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Scotts Valley public meetings in 2023

52 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 22, 2023 · 09:00

City Council

Council to consider donation and contract for turf installation at Little League field

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.

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City Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley CA 95066
Wed Dec 20, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider adopting 2023-2031 Housing Element

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Wed Dec 20, 2023 · 18:00

General

Successor Agency to approve budget and payment schedule for 2024-25

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu Dec 14, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 9-lot subdivision south of Sandraya Heights Road

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Fri Dec 8, 2023 · 11:00

Economic Development Committee

Committee to discuss business update and city brand

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Wed Dec 6, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider adding police trainee, adopt Arts Commission ordinance

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).

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Wed Nov 29, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider adopting Scotts Valley General Plan update and VMT policy

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu Nov 16, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh General Plan Update and VMT policy

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Tue Nov 7, 2023 · 13:00

Senior Center Board

Senior Center Board to elect officers, review survey results and parks plan

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.

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370 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley
Thu Nov 2, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Scotts Valley Arts Commission meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled November 2, 2023 meeting of the Scotts Valley Arts Commission is cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Wed Nov 1, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider zoning standards for multi-unit housing

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu Oct 19, 2023 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks Commission to hear Parks Master Plan and Sky Park playground updates

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Wed Oct 18, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to declare emergencies for Bean Creek and Green Hills road slides

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu Oct 12, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider objective design standards for multi-unit housing

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Fri Sep 22, 2023 · 11:00

Economic Development Committee

Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled September 22, 2023 meeting of the Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is cancelled. No business will be conducted.

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City Hall Conference Room, Scotts Valley
Thu Sep 7, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Scotts Valley Arts Commission September 7 meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for September 7, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

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Wed Sep 6, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve Town Center environmental cleanup agreements

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Fri Aug 25, 2023 · 11:00

Economic Development Committee

Economic Development Committee to discuss community video, business update, and brand

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.

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City Hall Conference Room, Scotts Valley
Wed Aug 16, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider budget appropriation for WWTP conveyor contract

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu Aug 3, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Arts Commission August 3 meeting cancelled

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Wed Jun 21, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider FY 2023-24 budget, Bay Village extension, and assessment districts

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu Jun 15, 2023 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks & Recreation Commission June 15 meeting cancelled

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Fri May 26, 2023 · 11:00

Economic Development Committee

Committee to discuss Scotts Valley's brand and business update

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.

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City Hall Conference Room, Scotts Valley
Wed May 17, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to review 5-year capital plan and police equipment policy

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.

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1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Thu May 4, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to discuss public art inventory and Siltanen mural update

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.

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Wed May 3, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider Pride flag display for June 2023

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.

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Fri Apr 28, 2023 · 11:00

Economic Development Committee

Committee to discuss Scotts Valley branding and business updates

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.

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Thu Apr 20, 2023 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to gather public input on Skypark pickleball court impacts

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.

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Wed Apr 19, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hear Dientes dental presentation, approve routine items

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.

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Thu Apr 13, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on veterinary clinic use permit at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive

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.

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Thu Apr 6, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to start mural policy, consider Siltanen pool mural

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.

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Wed Apr 5, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to hold closed session on Town Center property negotiations

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.

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Fri Mar 31, 2023 · 11:00

Economic Development Committee

Committee to review economic goals and business license modernization

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.

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Thu Mar 16, 2023 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to create ADA in Parks committee and discuss pickleball/tennis rules

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.

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Wed Mar 15, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to review housing element, streetlight banner policy, and emergency declaration

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.

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Thu Mar 9, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh use permit for wine bar at 222 Mount Hermon Road

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.

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Thu Mar 9, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on cellular facility renewal and new wine bar

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.

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Thu Mar 9, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider renewal of cellular facility at 2980 El Rancho Drive

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.

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Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 13:00

Senior Center Board

Senior Center Board to review City Attorney's redline bylaws revisions

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.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023 · 14:30

Joint City of Scotts Valley/Scotts Valley Unified School District Committee

Joint city-school committee to discuss childcare, SRO, revenue measures

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.

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Thu Mar 2, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Arts Commission to review public art inventory photos and hear updates

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.

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Wed Mar 1, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to review mid-year budget, wastewater upgrades, housing report

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.

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Thu Feb 23, 2023 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks & Recreation Commission reviews Shugart Park, tennis rules, and master plan updates

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.

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Wed Feb 15, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to approve FY 2023-24 strategic goals and review 4th of July budget

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.

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Thu Feb 2, 2023 · 17:00

Arts Commission

Scotts Valley Arts Commission to plan 2023 Poetry Contest and officer elections

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.

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Tue Jan 31, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council holds study session on 2023 Strategic Plan

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.

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Mon Jan 30, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

City Council holds study session on 2023 Strategic Plan

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.

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Thu Jan 19, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear renewal of wireless facility use permit at 2980 El Rancho Drive

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.

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Thu Jan 19, 2023 · 18:00

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission meeting cancelled for Jan 19, 2023

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.

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Thu Jan 19, 2023 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on cellular facility renewal at El Rancho Drive

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.

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Wed Jan 18, 2023 · 18:00

City Council

Council to ratify local emergency declaration for winter storms

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.

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Tue Jan 3, 2023 · 13:00

Senior Center Board

Senior Center Board to discuss bylaws, Meals on Wheels, and hours

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.

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