Westside / Downtown Neighborhood Brief for Wednesday, August 28

WESTSIDE / DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD BRIEF

Good morning! It’s August 28 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Low clouds and fog, then sun in Westside / Downtown

Today will be cool with low clouds and fog, then sunshine. The high will be 70 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (7/11). Fog now, changing to cloudy at 11 am.

Looking ahead: Pleasant Sunday

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Westside / Downtown news

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Property development

• The Santa Cruz County Planning Department will cease accepting public comments on the zoning application for the proposed mixed-use development at 70 Center Street as of August 30. This project aims to transform the site into a vibrant space featuring residential units, retail shops, and community amenities designed to enhance local engagement and economic growth. Residents are encouraged to review the project details and submit any comments or concerns to the Planning Department before the deadline to ensure their voices are heard in the decision-making process. (view application)
  

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Community crime report

• A man stole jeans from a store. He was found, and the stolen jeans were recovered. The man was given a citation for theft and then released. This happened at 12 p.m. on August 26 near the 1200 Block of Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• A woman was arrested for being drunk in public and causing a disturbance at 8 a.m. on August 26 near the 100 Block of Chestnut St in Santa Cruz. She was taken to a sobering center. (source)
  
• A man attacked another person and then tried to stop him from calling 911. This happened at 8 a.m. on August 26 near the 1300 block of Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• A man was arrested for having drugs and being drunk and disorderly at 2 a.m. on August 26 near the 200 Block of Lincoln St in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• A suspect was detained and a witness was interviewed after a robbery and unauthorized entry into an occupied home at 10 p.m. on August 25 near the 100 Block of Westmoor Ct in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• A person was given a citation and then released because of an outstanding warrant. This happened at 7 p.m. on August 25 near the 1300 Block of High St in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• A person was arrested for being under the influence of drugs and acting disorderly in public at 5 p.m. on August 25 near the 100 Block of Dakota Avenue in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• A person was arrested for being drunk and causing a disturbance at 5 p.m. on August 25 near the 300 Block of Ocean St in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• There was a fight between two people at 3 p.m. on August 25 near the 1100 Block of Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz. (source)
  
• On August 25 at 2 p.m., police found drug paraphernalia and a controlled substance near the 100 Block of Fern St in Santa Cruz. Someone was caught with illegal drug equipment and narcotics. (source)
  

Disclosure: Police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

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