Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Santa Cruz public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in public safety with low priority
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Jacob's Heart
September proclaimed Childhood Cancer Awareness Month; Jacob's Heart's Guillermina Silva shared her family's loss and the organization's 28 years supporting local families.
Federal Safe Streets grant for EMS innovation
The city will apply for a federal Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to pilot post-crash care through EMS innovation and signal preemption technology.
Public data website on sexual violence
The Data Group's public website on sexual violence is now live; next it will tackle domestic violence data, convening in the fall.
Fire Boat Purchase
The fire department finally gets its long-sought fire boat, funded by impact fees — councilmembers called it key for wharf safety and water rescues.
Beach safety and equitable access to swim lessons
The fire department's marine safety team presented beach safety outreach, and council pushed for affordable swim lessons through partnerships with schools and the children's fund.
Police Traffic Motorcycle Replacement
The Council moved $95,718 from the Traffic Offender 212 Fund to buy two replacement police traffic motorcycles and mounted radios.