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Sustainability Now! Sunday, March 31st: The Green Energy Resource Rush & the American West with Professor Dustin Mulvaney
The Green Energy Resource Rush & the American West With Professor Dustin Mulvaney Solar electricity is the fuel of the future. But can we go solar without damaging the environment? Solar farms i...
Leash Law Advocates of Santa Cruz County
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From Lookout Local...
Santa Cruz Board of Supervisors Deadlock Over Rail Trail
Supervisor Zach Friend recuses, and Supervisors McPherson and Koenig voted against moving forward with segments 10 and 11 of the Coastal Rail Trail between 17th Avenue in Live Oak and State Park Drive in Aptos.
From The Mercury News...
Mudslide Closes Highway 9 Near Saratoga
CalTrans reports two miles of Highway 9 outside of Saratoga is closed because of debris from a mudslide.
From Santa Cruz Sentinel...
CEQA Lawsuit Targets Caltrans Highway 1 Project
Suit claims deficiencies in Environmental Impact Report for Highway 1 widening and Coastal Rail Trail Segment 12 construction.
From Monterey Herald...
Joby Delivers on U.S. Air Force Contract
Joby Aviation announced it will be delivering the second and third of three aircraft produced at its Pilot Production Line in Marina as part of a contract with the U.S. Air Force.
From Times Publishing Group...
Highway 1 Capitola Avenue Overpass Closes
The $79 million Highway 1 widening project will demolish and rebuild the Capitola Avenue overpass and is projected to take 14 months.
Santa Cruz County Supervisors to Consider Rail Trail EIR
The over 2,000 page final environmental impact report for the Coastal Rail Trail Segments 10 and 11 is on the agenda for the March 26 County Supervisor meeting.
Discussion on Watsonville Airport Master Plan Update Continues
As the Watsonville City Council updates the Watsonville Municipal Airport Master Plan for the first time in 20 years, questions remain over the crosswind runway.
BCycle E-Bike Coming to Capitola Soon
After the City Council approves a map of docking locations, 50 BCycles served by 100 docking stations will become active in Capitola.
Gary Griggs Recounts Building of Harbor
In this regular Our Ocean Backyard column, UCSC Professor Gary Griggs tells the story of the building of the Santa Cruz Small Craft Harbor.
Groups Oppose Santa Cruz Oversized Vehicle Parking Ban
Santa Cruz Cares and American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California are among those seeking to overturn Santa Cruz Planning Commission approval in February of the Oversized Vehicle Ordinance.
Santa Cruz Metro Appoints New CEO
Santa Cruz Metro announced that Corey Aldridge has been named as new CEO.
Draft 50-year West Cliff Vision Released
After several public engagement workshops over the last year, the City of Santa Cruz has released the community vision for the 50-year future of its beloved West Cliff Drive.
From Los Angeles Times...
Waymo Approved to Start Robotaxi Service in Los Angeles and San Mateo Counties.
On March 1, the California Public Utilities Commission gave approval for driverless taxi company Waymo to expand service into Los Angeles and San Mateo counties.
Capitola Intersection Approved for Upgrades
At its meeting Thursday, the Capitola City Council unanimously approved a "quick build" project at the Bay Avenue and Hill Street intersection consisting of reversible, adjustable bicycle and pedestrian safety enhancements.
Short-Term Capitola Intersection Improvement Plan Unveiled
A notorious intersection will get a close look from city leaders this week, after Capitola city staff and transportation planners unveiled a quick-build project encompassing changes at Bay Avenue and Hill Street.
From City on a Hill...
Students Voice Safety Concerns at Second TAPS Town Hall
Following December’s fatal loop bus crash that killed bus driver Dan Stevenson, students were finally able to address administrators.
California EV Sales Are Falling. Is It Just Temporary, or a Threat to State Climate Goals?
California electric vehicle sales dropped significantly in the last half of 2023, raising questions about the state’s ability to phase out gas-powered cars.
Cargo Traffic Jumped at L.A. and Long Beach Ports in January
The San Pedro ports had a busy January as they rebounded from last year’s labor troubles and picked up cargo redirected because of Suez and Panama canal troubles.
E-bike Program readies for Midcounty Expansion
The next phase of an electric bicycle program is preparing for launch next month and community members may see supporting infrastructure begin to pop up in the coming weeks.
With State Mandating Zero Emissions; Transit Agencies Split on Hydrogen vs. Electric
In September, Santa Cruz Metro made a big bet on the future of green public transit when it approved the purchase of 57 buses fueled by hydrogen—the largest order of hydrogen-fueled buses made so far in the U.S.
Planners Extend Santa Cruz RV Overnight Parking Ban
The Santa Cruz Planning Commission voted unanimously to renew a controversial RV overnight street-parking ban for at least the coming five years, several months ahead of its expiration.
Santa Cruz Metro Pacific Station Set to Close for Redevelopment
Big changes are coming to Santa Cruz Metro's downtown transit hub as officials push forward into the next phase of a major, multi-agency redevelopment project.
From CalMatters...
Californians Bought Record Numbers of Electric Cars as Industry Eyes Slowdown
Some automakers are reducing production of electric cars and Tesla sales have dropped. Can California sustain its record pace and meet the state mandate?
Santa Cruz County RTC to Assess Purpose, Needs of Passenger Rail Project
The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission will kick off its first meeting of 2024 by delving into one of its most high-profile projects.
From SF Gate...
Controversial California Bill Would Physically Stop New Cars From Speeding
The proposed bill would require new California cars to have a speed limiter.
Electric Rail to Las Vegas Keeps Rolling with New Federal Funding Approved
A project to connect Los Angeles and Las Vegas via electric high speed rail could break ground in early 2024, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced.
From The California Aggie...
A Guide to License Plates
The numbers and letters on your car can reveal more than you think.
Santa Cruz Metro CEO Michael Tree to Depart Agency
CEO/General Manager Michael Tree will retire from local transit agency Santa Cruz Metro on Feb. 16, less than two years into his tenure, due to “unexpected personal reasons.”
Santa Cruz County RTC Seeks Oversight Applicants
The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission seeks applicants to serve on a committee that keeps tabs on one of the county’s most important transportation funding sources.
From LA Times...
State Trying to Use Generative AI to Reduce Traffic
Caltrans has set a Jan. 25 deadline for tech companies to show how generative artificial intelligence might reduce traffic congestion in the state. This follows an executive order that Gov. Gavin Newsom signed in September related to this type of AI.
From SFGate...
Snow Shortage Followed by Potential Whiteout in Sierras
Heavy snow is projected in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Previously, warmer storms had been bringing precipitation mainly to higher elevations in the Sierras.
Driverless Cars Can’t Be Ticketed in SF for Speeding or Running Red Lights
San Francisco police officers have been operating for more than a year with guidance from their chief that California’s vehicle code doesn’t provide authority for them to ticket driverless cars for infractions like speeding or running red lights. Officers are still encouraged to report relevant information about incidents.
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