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EDITH stands for Exit Drills In The Home
EDITH can help you and your family prepare for an emergency. Do you and your family know how to escape from your home during a fire? Read on... -
Watsonville PAL set to roll out new toddler program
Provides early childhood education through a structured circle time Read on... -
WPD & ABC to offer FREE workshop for businesses
Training focuses on alcohol-related laws Read on... -
The WPD family keeps growing!
WPD welcomes two new police officers Read on... -
PAL offers new program to keep kids active & healthy
We’ve teamed up with Beism to bring Parkour classes Read on... -
17th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Community Awards
The 17th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Community Awards will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2019. Nominations are currently being accepted until February 28th. Read on... -
WPD officers surprise boy during his 5th birthday party
Birthday celebrations are always special but more memorable when officers attend Read on... -
WPD cracks down on underage tobacco sales
Several people arrested during a recent operation Read on... -
Funding Opportunity to Address Countywide Homelessness
More than $10 million will be distributed locally through an RFP process & made available to local programs, services & facilities in Santa Cruz County. Read on... -
City Offices Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
City offices will be closed Monday, January 21, 2019 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. -
FLYERS Afterschool Program New Location
FUN afterschool program for 1st through 5th grade is now at CALLAGHAN PARK! Read on... -
Hwy 1 Improvement Projects Moving Ahead
The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is pleased to announce a big milestone for the Highway 1 Corridor Investment Program. Learn more about the Corridor Investment Program -
City Offices Closed in Observance of New Years
Happy New Year! Please note City offices will be closed Monday and Tuesday in observance of New Years! Read on... -
Holiday in the Plaza continues this Saturday!
Join us for hot cocoa and cookies, popcorn and pictures with Santa! We will also be showing a holiday favorite, The Santa Clause! Read on... -
WPD using Nextdoor to help make neighborhoods stronger & safer
We plan to share important news & emergency notifications relevant to your neighborhood. Read on... -
Holidays in the Plaza
Join us in celebrating the Holidays in the Plaza. To end our year of 150th birthday events, we will be celebrating all month long with a number of fun activities for all ages. Read on... -
Thanksgiving Closure
Please note that City offices will be closed Thursday, Nov 22nd and Friday, Nov 23rd in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Read on... -
Shop Til You Drop at Watsonville's Science Workshop!
The City of Watsonville's Environmental Science Workshop at 120 2nd Street is a stop along the Annual Holiday Factory Sale on Saturday, December 1st, from 9 AM - 4 PM. Support the workshop's free science programs by purchasing a student-crafted gift! Read on... -
Watsonville Holiday Factory Sale
Don't miss the Watsonville Annual Holiday Factory Sale on Saturday, December 1st. Shop high quality, locally crafted and produced gifts with special prices only available on this day! Read on... -
Watsonville Police & Fire raise more than $8,000 for families affected by breast cancer
We’re floored by the number of community members & businesses that supported our Pink Patch campaign Read on... -
Watsonville at the Helm: O'Neill Sea Odyssey Provides a Rite of Passage
City officials pause to appreciate a beneficial partnership with O'Neill Sea Odyssey that has spanned nearly two decades. Read on... -
WPD launches online tools aimed to help residents & improve safety
Two new online tools will provide residents with the latest information of what’s happening in the city & direct access to a crime reporting system. Read on... -
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Watsonville's Affordable Housing Programs
Join us to talk about the process of buying a house on Tuesday, October 16th from 6 pm-7:30 pm at E.A. Hall Middle School. Read on... -
Public Workshop for the Unified Corridor Investment Study
Join the discussion on Tuesday, October 16th at 6pm about transportation options for our community's mobility needs now and into the future. Read on... -
Come & Celebrate Watsonville's 150th Anniversary at the Giants Game
You're invited to join us on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 to celebrate the City's 150th anniversary at the San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres baseball game. Read on... -
First Time Home Buyers Forum
Join us on Wednesday, September 19th from 6-8 pm for a First Time Home Buyers Forum. Learn more about the process of buying a home and local programs that can assist you. Read on... -
Support WPD & WFD's Pink Patch Project
Watsonville police officers and firefighters are teaming up to help fight the battle against breast cancer and you can help! Read on... -
Grand Opening of Homeless Day Center in Watsonville
Please join us for the grand opening of the Watsonville Day Center on Monday, August 27th at 12 p.m. located at 104 Grant Street in Watsonville. Read on... -
First Time Home Buyers Forum
Join us on Wednesday, August 22nd from 6-8 p.m. for a First Time Home Buyers Forum. Learn more about the process of buying a home and local programs that can assist you. Read on... -
Watsonville's Coastal Cleanup 2018 - Harnessing the Power of People for Environmental Protection
Annual Coastal Cleanup Day is Saturday, September 15th from 9AM - Noon. Read on... -
Wanted - Water Quality Watchdogs
August is National Water Quality Month and the City of Watsonville is requesting help reporting crimes committed against our watershed. Vigilant residents can make a difference when it comes to preventing the pollution of local creeks. Read on... -
National Night Out Event Join “America’s Night Out Against Crime”
On August 7th the Watsonville Police Department’s Neighborhood Services Division will be celebrating National Night Out and neighborhood unity against crime. Read on... -
Progress for Pinto - The City Reports on Successful Lake Restoration
The City of Watsonville is proud to celebrate a banner accomplishment in the trajectory toward improved environmental quality for Watsonville; the completion of the Pinto Lake Restoration Project, a multi-year collaborative funded by the Clean Water Act. Read on... -
Main Library Cooling Center - Beat the Heat!
Our Main Street Library location is also a cooling center, which is very important for hot weather spells like this one. Read on... -
Watsonville Public Library Receives California Humanities Grant
Watsonville Public Library was selected as one of twelve libraries to receive $5,000 each to participate in the Library Innovation Lab grant program. Read on... -
Watsonville Strawberry Festival
Join us for a weekend of family fun, food crafts and entertainment on August 4th and 5th at 10am-7pm in Downtown Watsonville ! Read on... -
Music in the Plaza
Join us for our second year of Music in the Plaza summer concerts Read on... -
July is Parks & Rec Month
This July, the City of Watsonville is celebrating Parks and Rec Month with a variety of fun activities planned for residents of all ages and abilities. Read on... -
Watsonville Police Gives Back to the Community
Rudy always dreamt of having his very own BMX bike (they’re pricey). But he never imagined that Watsonville police officers would be the ones buying it for him! Read on... -
Happy Fourth of July - City Offices Closed today!
City offices will be closed Wednesday, July 4th in observance of Fourth of July. We will open for business as usual on Thursday, July 5th. Read on... -
Celebrate Independence from Pollution - Cleanup on July 5th
Join the City of Watsonville and Save Our Shores for a Star Spangled Cleanup on July 5th at Palm Beach State Park from 9AM - 11AM. Read on... -
Your electricity service is about to get a lot greener!
Monterey Bay Community Power is your official electricity provider, bringing you carbon-free electricity at rates lower than PG&E. You will see no change or interruption in your service. Learn more about the change and your options below: Read on... -
Plastic Free July: A Tale of Two Cities
Watsonville and Santa Cruz launch Plastic Free July Challenge, encourage residents to reduce waste size. Read on... -
4th ofJuly Illegal Fireworks Enforcement - Celebrate Responsibly!
The Watsonville Police Department will be doubling enforcement efforts to address illegal fireworks this year. Violators will now face criminal citations with fines up to $1,000 or one month in prison. Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - A Splash of Coral
Coral Plascencia, Solid Waste Aid 1 in our Public Works Department, is a sunshine daydream come true. She works hard every day to protect our community and environment, and when our team needs a dose of positive morale, we turn to Coral. Read on... -
Go Climb a Tree! OASIS Wins Best Youth Tree Photo
Taking the winning prize in one of our five #watsonvilleurbanforest Photo Sharing Contest categories, OASIS Outdoor Autism and Special Issues School is voted favorite for our Best Youth Tree Photo. Read on... -
2,000 Watsonville Youth Explore the Coast!
The City of Watsonville's Public Works Conservation Academy provided more than 2,000 local students and 200 adults trips to our Monterey Bay coast in partnership with the California Coastal Conservancy. Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - She's Emmazing
We feel safer splashing about in our waterways and oceans knowing Emma Kluzniok, our Environmental Projects Analyst, is in this world, minding our watershed's p's and q's (pints and quarts). Read on... -
Join the Green Side - Celebrating Two New Green Businesses
Two newly certified businesses recently joined the green side, the Watsonville Green Business Program. Congratulations and thank you to Revolution Gym and Wellness, and Totlcom Data Solutions for their hard work and commitment to people and planet! Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - Being Fab in the Lab
The verdict is in. Angie Avidano, Public Works Water Quality Lab Technician, is just fabulous both in and out of the City of Watsonville's Water Lab and everyone knows it, even the ducks. Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - Water Heroes Make the World Go 'Round
When scientists search other planets for life, water is the signal. Water makes earth unique and habitable and is crucial for human survival. Wherever water goes and flows, life is sure to follow. Meet our Water Heroes responsible for this vital resource. Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - Adulting is Easy with Irene!
Being a grown up is hard, and dealing with your finances can be even harder. It's a rare individual that can brighten up a task that gives many of us anxiety. If you are in need of a helping hand, or an extra comforting word of wisdom, Irene is queen. Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - Rosemarie is Royalty
Forget the royal wedding, and meet Public Works royalty, Rosemarie Dow. We are woman crushing on Rose, our Construction Inspector in our Engineering division, who will celebrate 34 years with the City of Watsonville this September. Read on... -
Public Works Profiles - Everybody Loves Ray Martin
No, not Raymond, yes Ray Martin! We are kicking off National Public Works Week by celebrating Ray's commitment and service to our Watsonville community and his irreplaceable role working for the public good. Read on... -
Downtown Watsonville Complete Streets Plan
The City will be hosting community workshops over the next year to obtain feedback from the community on desired improvements on two identified areas of downtown. Learn more about this project. -
Virtual Kidnapping
Recently, there have been three reported “Virtual Kidnappings” by victims in Watsonville. Virtual Kidnapping is an extortion scheme and has been around for decades. There are steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim. Read on... -
It’s compost time!
The City now has a composting program for residents who want to compost at home. Read on... -
150 Things to Do and See in Watsonville
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the "150 Things to Do and See" brochure that the Register Pajaronian put together in commemoration of the City's 150th Anniversary! Read on... -
The Watsonville Police Pink Patch Project was a Huge Success!
The Watsonville Police Department raised $5,427 to help bring awareness about breast cancer and support those organizations that help those afflicted. Read on... -
Watsonville Code Enforcement Division has increased enforcement activities
Please note that the City of Watsonville Code Enforcement Division has increased enforcement activities throughout the City. Read More... -
City of Watsonville Announces New Website & Refreshed Logo
We're excited to announce that big changes are coming as we work on revamping our communication efforts and rebranding our City image... Read More... -
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Recycle Your Used Motor Oil and Paint
It’s more convenient than ever to recycle responsibly in Watsonville!
In-store take-back programs are free for residents.
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Council Approves Transportation Projects to Be Funded by Measure D
The City Council approved an expenditure plan that included seven transportation projects to be funded by Measure D...
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Senior’s/Care Utility User’s Tax Exemption
Senior’s and Care customers living in the City of Watsonville are eligible for tax breaks on some of their utility bills.
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Cruz511 In Your Neighborhood Coming to Watsonville
Cruz511 In Your Neighborhood is a program designed to connect with people who are interested in leaving their car at home... Read on...
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