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Pay Online

Visit our new online payment portal, your centralized location for making payments to the City.

Santa Cruz Municipal Utilities (SCMU)

Start or stop your utilities service, pay your bill, and access various customer assistance programs.

Resource Recovery

Learn about refuse and recycling services, collection rates, street sweeping schedules, and programs for bulky items, hazardous waste, e-waste, and more.

Parking Services

Find parking rates, payment options, permit details, electric vehicle charging info, and resources for parking structures and lots throughout the city.

Licenses, Permits and Taxes

Get a business license or a permit for various activities, including building and planning, fire, parking, and events.

Assistance

Access housing assistance resources, information about homelessness, or file an ADA grievance.

Public and Environmental Safety

Visit this page for police and fire services, emergency management, and updates about tides and weather.

Transportation

Find local transit options, including bus service, downtown shuttles, and traffic engineering programs supporting safe and efficient city transportation.

Inspections

Review information about building, rental, and code compliance inspections and environmental compliance.

Animal Services

Access animal services including pet adoption, lost and found pets, licensing, and shelter information through the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.

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