minto Road.
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OPINION: Clean energy should not bypass local accountability at the BESS facility on Minto Road
By Eduardo Hurtado
May 14, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ code violations ▼︎ events
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Things to do in Corralitos / Freedom
Down to Earth Women Luncheon
The first 17 Down to Earth Women’s (DEW) luncheons were outstanding successes.
At Driscoll’s Rancho Corralitos on May 14
Feast & Frequency: An Elevated Day Retreat
A luxury healing experience in the Santa Cruz Mountains – step into a day designed to awaken your senses, nourish your body, and elevate your frequency….
At Sacred Owl Land on May 16
Amp Melo
Amp Melo is a dynamic artist hailing from Santa Cruz. Known for seamlessly blending hip-hop lyricism, funk rhythms and soulful R&B melodies, his mus…
At Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay KOA Holiday on May 16
PDCR’s 5th Annual Baila y Brunch
Come support our incredible work through FUN and DANCING! Raising the needed funds to sustain a 100% free-for-families trilingual program.
At Pinto Lake City Park on May 16
Property code violations
County officials cite property owners for issues such as substandard housing, illegal uses of buildings, property maintenance, abandoned appliances or furniture, construction without permits, and other issues that affect public safety and quality of life.
- The property at 1031 Amesti Rd., Watsonville, was cited for building code violations under case number NV24944, with the case processed on July 26, 2023, and reaching the “Notice and Order” milestone. While the specific details of the violations have not been disclosed, the “Notice and Order” status means the property owner was formally notified and required to address the issues to comply with building codes. County officials have confirmed that the cited violations have now been addressed, and they are continuing to monitor the property to ensure ongoing compliance.
- The property at 1049 Amesti Rd., Watsonville, was cited for building code violations under case number NV24943 after a structure on the site was found collapsing down a hillside. This dangerous situation led to a Notice and Order being issued on July 26, 2023, due to significant structural deterioration and associated safety risks. The case required immediate attention from both a geologist and a building inspector. County officials have now confirmed that the violation has been addressed, and they are actively monitoring the property to ensure ongoing compliance.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- Alternating lanes are closed on north Highway 1 at State Park Drive in Aptos because of bridge work. The closure is expected to end at 4:59 a.m. tomorrow.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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