Supervisor Manu Koenig

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⚠️ Traffic Advisory: Soquel-San Jose Road ⚠️Drivers should be aware that striping removal work will take place on Soquel...
06/18/2026

⚠️ Traffic Advisory: Soquel-San Jose Road ⚠️

Drivers should be aware that striping removal work will take place on Soquel-San Jose Road this Saturday, May 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Work will occur between Soquel Drive and Olive Springs Road. Traffic impacts are expected to be minimal, but motorists may experience brief delays while crews are working.

Please use caution, follow all traffic control signs, and allow a little extra travel time if you're traveling through the area.

Thank you for your patience as this work is completed.

Reposting from our friends @ Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office ...⚠️ BEACH HAZARDS WARNING ⚠️Over the past few weeks, l...
06/11/2026

Reposting from our friends @ Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office ...

⚠️ BEACH HAZARDS WARNING ⚠️

Over the past few weeks, law enforcement and fire crews have responded to an increased number of water rescues. With warm weather expected this weekend, beaches across Santa Cruz County are expected to be crowded. Please keep safety a top priority:

•Never turn your back on the ocean.
•Watch for sneaker waves and changing surf conditions. These powerful waves can surge much higher and farther up the beach than expected.
•Know how to recognize and respond to rip currents.
•Keep children within arm’s reach near the water.
•Swim near staffed lifeguard towers whenever possible.
•Stay off rocks, jetties, and driftwood near the surf zone.

Elevated temperatures and a long-period southerly swell are creating dangerous ocean conditions. A Beach Hazards Statement remains in effect through 9:00 p.m. June 11, with hazardous surf expected through the weekend.

Stay alert, stay informed, and help keep our beaches safe.

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE JUNE 8-12: THURBER LANE 🚧County road crews will be conducting tree trimming and vegetation managem...
06/05/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE JUNE 8-12: THURBER LANE 🚧

County road crews will be conducting tree trimming and vegetation management work on Thurber Lane from June 8–12, between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM each day.

To improve safety, crews will trim and remove trees that pose potential hazards. During work hours, Thurber Lane will be fully closed near 4672 Thurber Lane.

A detour will be available via Helen Avenue, Pestana Avenue, and Cabrillo Avenue. Traffic control and detour signage will be in place.

Thank you for your patience as we work to keep our roads safe and well maintained.

Prescribed burn in Soquel Demonstration Forest today. No need to worry!
06/04/2026

Prescribed burn in Soquel Demonstration Forest today. No need to worry!

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELED: The applicant for the East Cliff Surfer Statue has withdrawn the Coastal Developme...
05/26/2026

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CANCELED: The applicant for the East Cliff Surfer Statue has withdrawn the Coastal Development Permit application prior to the appeal hearing. As a result, the Planning Commission hearing scheduled for tomorrow has been canceled.

Thank you to everyone who planned to participate and stay engaged in the process.

Today, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors today accepted the final report for the Santa Cruz Container-Based San...
05/20/2026

Today, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors today accepted the final report for the Santa Cruz Container-Based Sanitation Pilot Program, an innovative effort exploring low-water, low-cost sanitation solutions for disaster response, rural communities, and underserved residents following the CZU fires.

This pilot helped evaluate alternative sanitation systems that could support emergency preparedness, wildfire recovery, and infrastructure resilience in Santa Cruz County. The findings highlighted both the potential benefits and the practical challenges of container-based sanitation systems.

Thank you to Design4Earth (formerly GiveLove), County staff, partner agencies, and community participants who helped make this pilot possible through years of collaboration, research, and on the ground work.

OPAL CLIFFS (“PRIVATES”) BEACH ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS HEAD TO COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATORThe County of Santa Cruz Zoning Ad...
05/12/2026

OPAL CLIFFS (“PRIVATES”) BEACH ACCESS IMPROVEMENTS HEAD TO COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

The County of Santa Cruz Zoning Administrator will consider proposed improvements at Opal Cliffs County Park, commonly referred to as “Privates” Beach, during the Friday, May 15 Zoning Administrator meeting.

The proposed project, located at 4520 Opal Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, includes:
• Removal of the existing 9-foot-tall fence and gate
• Construction of a new 3-foot split-rail fence
• Installation of updated park signage
• Recognition of existing landscape improvements

The project requires a Coastal Development Permit and Site Development Permit for signage and public infrastructure improvements.

ZA Meeting Information:
Friday, May 15, 2026
9:00 AM
County Government Building Basement
701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz 95060

View the agenda and Zoom participation information here:
County of Santa Cruz Zoning Administrator Agenda https://www2.santacruzcountyca.gov/planning/plnmeetings/ASP/Display/ASPX/DisplayAgenda.aspx?MeetingDate=5%2F15%2F2026&MeetingType=2&utm_source=chatgpt.com

Public comments may be provided in person or virtually. Written comments may also be submitted to project planner Alexandra Corvello, (831) 454-3209 or [email protected] before the hearing.

Join me for Office Hours tomorrow, Wednesday May 6 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Sheriff’s Center at 5200 Soquel Ave, g...
05/05/2026

Join me for Office Hours tomorrow, Wednesday May 6 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Sheriff’s Center at 5200 Soquel Ave, ground floor. First come, first served!

🚧 Road Work Update: Maintenance Underway 🚧The County of Santa Cruz is kicking off its annual road maintenance program, w...
05/05/2026

🚧 Road Work Update: Maintenance Underway 🚧

The County of Santa Cruz is kicking off its annual road maintenance program, with targeted spot pavement repairs happening now through June 18, 2026 across mid-county. Work is scheduled during the drier months to ensure the most effective repairs on our most worn roadways.

🗓 Project Schedule & Locations:
• Laurel Road (near Redtail Ridge): April 27 – May 4
• Skyland Road (various locations): May 5 – May 12
• Miller Hill Road (Silver Mountain Dr to Miller Cutoff Rd): May 13 – May 14
• Stetson Road (Miller Hill Rd to Comstock Mill Rd): May 18 – May 22
• Redwood Lodge Road (Tall Tree Hill to Soquel San Jose Rd): May 26 – May 28
• Morrell Road (near 23700): June 1 – June 2
• Long Ridge Road (various locations): June 3 – June 5
• 41st Avenue (Melton St to Bain Ave): June 8 – June 10
• Happy Valley Road: June 11
• Chanticleer Avenue (Soquel Dr to Portola Dr): June 15 – June 18

⏰ Work Hours: Weekdays, 8:30 AM – 4 PM
🚦 Traffic control will be in place—please plan for brief delays in active work zones.

In addition to paving, crews will continue vegetation management, drainage clearing, and pothole repairs throughout the season.

📬 Stay informed: Subscribe for Road Impact Notifications at bit.ly/newsletter-cdi

Yesterday I had the honor of emceeing the celebration of the upcoming opening of the Santa Cruz County Bridge House, and...
04/22/2026

Yesterday I had the honor of emceeing the celebration of the upcoming opening of the Santa Cruz County Bridge House, and it was a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish when we work together. This new 32-bed facility will provide more than just a place to stay—it offers a pathway to stability, pairing housing with behavioral health services so people can truly heal and move forward.

Bridge House represents a collaborative effort between the County, Housing Matters, and many dedicated partners who are committed to addressing homelessness in a meaningful, lasting way. By focusing on person-centered care and longer-term support, we’re creating better outcomes for individuals and a stronger, healthier community for all of Santa Cruz County

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