City Manager's Weekly Update

Week Ending March 29, 2019

Council Town Center Subcommittee Formed

At a Special Council Meeting on Friday, March 29, 2019, the City Council adopted a resolution forming a temporary, project specific Council Subcommittee to provide guidance as the City begins its discussions with the Town Center developers about assumptions related to project economics and purchase terms for City property. Recommendations regarding purchase terms will be brought forward for Council consideration at a future public meeting.

It is important to note that purchase of the Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley properties is contingent upon the approval or entitlement of the project. The entitlement of a project is a separate process and begins with the submittal of a project application, which is subject to environmental and legal review and consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.  The developers have not yet submitted an application to the City. 

Annual 82% Micro Business Summit

The Santa Cruz County Office for Economic Development is pleased to announce the 4th Annual 82% Micro Business Summit event on May 3 at Cabrillo College.  Open to 300 local small businesses and entrepreneurs, the 82% Micro Business Summit is the County's largest small business conference! For only $49, participants will be able to choose from a range of more than 40 dynamic speakers, with breakout seminars on marketing, managing cash flow, advertising, social media, website optimization, and more. The event includes an afternoon mixer with door prizes and complimentary breakfast and lunch. 82% of Santa Cruz County businesses have nine or fewer employees, classifying them as micro-entrepreneurs. The event will feature a keynote speaker and 20 education sessions to help micro-entrepreneurs navigate the marketplace to increase their exposure, grow their business and boost profitability. Tickets are already selling and the event will sell out!  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/82-micro-business-summit-2019-tickets-54534738872?fbclid=IwAR02oc7buGkUdc1Z6kVic9kpvL7bfKHyC71CSY-P3z0ujgdutj0gJGVJda0

Spring Clean Up

April 1^st – 5^th is Scotts Valley’s Spring Clean Up!  Green Waste will pick up unlimited bags or cans and one bulky item.  All items must be curbside by 5 am on your regular day of service.

Fire Response/Prevention Forum

There will be a fire response prevention forum on Saturday, March 30, 2019 from 10 am – 12:30 pm at the Scotts Valley Community Center.  The event is sponsored by Assembly Member Stone, Board Supervisor Bruce McPherson, and local safety personnel.

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April 3, 2019 City Council Meeting Cancelled

The Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Council meeting has been cancelled, in part due to Spring Break and a limited number of council agenda items.