Council recommends appointing Tamara Vides as Interim City Manager

The City Council has recommended Tamara Vides to serve as the Interim City Manager, upon Matt Huffaker’s departure and until a permanent replacement can be found. The appointment will come before the Council on November 30th. 

Vides has worked for...

Watsonville Police shares holiday travel tips as it gears up to deploy additional officers

Airports and roads may seem jam-packed this year as AAA predicts more than 53 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 13% from 2020. 

Many will be hitting the road soon and the Watsonville Police Department is reminding drivers...

Scammer claims to be Watsonville Chief of Police and requests donations

During this time of the year, we can expect scammers to be out in full force!

Unfortunately, the latest phone scam to hit our area has already proven to be effective, leaving a local business out hundreds of dollars.

The phone scam invol...

Indoor mask order issued in Santa Cruz County

Order goes into effect November 21

With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations increasing as we move into the holidays and winter months, the Santa Cruz County Health Officer is issuing a Health Order, effective November 21, 2021 at 11:59 p.m., requiring all individuals to wear a face coverin...

Complete our Survey for Ramsay Park!

The Ramsay Park Renaissance is under way! Through this historic project, $23 million will be invested in our community's largest park and greatest recreational resource. 

The City of Watsonville is currently working with Verde Design, Inc. on the ...

Concerns over "sewer-like" smell

Our staff is actively investigating the odor

Watsonville police officers complete 80-hour advanced leadership course

The course focused on leadership principles

Several Watsonville officers recently completed an 80-hour advanced course focused on leadership principles and providing them the tools needed to make a positive impact within our police department and community. 

Officers and deputies from nearl...

Council Chambers Audio-Visual Upgrade Project - Addendum 1

Download: Council Chambers Audio -Visual Project Upgrade - Addendum 1

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Food scrap collection reinstated across Watsonville schools

City staff train personnel from each school

The City’s Green Schools Program has reinstated its food scrap collection at schools across Watsonville. 

City staff train personnel from each school and build student-led “Green Teams.” 

The City and schools ...

2021 Pink Patch Project campaign raises more than $21,000 for families affected by breast cancer

This is the most we have raised since starting this project in 2017

The Watsonville Police Department’s 2021 Pink Patch Project campaign has come to an end with more than $21,000 raised for the Katz Cancer Resource Center!

This is the most the department has raised since starting the project in 2017. 

The November ...

Coffee with a Cop scheduled for December 2

We hope to see you there!

Coffee with a Cop is back one last time before the end of 2021!

Join us Thursday, December 2 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at McDonald’s on Freedom Boulevard.

This is a great opportunity to strike up casual conversations with the men and women who serve this communit...

Residents receiving fraudulent phone calls demanding past due payment

The fraudulent calls appear to be coming from the City of Watsonville.

Several Watsonville residents have been receiving automated voicemails claiming they have past due balances and that their power/utilities will be shut off unless a payment is made immediately.

These fraudulent calls appear to be coming from the ...

Our Town is Taking Bold Steps & Committing to Climate Action

On October 26, the City Council unanimously approved the 2030 Climate Action & Adaptation Plan....

Our Town is Taking Bold Steps and Committing to Climate Action

On October 26, the City Council unanimously approved the 2030 Climate Action & Adaptation Plan. Thank you to all who came out to show their support!  With this, we have co...

AdHoc Committee Final Report

Download the Final Report.....

To download the report please visit the following link:

https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/2245/Ad-Hoc-Committee-Reports

NOTICE OF RANDOMIZED ALPHABET DRAWING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Randomized Alphabet Drawing for the Tuesday, December 7, 2021, Special Municipal Election will be held on:

Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. in the City Clerk’s Office lobby of the Civic Plaza, located at 2...

Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report

Report Available Now

Click here to see the Report - Haga clic aquí para ver el informe

https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/DocumentCenter/View/17222/2020-CAPER-final-draft-for-public-commenting

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Ramsay Park - Watsonville Slough Connector Trail Project

Construction begins Monday, August 23, 2021!

The City of Watsonville, with Granite Construction, Inc., will begin construction of the Watsonville Slough Connector Trail at Ramsay Park on Monday, August 23. Construction is anticipated to occur through the end of February 2022.

Construction will take p...

Homemade Holiday Family Event

Feel the warmth of the holidays at our cozy winter program ~

Feel the warmth of the holidays at our cozy winter program ~ Channel your creativity into decorating an ornament, make a fun-sized Shrinky Dink, and snap a photo at our selfie station all while listening to live music! 

Our Homemade Holiday progra...

Freedom Branch Temporary Library Closure

Effective Thursday, November 18th, the Freedom Branch Library will be closing due to road surface repairs on Airport Boulevard.

Effective Thursday, November 18th, the Freedom Branch Library will be closing due to road surface repairs on Airport Boulevard. The library will reopen upon completion of the project.

The Main Library will remain open during the closure ~ visit our downtow...

In Person Storytimes Return February 2022

Stay tuned! Our in-person storytimes will return in February 2022.

Attention storytime attendees ~ Our virtual Bilingual Baby Laptime that occurs on Wednesday mornings will be going on a break while we prepare to bring back in-person storytimes in the New Year. 

Stay tuned! Our in-person storytimes will return in...

Monthly PJ Storytimes

Get Cozy with monthly PJ Storytimes

Grab your favorite stuffed animals and slippers! Come to our Pajama Storytime on the third Tuesday of every month dressed in your favorite pajamas, and have fun with stories and songs.

Our first Pajama Storytime will take place at our Main Library, Storyti...

~ 2021 Poetry Contest Winners ~

We are pleased to announce our 2021 Poetry Contest Winners!

We are pleased to announce our 2021 Poetry Contest Winners!

Middle School Division: "Over the Border" by Giselle Mota-Cardenas 

High School Division: "For Others" by Jiggy Joce / Jocelyn Castillo 

Adult Division: "...

Virtual Classes & Learning for Older Adults

Know an older adult (50+) who is looking for learning experiences from the comfort of their home?

Know an older adult (50+) who is looking for learning experiences from the comfort of their home? GetSetUp is an online platform and community that helps older adults enjoy more fulfilling, independent, and socially connect lives through learning.&nbs...

Monterey Bay Aquarium Passes Return

The Shelf to Shore program will resume at the Watsonville Libraries starting Monday, November 8th.

The Monterey Bay Aquarium remains committed to providing free access for those who reside in Monterey or Santa Cruz counties and cannot afford to visit. The Shelf to Shore program will resume at the Watsonville Libraries starting Monday, November 8th.&...

Expanded Library Hours for Main Library

The Main Library will now be open earlier Monday - Friday as well as Monday evenings.

Did you know that we will be expanding our hours at the Watsonville Public Library, Main Branch starting Monday, November 8th? We will be open Monday through Thursday from 10am-8pm, and Fridays from 10am-6pm.

¿Sabía que ampliaremos nuestro horario en la Bi...

Lego® Master Builders Program Returns

We are back in action ~ Be a Master Builder at our Library Lego® Club!

We are back in action ~ Be a Master Builder at our Library Lego® Club! Once a month get creative with a provided theme or build whatever you want with the library’s collection of bricks. Bring the whole family along to join in on the fun...

Complete our Survey for Ramsay Park!

The Ramsay Park Renaissance is under way! Through this historic project, $23 million will be invested in our community's largest park and greatest recreational resource. 

The City of Watsonville is currently working with Verde Design, Inc...

Camp WOW Winter Break Day Camp

REGISTER HERE.

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Ramsay Park - Watsonville Slough Connector Trail Project

Construction begins Monday, August 23, 2021!

The City of Watsonville, with Granite Construction, Inc., will begin construction of the Watsonville Slough Connector Trail at Ramsay Park on Monday, August 23. Construction is anticipated to occur through the end of February 2022.

Construction will take p...

FLYERS Afterschool Program

Parents looking for a safe, educational and fun experience outside of the classroom should look no further than our FLYERS (Fun Loving Youth En Route to Success) program. Students receive homework help, arts, crafts, games, sports and a delicious snack. W...

Watsonville Police shares holiday travel tips as it gears up to deploy additional officers

Airports and roads may seem jam-packed this year as AAA predicts more than 53 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, up 13% from 2020. 

Many will be hitting the road soon and the Watsonville Police Department is reminding drivers...

Scammer claims to be Watsonville Chief of Police and requests donations

During this time of the year, we can expect scammers to be out in full force!

Unfortunately, the latest phone scam to hit our area has already proven to be effective, leaving a local business out hundreds of dollars.

The phone scam invol...

Watsonville police officers complete 80-hour advanced leadership course

Several Watsonville officers recently completed an 80-hour advanced course focused on leadership principles and providing them the tools needed to make a positive impact within our police department and community. 

Officers and deputies from nearl...

2021 Pink Patch Project campaign raises more than $21,000 for families affected by breast cancer

The Watsonville Police Department’s 2021 Pink Patch Project campaign has come to an end with more than $21,000 raised for the Katz Cancer Resource Center!

This is the most the department has raised since starting the project in 2017. 

The November ...

Coffee with a Cop scheduled for December 2

Coffee with a Cop is back one last time before the end of 2021!

Join us Thursday, December 2 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at McDonald’s on Freedom Boulevard.

This is a great opportunity to strike up casual conversations with the men and women who serve this communit...

Residents receiving fraudulent phone calls demanding past due payment

Several Watsonville residents have been receiving automated voicemails claiming they have past due balances and that their power/utilities will be shut off unless a payment is made immediately.

These fraudulent calls appear to be coming from the ...

Students sell otter pops to help WPD Pink Patch Project campaign

We’d like to thank Good Shepherd Catholic School and its student leadership council for donating more than $300 to our Pink Patch Project campaign!

The students put in a lot of effort and sold otter pops to raise funds for local families affected...

WPD officer honored with Mothers Against Drunk Driving Award

Watsonville Police Officer Evan Umstead was recently recognized for his commitment to keeping our community safe from drunk drivers. 

This past year, Ofc. Umstead took 24 intoxicated drivers off our roadways.

His efforts to prevent another life fro...

WPD CARE Team working to help individuals & families affected by mental illness

We’re living in stressful times and it’s absolutely normal for many of us to feel anxious, sad, or even overwhelmed. 

The good news is there is help. Our Crisis Assessment Response and Engagement (CARE) Team continues to provid...

Watsonville Police Department releases annual report

The intent of this report is to provide you with some insight into the organization of your department, highlight the major events of the previous year, and introduce new or innovative programs.  

As you read this report, we hope that reviewing th...

WPD awarded $125,800 in grants to increase road, bicycle, and pedestrian safety

The grants will prioritize the safety of our drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians

The Watsonville Police Department has been awarded two grants totaling $125,800 that will prioritize the safety of our drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. 

An $80,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety will allow us to provide ne...

Watsonville Police Department releases annual report

The intent of this report is to provide you with some insight into the organization of your department.

The intent of this report is to provide you with some insight into the organization of your department, highlight the major events of the previous year, and introduce new or innovative programs.  

As you read this report, we hope that reviewing th...

Food scrap collection reinstated across Watsonville schools

City staff train personnel from each school

The City’s Green Schools Program has reinstated its food scrap collection at schools across Watsonville. 

City staff train personnel from each school and build student-led “Green Teams.” 

The City and schools from the Pajaro Valley Unified...

Our Town is Taking Bold Steps & Committing to Climate Action

On October 26, the City Council unanimously approved the 2030 Climate Action & Adaptation Plan....

Our Town is Taking Bold Steps and Committing to Climate Action

On October 26, the City Council unanimously approved the 2030 Climate Action & Adaptation Plan. Thank you to all who came out to show their support!  With this, we have co...