Santa Cruz County Clerk Resigning Next Month

Gail Pellerin has spent nearly three decades as Santa Cruz County's elections chief.

Santa Cruz County Presidential Election: Trump Gains Votes

Donald Trump received more votes in 2020 in Santa Cruz County than in 2016. But here's why he did worse against his Democratic competitor.

Santa Cruz Voters Mail It In For 2020 General Election

About one in 15 Santa Cruz County voters opted to head to the polls. See the county's record-breaking voter registration totals.

Panetta Wins Re-Election: CA's 20th Congressional District Race

The Associated Press called the race Wednesday morning.

CA Senate District 17: 2020 Election Results

Voters have decided who will serve the Central Coast and South Bay state senate district.

CA Assembly District 29: Election Results

See who's prevailing in the race to serve Santa Cruz, Capitola, Scotts Valley and beyond.

Santa Cruz City Council: Election Results

Nine candidates faced off to fill four of the six seats on the Santa Cruz City Council.

Voting In Santa Cruz: Everything You Need To Know

See who's on the ballot and how to cast your vote in Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz City Council: 4 Seats Open

Nine women are seeking to fill four of the six seats on the Santa Cruz City Council.

CA Assembly District 29: Voters Choose Next State Rep

A Democrat incumbent looks to fend off his Republican challenger in the race to serve Santa Cruz, Capitola, Scotts Valley and beyond.

Voters Decide Who Serves Central Coast, South Bay In CA Senate

The district including Santa Cruz and San Luis Obispo counties, plus parts of Monterey and Santa Clara counties, will see a shakeup in 2020.

Voters Pick Who Will Serve Southern Santa Cruz County In Congress

A Democrat incumbent is facing off against a Republican small business owner to represent the region in Washington, D.C.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Santa Cruz County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Santa Cruz County from voting.

Santa Cruz County Voters Guide: General Election 2020

Find out who's on the ballot and where you can cast your vote on Election Day in Santa Cruz County.

Vote Centers In Santa Cruz: Where To Vote In Person 2020

Here’s a list of polling places in Santa Cruz, to cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

Santa Cruz Co. Supervisors Pave Way For Fire Cleanup, Rebuilding

Supervisors passed an ordinance to create programs to help residents clean up hazardous waste from the CZU fires before rebuilding.

The VoteMobile is coming to your town!

Voters can access all voting services from the traveling VoteMobile. The VoteMobile will be out everyday between now and Election Day.

Santa Cruz County Shares CA Guidance On Private Gatherings

The California Department of Public Health has released updated guidance on how to safely handle the upcoming holiday season.

"Voting Matters" So Let's Talk About It

Zoom event Thursday, Oct. 15

How To Vote By Mail-In Ballot Or At The Polls In Santa Cruz

Ballots are arriving in Santa Cruz mailboxes ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3. Here's what comes next.

County D.A: Neighborhood Courts Informational Town Hall Series

Each town hall will take place virtually and will feature Supervisors and law enforcement leaders from the same district.

Q&A: Elizabeth Conlan, Santa Cruz City Council Candidate

"I am running because we need leaders who will act with urgency and take bold action to solve the housing crisis."

National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 22

Register at select libraries, voter reg car caravans in Santa Cruz & Watsonville, or register online at registertovote.ca.gov

Voting In Santa Cruz: Everything You Need To Know

See who's on the ballot and how to cast your vote in Santa Cruz.

Q&A: Maria Cadenas, Santa Cruz City Council Candidate

"I am a problem solver and doer. I get things done by focusing on what matters most – people and planet."

Santa Cruz County Extends Price Gouging Prohibition

Santa Cruz County residents are protected from price gouging through October 18.

​Santa Cruz County Evacuees Must Change Address To Vote By Mail

To vote by mail, evacuees can submit change of address forms online or in person. They can also vote at polling locations starting Oct. 5

Fire Victims Must Submit A Change Of Address To Receive Ballots

Santa Cruz County residents displaced by the massive CZU Lightning Complex Fire will need to vote in-person or submit a change of address.

Wildfire 'Phase I' Hazardous Debris Removal Begins Next Week

Batteries, propane tanks, pesticides and more will be collected in the aftermath of the wildfires.

Conducting an election under extraordinary circumstances

Vote Safe Santa Cruz - mailed ballots, drop boxes, in person voting locations, VoteMobile to ensure everyone's safety

Santa Cruz County Launches Rental Assistance Program: Coronavirus

Residents impacted by the pandemic are eligible for up to $10,000 per household to cover costs of unpaid rent and utilities.

Mail-In Ballots In Santa Cruz County: Zoom Call Set For Thursday

Santa Cruz Co. Clerk Gail Pellerin is holding a Voting Matters event to address USPS concerns for upcoming presidential general election.

County Announces Series Of Hearings For 2020-21 Budget

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors has scheduled a series of public hearings to make revisions to the 2020-21 Budget.

Santa Cruz Mayor Urges Congress To Take Climate Action

A letter signed by 198 mayors called for Congress to invest in sustainability to serve those most affected by climate change and pollution.

City Of Santa Cruz Appoints Kim Krause As New Finance Director

Santa Cruz City Manager Martín Bernal has announced the appointment of Kim Krause to the position of Finance Director.

Sonja Brunner Announces Candidacy For Santa Cruz City Council

Sonja’s driving force behind running for council is her desire to apply an equitable lens to all issues concerning Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz Company Accused Of Padding Invoices, State Says

The company will pay $100,000 in penalties after submitting invoices with embellished expenses and work hours, according to a settlement.

Santa Cruz County Budget Decreases $36M Amid Coronavirus

The overall $878 million budget represents a $36 million decrease from Fiscal Year 19- 20, or 4 percent.

Disposable Cup Fee Delayed In Santa Cruz County: Report

More than 400 businesses in unincorporated parts of the county will not be subject to the fee until 2021, the Santa Cruz Sentinel reported.

Local Chalk Art Project Helps Highlight Importance Of Census

Santa Cruz County officials have partnered with cities, the arts council and local artists to drive Census participation among residents.