Joy Schendledecker says her entry into electoral politics might seem “surprising or unconventional,” but for her it’s a natural progression from her decades of activism, art and public service.
Santa Cruz City Council District 3 2024
Coverage of the race for city council in Santa Cruz’s District 3, encompassing much of the Westside.
Five things we learned from Lookout’s March primary candidate forums
Lookout’s primary election forums brought together candidates for six seats across the county and city of Santa Cruz. Five themes rose to the top as the candidates answered questions about their platforms.
Video from Thursday night’s Santa Cruz City Council forum
Check out video from Thursday’s Lookout election forum to hear the Santa Cruz City Council candidates speak to the biggest issues facing their prospective constituents.
One city, four elections: Santa Cruz City Council Districts 1, 2, 3 and 5 candidates take forum stage
In Lookout’s third and final candidate forum before the March 5 primary election, Santa Cruz City Council candidates for Districts 1, 2, 3 and 5 discussed the city’s major issues including homelessness, the fate of West Cliff Drive and Measure M.

