Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Santa Cruz County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues with medium priority
2027 Population Growth Goal
The Board set the 2027 growth rate at 0.6 percent under the voter-approved Measure J growth management system, keeping affordable housing exempt from permit limits.
North County Government Center security enhancements
The Board accepted $88,475 in unanticipated revenue for security upgrades after Supervisor Cummings questioned whether the spending was county-wide in approach.
Microenterprise home kitchen operations made permanent
The home-based food business pilot looks set to become permanent; speakers in Spanish and English described how the program helps families earn income, and a second reading is set for November 10.
Pending flood-related litigation against Monterey County, Santa Cruz County, and the State
The Zone 7 board privately discussed ten active lawsuits spanning Monterey and Santa Cruz County courts, several naming the counties and the State of California. The topics likely relate to flood events and damages, but details remain confidential.