Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 9, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including public health, environmental protection, housing, and infrastructure. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a $712,000 consulting services contract with Mythan Incorporated for the Greyhound Rock Cabins and Environmental Education Center project, and a Request for Proposals (RFP) for engineering design and environmental services for Shark Fin Beach access parking lot improvements. The board also approved Measure Q grant funding recommendations totaling approximately $2.74 million for tier one projects and $2.8 million for tier two projects, focusing on water and wildfire protection, parks, and community access, with some adjustments made to prioritize wildfire resilience and equity. Additionally, the board authorized placing a ballot measure on the November 2026 ballot to amend the county code to strengthen protections against offshore oil drilling and deep sea mining, reflecting a policy decision that could impact future environmental and infrastructure projects. Several zoning and land use ordinance amendments were discussed and approved to streamline housing development, including ministerial rezonings to facilitate affordable housing projects and updates to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations to comply with state law. The board also held multiple public hearings and approved fiscal year 2026-27 sewer service charge reports for various county sanitation districts. Motions were passed unanimously or with strong majorities on these procurement and policy items, demonstrating the board's commitment to advancing infrastructure, environmental protection, and housing initiatives in Santa Cruz County.