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Families and individuals are invited to the City of Watsonville Plaza on
Saturday, November 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to assist City workers
and other community organizations as they begin the task of decorating
the Plaza for the Holiday in Lights Celebration. More information here (PDF 61K).
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The Parks and Community Services Department Winter/Spring 2009 Activity Guide is now available here (PDF 2.5 MB).
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The City of Watsonville has developed a new Stormwater Management Plan. This document provides detailed information on programs and policies aimed at protecting and enhancing the water quality of our sloughs and creeks. The plan is available here and the appendices are available here.
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The City of Watsonville has completed construction of the new four-story Watsonville Civic Plaza Building at 275 Main Street. The City has three commercial spaces for lease: two office spaces and one food service/retail space. For a summary of the available space, see the information packet. Questions regarding the space should be directed to Marty Ackerman, Director of Redevelopment and Housing at 831-768-3083 or by email at mackerman@ci.watsonville.ca.us. |
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Save Money on Your Home Energy Bills!
The Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments has partnered with PG&E to provide residents of Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Benito counties, including Watsonville residents, with free home energy surveys, free light bulbs and more to help residents lower their energy usage and save money on their natural gas and electricity bills. Hospitality businesses, such as restaurants and hotels, can also receive a free energy survey.
More Information.
Más información.
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Watsonville Police Department Receives $3,000 from the California Kids' Plate Program for Child Safety Seat Distribution to Watsonville Families.
More information.
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The Parks and Community Services Department offers the Commemorative Tree and Bench Program
as a way for the public to honor and commemorate individuals, families and organizations. It is also a special way to fund needed trees and benches for city parks. More information.
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Country Home magazine ranks Watsonville in the top 10 Best Green Places to live in America for 2008. The Second Annual Report ranks Most Eco-Friendly Cities and Towns. The report is in the April green issue of Country Home which hits newsstands March 18th. Check out a video clip (6.5 MB) of an eco-friendly Watsonville. For more information, see the media release and PowerPoint presentation (58.2 MB).
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Affordable homes for sale available now - no lottery required!
New and resale condos, townhomes and single-family homes with up to four bedrooms, located in various Watsonville neighborhoods, are currently listed for sale through the City of Watsonville Affordable Housing Program. Prices range from $194,000 to $403,000. These homes are available to eligible low- or moderate-income, first-time homebuyers. Down payment assistance loans from the Redevelopment Agency are available to eligible buyers of these homes.
Information in English.
Informaciòn en Español.
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The new City of Watsonville administrative offices are now open at 275 Main Street, Suite 400 (4th Floor). The parking garage next to the new civic plaza is also open. The entrance to the parking garage is on Rodriguez Street.
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Information about foreclosure for homeowners can be found below.
Home Ownership Preservation Foundation
www.consumer-action.org
www.consumer-action.org (en Español)
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The Parks and Community Services Department is hiring Recreation Leaders, Sports Officials and Scorekeepers. If you are enthusiastic, conscientious and love to work with youth, the PCS Department may have the job for you. See the City of Watsonville employment page for job descriptions.
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The Public Works and Utilities Department offers the Environmental Science Workshop for young people to learn through inquiry, exploration and peer consultation. Visit www.ci.watsonville.ca.us/scienceworkshop for more information.
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