Scotts Valley public meetings in 2023
52 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special meeting on December 22, 2023, with a single regular agenda item: a donation and award contract for the installation of turf at a baseball field used by the Scotts Valley Little League. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.
- Scotts Valley Little League Donation and Award Contract for Installation of Turf at Baseball Field
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element, a state-required plan for meeting housing needs. The council will also nominate a mayor and vice mayor, approve routine consent items, and discuss future agenda items. A closed session is scheduled for a legal liability claim.
- Public hearing on adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element
- Nomination of Mayor and Vice Mayor
- Approve check registers dated 11-28-2023 through 12-14-23
- Approve Resolution accepting FY 2022-23 Annual and 5-Year AB 1600 Development Impact Fee Report
- Closed session on Dudrick Claim liability
General
The Scotts Valley Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve its administration budget and Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for fiscal year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, along with minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve minutes of 12-21-2022 and 08-16-2023
- Approve Administration Budget for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
- Approve Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed nine-lot subdivision, an amendment to a planned development permit for covered parking at 310 Coastal Oak Court, and a sign program amendment for Faultline Brewing Company at 262 Mount Hermon Road. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and take public comments.
- Mitigated Negative Declaration (EA22-002) and Land Division Application (LD22-001) for a 9-lot subdivision on 5.71 acres south of Sandraya Heights Road (APN 023-113-36)
- Amendment (PD19-004.1) to modify covered parking requirements for Lot 3 (APN 022-902-26) at 310 Coastal Oak Court
- Amendment to Planned Development Permit (PD22-001) and Design Review Permit (DR22-006) for the Planned Sign Program at 262 Mount Hermon Road (Faultline Brewing Company)
- Approve Planning Commission meeting minutes of 11-16-2023
Economic Development Committee
The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a business update, discuss the city's brand, and consider future agenda items. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items, and no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.
- Approve meeting minutes of 10-27-2023
- Business update
- Discussion of Scotts Valley's brand
- Future agenda items
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2023, with a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, a check register, a second reading of an ordinance amending the Arts Commission code, and a resolution to add one Police Officer Trainee. The regular agenda includes future agenda items, and the council will convene in closed session to discuss a liability claim (Nordgreen Claim).
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 170.1 amending Municipal Code Section 02.19.020 regarding the Arts Commission
- Resolution to give authority to add one Police Officer Trainee
- Approve check register dated 11-10-2023 through 11-27-2023
- Approve City Council minutes of 11-15-2023 and Special Meeting minutes of 11-29-2023
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding Nordgreen Claim (liability)
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two Planning Commission recommendations: adopting the updated General Plan, certifying its Final Environmental Impact Report, and adopting a statement of overriding considerations; and establishing a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy for evaluating transportation impacts under CEQA. Public comment is limited to in-person attendance, with a 3-minute limit per individual.
- Adoption of Scotts Valley General Plan update and certification of Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR)
- Adoption of statement of overriding considerations for significant and unavoidable impacts
- Establishment of VMT Policy with thresholds, screening criteria, and Transportation Demand Management strategies
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommending adoption of the General Plan Update and a new Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy to the City Council. The General Plan Update includes certifying a Final Environmental Impact Report and adopting a statement of overriding considerations. The VMT policy would establish VMT as the CEQA metric, set thresholds, screening criteria, and Transportation Demand Management strategies. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 12 meeting.
- Recommendation to adopt Scotts Valley General Plan Update and certify FEIR
- Adoption of statement of overriding considerations for significant unavoidable impacts
- Establish VMT as CEQA metric for transportation impacts
- Set VMT thresholds of significance and screening criteria
- Approve October 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Senior Center Board
The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is meeting to receive staff updates, approve prior meeting minutes, elect officers, and discuss the Parks Master Plan update and member survey results. Public comment is limited to non-agendized items.
- Election of officers for the board
- Parks Master Plan update discussion
- Member survey results presentation
- Approval of August 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Staff updates from Recreation Division Manager and Senior Center Coordinator
Arts Commission
The regularly scheduled November 2, 2023 meeting of the Scotts Valley Arts Commission is cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance establishing objective design standards for multi-unit residential development in residential and commercial zones. The council will also consider accepting a $66,385.09 donation for the Skypark Tot Lot Project and approving several routine consent items.
- Introduce Ordinance No. 16.140 amending Title 17 (Zoning) for multi-unit residential design standards
- Accept $66,385.09 donation from Community Advocates of Scotts Valley for Skypark Tot Lot Project
- Approve Contract Change Order No. 1 for $66,385.09 for Skypark Tot Lot Project
- Approve 2024 City Council meeting schedule
- Approve Cooperative Services Agreement with County of Santa Cruz for County Service Area 9C
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Scotts Valley Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and the Sky Park Tot Playground installation. The agenda includes approval of the August 17, 2023 meeting minutes and public comment periods. No formal decisions are listed beyond the consent item.
- Parks Master Plan update
- Sky Park Tot Playground installation update
- Approval of 08-17-2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will consider declaring emergencies for slides on Bean Creek Road and Green Hills Road, allowing the city manager to contract repairs without standard bidding. They will also review community grant recommendations and a grant submission to the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission. The agenda includes routine consent items like minutes and check registers.
- Resolution declaring emergency for Bean Creek Road slide and authorizing repair agreements
- Resolution declaring emergency for Green Hills Road slide and authorizing repair agreements
- Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Community Grant Program recommendations
- Resolution authorizing grant submission to Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission
- Approve check register dated 09-30-2023 through 10-12-2023
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance (Title 17) to establish objective design standards for multi-unit residential development in residential and commercial zones. The commission will also consider approving the August 10, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comment is invited.
- Public hearing on AZO23-001: amendment to Municipal Code Title 17 for objective design standards for multi-unit residential development
- Consent agenda: approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
Economic Development Committee
The regularly scheduled September 22, 2023 meeting of the Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is cancelled. No business will be conducted.
- Meeting cancelled
Arts Commission
The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for September 7, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will consider approving agreements related to environmental cleanup at the Town Center site, and will hold a closed session on real property negotiations for the same location. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, check registers, a drainage project contract, and rejection of bids for wastewater inspection.
- Approve agreements for Town Center Site Environmental Clean Up
- Closed session on real property negotiations for Town Center (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09)
- Sunridge Drive Drainage Improvement Project construction contract award
- Reject all bids for Wastewater Collection System Inspection and Monitoring Program
- Proclamations for Jacob's Heart & Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Economic Development Committee
The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on a community video project, local business conditions, and the city's brand. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve meeting minutes of 6-30-2023
- Community video project update (CGI)
- Business update
- Scotts Valley's brand discussion
- Future agenda items
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 16, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes, check registers, and a response to grand jury reports, plus regular agenda items including letters opposing state bills, a possible subcommittee invitation, a budget appropriation and contract award for a wastewater treatment plant project, and a police camera lease. Public comment is available in person or via Zoom.
- Budget appropriation and contract award to Anderson Pacific Engineering Construction, Inc. for Shaftless Screw Conveyor, WWTP Project No. P23-008
- Police Body & Fleet Camera Lease
- Letters of opposition to Senate Bill 423 and Assembly Bill 309
- Invitation to join Santa Cruz County Subcommittee on Banning Plastic Filtered Tobacco Products
- On-Call Paving and Asphalt Contract Award
Arts Commission
The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for August 3, 2023, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hold public hearings on a time extension for the Bay Village Planned Development on Erba Lane, and on maintenance assessment districts for Skypark Open Space and Pinewood Estates. The council will also consider adopting the FY 2023-24 budget, a pension trust, and a facility use policy, among other items.
- Approve FY 2023-24 Annual Budget (Resolution 630.43) and related appropriations
- Public hearing on time extension for 10-lot subdivision on Erba Lane (APNs 022-481-18, -22)
- Public hearing on Skypark Open Space Maintenance Assessment District No.1
- Public hearing on Pinewood Estates Landscape Maintenance Assessment District
- Adopt Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust and appoint City Manager as plan administrator
Parks & Recreation Commission
The regularly scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting for June 15, 2023, at 6:00 PM is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Economic Development Committee
The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 28, 2023, receive a business update, and discuss the city's brand. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items only; no formal decisions or contracts are listed.
- Approve meeting minutes of 04-28-2023
- Business update
- Discussion of Scotts Valley's brand
- Future agenda items
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will consider several items, including a resolution supporting state funding for Family Resource Centers, an update on the Pavement Management Program, and the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2028. They will also review the AB 481 Military Equipment Use Annual Report and consider renewing the Military Use Policy, along with the 2022 Police Department Annual Activity Report. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, a check register, a road closure for the 4th of July Parade, and an Arts Commission appointment.
- Resolution No. 2026 supporting state funding for Family Resource Centers
- Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2024 to FY 2027-2028
- AB 481 Military Equipment Use Annual Report and Ordinance Renewing the Military Use Policy
- 2022 Scotts Valley Police Department Annual Activity Report
- Road closure resolution for the City's 4th of July Parade
Arts Commission
The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to receive updates on the public art inventory, the Siltanen Maintenance Building mural, and other announcements. The agenda includes consent approval of prior minutes and public comment time. No major decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for updates and discussion.
- Public Art Inventory update
- Siltanen Maintenance Building Mural update
- Arts Commissioner update
- Approval of April 6, 2023 special meeting minutes
- Public comment period
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will consider a request to display the Pride flag from June 1-30, 2023, and discuss future agenda items. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and check registers, plus a proclamation declaring May 6, 2023 as Multicultural Fair Day.
- Consider request to display Pride flag for Pride Month (June 1-30, 2023)
- Approve meeting minutes of 04-19-2023
- Approve check registers dated 04-20-2023 and 04-27-2023
- Mayor's proclamation declaring May 6, 2023 Multicultural Fair Day
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will meet to approve the March 31, 2023 minutes, receive a business update, and discuss Scotts Valley's brand. This is a regular working session with no major decisions expected.
- Approve meeting minutes of 03-31-2023
- Business update
- Discussion of Scotts Valley's brand
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing to gather information on pickleball usage at Skypark Tennis Courts, addressing complaints about noise, parking, and duration of play. They will also receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and staff updates.
- Public input on Skypark pickleball court usage and impacts
- Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan update
- Approval of March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
- Staff updates on department and division activities
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hear a presentation from Dientes Community Dental on oral health needs in Santa Cruz County, and will consider several routine consent agenda items including approval of meeting minutes, check registers, Senior Center Bylaws update, and the annual Investment Policy review. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Dientes Community Dental presentation by CEO Laura Marcus on oral health needs
- Approve check registers dated 04-06-2023 and 04-12-2023
- Adopt resolution approving Senior Center Organization Bylaws update
- Adopt resolution approving annual review of City Investment Policy
- Approve minutes of 04-05-2023 special closed session, joint special meeting, and regular meeting
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit for a 4,936-square-foot veterinary clinic in an existing commercial building at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive. The applicant plans to relocate and consolidate two existing clinics to this site. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions. The agenda also includes approval of the March 9, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Use Permit U22-010 for Coast Veterinary Clinic at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive (APN 022-091-51)
- Veterinary clinic would operate Monday-Saturday 8 AM-5 PM, with up to 8 overnight hospitalized patients
- Applicant: Cori Phinn; Property Owner: Bailey Investments, LLC
- Consent agenda: approve minutes from March 9, 2023 meeting
Arts Commission
The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is meeting to discuss creating a mural policy and introducing a mural at the Siltanen Park Pool & Playground maintenance shed. They will also welcome new commissioners, get updates on the poetry contest, and hear announcements. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment time.
- Discussion of Mural Policy creation process and potential mural at Siltanen Park Pool & Playground maintenance shed
- Welcome new commissioners
- Poetry contest update
- Approval of March 2, 2023 special meeting minutes
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for three parcels (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09) in the Town Center area. The agenda includes only this closed session item, with no open-session business other than a report on any action taken. This is a procedural meeting focused on legal and property matters.
- Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.8 for real property negotiations
- Properties: APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09 (Town Center)
- Staff present: City Manager, City Attorney, Administrative Services Director
Economic Development Committee
The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss an overview of economic development goals and a presentation on business license modernization. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a discussion of future agenda items. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Economic Development goals overview
- Business License modernization presentation
- Future Agenda Items discussion
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider establishing a one-year Ad Hoc Committee on ADA accessibility in parks, introduce a discussion on mixed-use pickleball and tennis courts with an action plan for April, and receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan, including an April outreach calendar. The agenda also includes routine items like approving February meeting minutes and staff updates.
- Resolution to create ADA in Parks Ad Hoc Committee (1 member, 1-year term)
- Discussion of pickleball & tennis mixed-use court rules and April action plan
- Parks Master Plan & Recreation Strategic Plan update with April outreach calendar
- Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Future agenda: 5-Year CIP Budget and Siltanen Pool Operator update in April
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will hear a presentation on the Housing Element, discuss a Streetlight Banner Policy, and consider extending the City's Declaration of Local Emergency. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, check registers, a police union MOU amendment, a disability retirement resolution, and a referral to review pickleball impacts at Skypark Tennis Courts. The council will also meet in closed session for real property negotiations and potential litigation.
- Housing Element Overview Presentation
- Streetlight Banner Policy discussion
- Extension of the City's Declaration of Local Emergency
- Approve Amendment to MOU with Police Supervisors Association and Police Bargaining Unit
- Closed session: real property negotiations (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09, Town Center)
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Use Permit for Saison Wine Bar and Cellar, a proposed 1,977-square-foot wine bar and cellar with on-site seating, located in the Kings Village shopping center. The project is in the Shopping Center Commercial (CS-C) zone. The commission will decide whether to approve the permit.
- Use Permit application U22-008 for a wine bar and cellar at 222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite 1 (APN 022-601-18)
- 1,977 square feet of space with seating for on-site consumption
- Applicant: Mark Bright; Property Owner: Ow Commercial
- Public hearing scheduled for March 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers or via Zoom
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two use permits: renewing a cellular facility at 2980 El Rancho Road and establishing a wine bar and cellar at 222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite I. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items and public comment periods.
- Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for a 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Road, extending permits U99-003 and U02-020.2 for 10 years
- New Use Permit U22-008 for a 1,977 sq ft wine bar and cellar at 222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite I
- Approval of minutes from January 19, 2023 meeting
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider renewing a Use Permit for the continued operation of an existing 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive (APN 024-222-08). The applicant is Crown Castle, and the property owner is SVMC Properties, LLC. The commission will decide whether to approve the renewal for the wireless facility located in a Commercial Professional zone.
- Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for existing cellular facility
- 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive
- Applicant: Crown Castle; Property Owner: SVMC Properties, LLC
- Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on March 9, 2023
Senior Center Board
The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is holding a special meeting to review and potentially approve revised bylaws as redlined by the City Attorney, which are required for compliance as a City advisory body. The board will also hear a presentation on a proposed bocce court roof from the Skypark Bocce Club and receive updates from the Public Works Director and Senior Center Coordinator. The agenda includes approval of the February 7, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Review and recommendation of Senior Center Board Bylaws revisions from City Attorney
- Bocce Court Roof presentation by Skypark Bocce Club
- Parks and Recreation Report Update from Public Works Director Lamm
- Senior Center Coordinator Report by D. Croskrey
- Approve minutes of February 7, 2023 special meeting
Joint City of Scotts Valley/Scotts Valley Unified School District Committee
The Scotts Valley City/School District Joint Committee is meeting to discuss several items of mutual interest, including an update on childcare programs and facilities, the School Resource Officer, potential revenue measures, a technology project for the City Council Chamber, and planning for the 2023 Multicultural Fair. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and updates.
- Childcare program and facilities update
- School Resource Officer discussion
- Revenue measures discussion
- City Council Chamber technology project
- 2023 Multicultural Fair planning update
Arts Commission
The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to review and identify known photos for the public art inventory, and to hear announcements and updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Review and identification of known photos for the Public Art Inventory
- Announcements and updates from staff and commissioners
- Consent agenda: approval of February 16, 2023 special meeting minutes
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will receive the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Mid-Year Financial Report, including proposed budget amendments and preparation for the 2023-2024 budget. They will also consider wastewater treatment plant SCADA/PLC and computer system upgrades, and approve the Housing Element Annual Progress Report for submittal to the state. The agenda includes a presentation from Central Coast Community Energy and routine consent items.
- Receive FY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Financial Report and proposed budget amendments
- Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA/PLC and computer system upgrades
- Approve Housing Element Annual Progress Report for submittal to HCD
- Approve letter opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1 (Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act)
- Central Coast Community Energy annual member agency presentation
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Scotts Valley Parks & Recreation Commission meets to receive staff updates on Shugart Park, review tennis court rules, and discuss progress on the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Shugart Park status update
- Tennis Court current rules review
- Parks Master Plan & Recreation Strategic Plan Update
- Introduction of new Recreation Coordinator Allison Pfefferkorn
- Public comment on tennis court incident and rules
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council will discuss and likely approve the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Strategic Goals, Mission, Vision, and Values statements. They will also review the 2023 4th of July event budget and staff recommendations. The meeting includes routine approvals and a public hearing on a CDBG contract closeout.
- Approve FY 2023-24 Strategic Goals and Mission, Vision, Values statements
- Review City-hosted 4th of July event budget and staff recommendations for 2023
- Public Hearing for CDBG Contract 20-CDBG-SV2-3-00291 (close-out documents)
Arts Commission
The Arts Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, review the 2023 Poetry Contest calendar, and discuss a website update. Commissioners are asked to lead planning for a revived community poetry contest with a $1,797 budget, including stipends and event logistics at the Scotts Valley Performing Arts Center.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- 2023 Poetry Contest calendar review with $1,797 budget (15 winners at $50 each, press ads, poetry book printing)
- Website discussion for 2023 plan
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special study session to discuss the Strategic Plan for 2023. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda.
- Study session on the 2023 Strategic Plan
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special study session to discuss the Strategic Plan for 2023. This is a discussion-only item, with no formal action expected. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call and public comment.
- Study session on Strategic Plan 2023
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 19, 2023, to consider a renewal application for an existing 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive. The facility operates under a Use Permit in a Commercial Professional zone, and the applicant is Crown Castle with property owner SVMC Properties, LLC.
- Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive
- Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on January 19, 2023, in Council Chambers or via Zoom
Parks & Recreation Commission
The regularly scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting for January 19, 2023, at 6pm has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Planning Commission
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to renew a 10-year use permit for an existing 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive. The facility, operated by Crown Castle, currently supports AT&T and Sprint antennas and is located in a Commercial Professional zone. The meeting will also consider a new 1,124 sq ft Jersey Mike’s Subs restaurant at 235A Mount Hermon Road.
- Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for cellular facility at 2980 El Rancho Drive (58-foot monopole)
- New Use Permit U22-009 for Jersey Mike’s Subs (1,124 sq ft) at 235A Mount Hermon Road
- Public hearing on cellular facility renewal with one comment received via email
- Staff recommends approval of cellular facility renewal
- Project exempt from CEQA under Class 3 (Section 15303)
City Council
The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving Resolution No. 2022, which ratifies the City Manager's January 14 proclamation of a local emergency due to the December 2022 and January 2023 atmospheric river winter storms. The resolution also designates the City Manager as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster. The storms caused flooding, downed trees, power outages, retaining wall failures, and mudslides, including a second mudslide on Green Hills Road that closed the roadway. Damage estimates exceed $75,000, and the emergency will remain in effect until terminated by the Council.
- Resolution No. 2022 declaring a local emergency for atmospheric river winter storms
- Ratifies City Manager's January 14 emergency proclamation
- Names City Manager as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster
- Damage estimates exceed $75,000
- Green Hills Road closed due to second mudslide
Senior Center Board
The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board will hold a special meeting to discuss updates to its bylaws, the Meals on Wheels service, and the center's operating hours. The board will also hear a report from the Senior Center Coordinator. The agenda includes only discussion items, with no final decisions scheduled.
- Update to Bylaws discussion
- Meals on Wheels service discussion
- Senior Center hours discussion
- Senior Center Coordinator Report