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...
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...
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...
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...
Don't miss Open Streets in Watsonville on Sunday, June 3rd from 11 am-4 pm. Come out and enjoy this free pop-up street park with no cars! There will be free raffles, games, music and community groups! Read on...
Please join us for a public meeting to discuss Affordable Housing Development Fees on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 5:30 pm in the Civic Plaza Community Room. Your input will assist the City in determining how to meet its affordable housing needs! Read on...
Are you an incoming junior or senior enrolled in a Pajaro Valley Unified School District High School? If so, we have the perfect internship program for you! Gain career readiness skills, leadership skills, earn elective credits & receive a $500 stipend! Read on...
The City of Watsonville is offering early voting for Santa Cruz County Residents beginning May 7, 2018, through Election Day on June 5, 2018. Read on...
Graniterock Company started the Airport Blvd. Improvements Project on Monday, April 23, 2018. This is part of a larger vision for traffic, bike, and pedestrian safety.
"Every day is Earth Day" was not always so popular. The environmental activism that created Earth Day was part of a larger movement, as concerned citizens collectively rose up and demanded that an ethic of care be extended to our more than human world. Read on...
The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter will be offering: free rabies shots; free distemper/parvo shots; microchip and also free and information about low-cost spray neuter on Saturday, May 19th from 10 am-1 pm. Read on...
On Saturday, April 14th, 21 volunteers from the Watsonville Environmental Science Workshop, Watsonville Wetlands Watch, and Watsonville High School partnered with the City's Parks and Community Services to plant trees in Marinovich Park on 2nd Street. Read on...
Join us on Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 12 pm - 4 pm in our Historic Watsonville City Plaza for our 16th Annual Day of the Child and Earth Day Celebration. Read on...
We invite the community to join us on Monday, April 16th at 5:30 p.m. in the former Council Chambers at 250 Main Street to provide input on the City's CDBG Action Plan for 2018. Read on...
Join us for the Wine, Beer and Art walk on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Downtown businesses will provide great samplings of locally produced wines, craft beers, local art and delicious treats. Read on...
The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade is a huge part of our community. As we prepare to celebrate this year we need community members to join forces with us to continue this beloved tradition in an enjoyable and safe manner. Read on...
Working smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a fire. Remember that having working smoke alarms in the home and testing them monthly is important. Read on...
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.
In commemoration of the City’s 150th Birthday, we invite you to be part of the Watsonville Sesquicentennial 150 Club. The 150 Club allows individuals & families to become a part of history. Read on...
On March 30th at 5:30 p.m., we will be having a celebration at the historic Watsonville City Plaza for the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of our City. We invite you all to join us! Read on...
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...
The City of Watsonville’s Engineering Division is excited to begin improvements on Airport Boulevard as part of a larger vision for traffic, bike, and pedestrian safety. Read on...
We get it, dog poop isn't super fun to pick up. However, cleaning up after your dog is central to being a good dog parent, and we cannot stress how important it is to support the health of our watershed. Read on...
The City of Watsonville will be holding a Special Municipal Election on June 5, 2018. The nomination period will open on March 7, 2018, and close on March 14, 2018, to fill the vacancy in District 2. Read on...
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...
Stop by our Parks and Recreation Department at 231 Union Street to register for youth soccer (ages 6-12). For more information call 768-3240. Read on...
The Watsonville City Plaza was partially donated by Sebastian Rodriguez in 1860. The land was overgrown with bushes, trees and had cattle grazing. Read on...
The City of Watsonville Parks and Community Services Department is currently accepting nominations for the 16th Annual Cesar E. Chavez Community Awards. Read on...
Registration for the RISE Community Art Classes is open until January 22nd. Classes are available for ages 11-22 years old and are $40. Classes offered include: Acoustic Guitar; Expressive Painting; Community Theater; Hip Hop Dance; and African Drumming. Read on...
Happy Holidays! Please note that most City offices will be closed over the holidays. City offices will reopen on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Except for public safety and other essential services. Your garbage and recycling services will operate as usual. Read on...
City of Watsonville Temporary Flower Sales Deadline Approaching/Se aproxima la fecha límite para solicitar permisos de ventas temporales de flores en la Ciudad de
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Throughout 2018 the City of Watsonville will be celebrating its 150th Anniversary! Information on upcoming events, historical photos and ways to share your memories will be available on the website at www.watsonville150.org. Read on...
Join the Watsonville Bike Shack, Bike Santa Cruz County, and Bike Friendly Watsonville for free bike repairs and a community bike ride on Saturday, December 9, 2017 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Watsonville Bike Shack located at 555 Main Street. Read on...
Take advantage of the generous rain barrel rebate provided by Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency. Residents in Watsonville & unincorporated areas of the Pajaro Valley are eligible to receive up to a $750.00 rebate on a catchment barrel. Read on...
The Watsonville Police Department raised $5,427 to help bring awareness about breast cancer and support those organizations that help those afflicted. Read on...
Part of the grant is to focus on education and our first school was Starlight Elementary School. Our traffic officers spent the day with kids and school staff to talk about and practice traffic safety. Read on...
