Stop Illegal Dumping Illegal dumping is a widespread problem that affects our quality of life. Besides being unsightly to look at, dumping also negatively impacts our natural environment and property values. Everyone in the County pays for the cost of cleanups. Everyone in the County pays for the cost of cleanups. Stop Illegal Dumping
CRV Redemption Changes Coming July 2025 As of July 1, 2025, the Ben Lomond Transfer Station will still be accepting all CRV beverage containers for recycling but will not be paying out CRV fees (5 cents for containers less than 24 oz; 10 cents for containers more than 24 oz; 25 cents for adult beverage boxes, bladders and pouches.) in exchange for the CRV beverage containers. Learn more! CRV Redemption Changes Coming July 2025
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ROADS STORM DAMAGE: 2015-2024 Our new GIS tool tracks all Santa Cruz County Roads Storm Damage from 2015-2024 is now live! SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ROADS STORM DAMAGE: 2015-2024
Sea Level Rise and Vulnerability Assessment Project The County of Santa Cruz is conducting a Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment as part of its Local Coastal Program (LCP) specifically focused on addressing coastal hazards. Sea Level Rise and Vulnerability Assessment Project
Food Donation Opportunities in Santa Cruz County Explore our directory of locations where you can donate food across Santa Cruz County! Food Donation Opportunities in Santa Cruz County
Recovery Permit Center is here until December 2024 If you own a parcel that sustained structural damage in the CZU Complex Fire, the Recovery Permit Center (RPC) and its dedicated staff are here to assist. RPC permitting services are available by appointment until December 31, 2024, at 701 Ocean Street, 4th Floor, from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Recovery Permit Center is here until December 2024
Children's Crisis Center We're happy to announce that work is progressing at the Children's Crisis Center! Children's Crisis Center
CDI Annual Report The 1st ever CDI report has been published and offered a summary of all projects in 2023, staff background and more. CDI Annual Report