The Watsonville Police Department is hiring, trainees, academy graduates and Police Officer Laterals. Join our team to make an impact on our community! Click here to apply now!
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It’s so easy to just leave a sleeping child in the car because you will “only be a minute”. But even with the windows “cracked,” the inside of your car will heat up quickly and a child’s body heats up three to five times faster than an adult.
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The program offers pet food, animal parasite control, new leashes, collars, and even pet toys. Stop by the Farmers Market or contact Jen Walker, Program Manager at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter at 831-454-7235. Read on...

It’s cleanup time! Do you have products that contain toxic ingredients such as pesticides, auto products, used batteries or light bulbs sitting inside your garage or taking up space in your cabinets? Read on...

For the third year in a row, Chief of Police David Honda has given the green light to Watsonville police officers to forgo facial hair grooming so they can participate in a fun-raising event for the children of Jacob's Heart Cancer Support Service. Read on...

It’s important to remember that dogs are vulnerable to injuries and illnesses related to hot weather including heat stroke, sunburn, and foot pad burns. Read on...

Join us for Music in Plaza Thursday, June 22nd from 6-8 p.m. in downtown Watsonville. These free summer concerts will take place the 2nd & 4th Thursday! Read on...

Officer Bribiesca will provide community oriented, pro-active police enforcement efforts in the downtown area. Read on...

The City is moving forward with improvements to our Code Enforcement structure and operation. Read on...

In 2016, the City of Watsonville experienced a decrease in crime rates compared to 2015. We did not have a single homicide and robberies were reduced by 55.8%. Read on...

The City of Watsonville strives to maintain a high level of service at the lowest cost to our residents.

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Please note that the City of Watsonville Code Enforcement Division has increased enforcement activities throughout the City. Read More...

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...

Stay up to date with upcoming events happening in Watsonville...


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It’s more convenient than ever to recycle responsibly in Watsonville!
In-store take-back programs are free for residents.
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The City of Watsonville is saddened to learn of the passing of Patricia McQuade ...


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The City Council approved an expenditure plan that included seven transportation projects to be funded by Measure D...
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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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The HERO program is now available to Watsonville homeowners.

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The water line replacement project has started in various streets of Watsonville!

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Cruz511 In Your Neighborhood is a program designed to connect with people who are interested in leaving their car at home... Read on...

Watsonville's Parks & Community Services Dpt. is pleased to announce the winner of the 2017 Watsonville Strawberry Festival... Read on...