Santa Cruz City Council Appoints Cassie Bronson as City Attorney Published on October 29, 2025 The City of Santa Cruz is pleased to announce their intention to appoint Catherine “Cassie” Bronson as City Attorney effective January 1st. Bronson, who has served as Assistant City Attorney for several years, brings more than 16 years of legal experience and a deep knowledge of municipal law, litigation, and policy to her new role. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Santa Cruz and Shingu Celebrate 50 Years of Sister City Friendship Published on October 28, 2025 Since 1975, Santa Cruz and Shingu have shared a deep cultural connection rooted in friendship, understanding, and exchange. The 50th anniversary celebration honored this enduring partnership through ceremonies, community gatherings, and shared reflections on peace and global cooperation. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Oct 26 Wharf Incident Update Published on October 28, 2025 On October 26, 2025, at 9:44 a.m., the Santa Cruz Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle that had driven off the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, submerging into the ocean. Furthermore, it was reported that a subject was trapped underwater. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Santa Cruz Leaders to Discuss Opposition to Offshore Drilling-Oct. 29 Published on October 27, 2025 Local leaders from the City and County of Santa Cruz will hold a joint press conference on Wednesday, October 29, at 10:00 a.m. on the Santa Cruz Wharf stage to announce their unified opposition to the U.S. Department of the Interior’s proposed Five-Year Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Leasing Program. Tagged as: , Media Releases
CORRECTION - Halloween 2025 Safety Enhancement Zone Published on October 23, 2025 The Santa Cruz Police Department has designated a Safety Enhancement Zone for the entire city of Santa Cruz for Halloween 2025. The Safety Enhancement Zone begins on Friday, October 31st at 8:00 AM and runs through Monday, November 3rd at 8:00 AM. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Santa Cruz Launches New Website Published on October 23, 2025 The City of Santa Cruz is excited to announce the launch of its new and improved website at santacruzca.gov. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Halloween Downtown Safety Enhancement Zone Published on October 20, 2025 City to Implement Downtown Safety Enhancement Zone, Triple Fine Penalties Halloween Weekend through Nov 3. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Temporary Rail Trail Closure for Maintenance Published on October 06, 2025 Closure will begin on Monday, October 13, 2025, and will take place from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., until October 20, 2025. During this time, trucks and chippers will be stationed along the trail, temporarily restricting public access. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City of Santa Cruz’s Downtown Plan Expansion Approved! Published on August 13, 2025 California Coastal Commission approves City of Santa Cruz’s Downtown Plan Expansion at their August 13 meeting in Calabasas, California. Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Council Approves $1.5M Wharf Improvement Projects Published on August 12, 2025 Cruz City Council has approved two key construction projects totaling $1.5 million to enhance and maintain the Santa Cruz Wharf. Tagged as: , Media Releases