Another priority in Santa Cruz is economic development which is a government policy to increase the economic, social welfare and ensuring a stable political environment. One of the main ways of strengthening the economy is through the support of new and existing businesses and there are many resources that the City and County have provided to help.
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Office Location:
701 Ocean St, room 520 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 |
Contact:
Andy Constable Economic Development Manager (831) 454-2397 (direct) andy.constable@santacruzcounty.us |
Other resources regarding Economic Development within Santa Cruz County include the BAE urban economics, which has information on demographics, economics, real estate market, and an analysis of future projections in the county and the Santa Cruz County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, approved in 2015, which is a 5-year plan that outlines the economic development goals of our community.
Capital Projects
The Capital Projects Division of the Public Works Department provides support and project management services for a variety of public works facilities as well as other departments managing capital improvement projects. These projects are just one way the County of Santa Cruz improves the economic development of the cities within the county.
Current Projects:
The Capital Projects Division of the Public Works Department provides support and project management services for a variety of public works facilities as well as other departments managing capital improvement projects. These projects are just one way the County of Santa Cruz improves the economic development of the cities within the county.
Current Projects:
- Twin Lakes Beachfront Improvement
- Roundtree Rehabilitation and Re-Entry
- Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health Office Building
- Measure S Libraries
- Juvenile Hall
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Office Location:
701 Ocean Street, Room 401 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 |
Phone: (831) 454-2160
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City of Santa Cruz
With a land area of 12.7 square miles, Santa Cruz is the most populous incorporated city in the Santa Cruz County. The Economic Development Office in the City of Santa Cruz aims to increase and support viable, sustainable, and innovative economic activities throughout the city by supporting businesses with the necessary tools and resources. These resources include financing information, and resources for new and existing businesses.
Current projects:
With a land area of 12.7 square miles, Santa Cruz is the most populous incorporated city in the Santa Cruz County. The Economic Development Office in the City of Santa Cruz aims to increase and support viable, sustainable, and innovative economic activities throughout the city by supporting businesses with the necessary tools and resources. These resources include financing information, and resources for new and existing businesses.
Current projects:
- Fiber
- Santa Cruz Warriors
- Metro Pacific Station
- Abbott Square
- Tannery Arts Center
- National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
- Wharf Master Plan
- Wayfinding
- Highway 9/ Highway 1 Intersection
- Lower Pacific Avenue Parking Study
- Levees Project
- St. Stephens Senior Housing
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Office Located:
337 Locust Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Mon – Fri: 8am-5pm |
Click here to read about key issues that the city of Santa Cruz would like to address, priority projects to accomplish, community goals and the anticipated role of the private sector in meeting these needs, found in the Santa Cruz County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy plan.
City of Watsonville
Watsonville, California is known for its long and rich heritage as a center for agro-business. What many may not know is that Watsonville is a proving ground for entrepreneurs and businesses from all types of industries and emerging technologies. Its central location, nestled between the Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz mountains, offers growing companies quick and easy highway access, while avoiding daily traffic snarls. Watsonville’s location is topped only by its ideal climate and the rustic, small town charm of a close-knit rural community. It’s no wonder many entrepreneurs and their families have come to Watsonville to find what they need most — growing opportunities.
Current Projects:
Watsonville, California is known for its long and rich heritage as a center for agro-business. What many may not know is that Watsonville is a proving ground for entrepreneurs and businesses from all types of industries and emerging technologies. Its central location, nestled between the Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz mountains, offers growing companies quick and easy highway access, while avoiding daily traffic snarls. Watsonville’s location is topped only by its ideal climate and the rustic, small town charm of a close-knit rural community. It’s no wonder many entrepreneurs and their families have come to Watsonville to find what they need most — growing opportunities.
Current Projects:
- Main Street Improvement
- Fiber Optic Cable
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Office Located:
275 Main Street Suite 400, 4th Floor Watsonville, CA 95076 Mon - Fri: 8am-5pm |
Click here to read about key issues that the city of Watsonville would like to address, priority projects to accomplish, community goals and the anticipated role of the private sector in meeting these needs, located in the Santa Cruz County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy plan.
City of Capitola
With only encompassing 2 square miles, Capitola is the smallest incorporated city in the Santa Cruz County. Located just south of Santa Cruz, Capitola is best known for its Venetian townhouses, shops, bistros, and amazing views from the Wharf. Below are the current projects and project proposals within the city of Capitola to ensure the economic development within city and the county. Here is a link to the City of Capitola's Economic Strategic Plan that includes community goals, retail goals and much more.
Current Projects:
With only encompassing 2 square miles, Capitola is the smallest incorporated city in the Santa Cruz County. Located just south of Santa Cruz, Capitola is best known for its Venetian townhouses, shops, bistros, and amazing views from the Wharf. Below are the current projects and project proposals within the city of Capitola to ensure the economic development within city and the county. Here is a link to the City of Capitola's Economic Strategic Plan that includes community goals, retail goals and much more.
Current Projects:
- PG & E Community Pipeline Safety Initiative
- New Capitola Branch Library
- Monterey Park Skate Park
- Rispin Park Project
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Office Located:
420 Capitola Ave. Capitola, CA 95010 |
Phone: (831) 475-7300
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Click here to read about key issues that the city of Capitola would like to address, priority projects to accomplish, community goals and the anticipated role of the private sector in meeting these needs, located in the Santa Cruz County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy plan.
City of Scotts Valley
Located in the western region of the Santa Cruz mountains, Scotts Valley is a small suburban community with a historical past. Once a stagecoach stop between San Jose and Santa Cruz, Scott Valley's history goes back as far as 150 years. Below is a list of current projects that are through the Planning Department of Scotts Valley who is responsible for long term-planning regarding growth and development of the city.
Currents Projects:
Located in the western region of the Santa Cruz mountains, Scotts Valley is a small suburban community with a historical past. Once a stagecoach stop between San Jose and Santa Cruz, Scott Valley's history goes back as far as 150 years. Below is a list of current projects that are through the Planning Department of Scotts Valley who is responsible for long term-planning regarding growth and development of the city.
Currents Projects:
- Enterprise Way
- The Terrace at SV Planned Development
- 1440 Center
- Glenwood Open Space Management Plan
- Gateway South Retail Store
- Dunslee Way Planned Development
- 440 Kings Village Road
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Office Location:
One Civic Center Drive Scotts Valley, CA 95066 |
Contact: cityhall@scottsvalley.org
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Click here to read about key issues that the city of Scotts Valley would like to address, priority projects to accomplish, community goals and the anticipated role of the private sector in meeting these needs, located in the Santa Cruz County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy plan.
Aptos
Aptos is known for its scenic Seascape community and beautiful homes. This oceanside town features redwood trails leading to beaches with a population of just under 10,000, Aptos provides a rich small-town feel with much to do. Below you can find current projects and community enhancements that the community is working on to improve the economic development within Aptos.
Current Projects:
Aptos is known for its scenic Seascape community and beautiful homes. This oceanside town features redwood trails leading to beaches with a population of just under 10,000, Aptos provides a rich small-town feel with much to do. Below you can find current projects and community enhancements that the community is working on to improve the economic development within Aptos.
Current Projects:
- Atkinson Lane
- Art in Aptos
- Graffiti Task Force
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Office Location:
7605-A Old Dominion Court Aptos, CA 95003 |
Phone: (831) 688-1467
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Click here to read about key issues that the county unincorporated areas would like to address, priority projects to accomplish, community goals and the anticipated role of the private sector in meeting these needs, located in the Santa Cruz County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Plan.