Code of Conduct for Classes

The Capitola Police Department will host its annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Jade Street Park. Come and join your neighbors to enjoy crafts, jump houses, a K-9 demonstration, plus a free BBQ. 

Exhibit officially opened December 9th -- with a gorgeous cake!

Views of Capitola's Past Capitola's most often remembered times, and events.

Please join the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission and Alex Lucero in hosting The John Michael Band, for the fifth in a series of "Virtual" Twilight Concerts.

John Michael Band was formed in 2010. The Band plays clubs from Santa Cruz, Monterey to Los Gatos and San Jose. It is upbeat and versatile band, playing Rock, Funk, Soul, Blues and Reggae ranging from bands such as, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Allman Brothers, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Sublime, Nirvana, Bob Marley, Alice in Chains, Pink Floyd, Temptations, Rolling Stones, Van Halen, Doobie Brothers, Ozzy Osbourne, Cheap Trick, Stevie Wonder, Chris Isaak and more!!!

The Concert will be streamed live to Facebook.  No Facebook account is required.

Click Here to Watch the Concert

Please join the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission and Alex Lucero in hosting Not So Young, for the fourth in a series of "Virtual" Twilight Concerts.

Not So Young, out of Santa Cruz Ca, is a dedicated group of musicians that capture the mood and raw energy of the classic Neil Young song book. Representing over 40 years of Neil Young music, Not So Young delivers a wide assortment from the Godfather of Grunge. Every time you see “Not So Young” perform, you will be glad you came out to “Feel the Neil”!

The Concert will be streamed live to Facebook.  No Facebook account is required.

Click Here to Watch the Concert

Our world has changed drastically since the last election, and the November 3, 2020, Presidential General Election is also changing. To provide a public forum for feedback, questions, and discussion, Santa Cruz County Clerk Gail Pellerin will hold a “Voting Matters” Zoom session twice a month until Election Day. 

The next "Voting Matters" Session will be held at 6pm, Thursday, August 20

1. Click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84623216255?pwd=SDVtZEI5VIFQTDFFckVvMi8zVWpsdz... OR 
2. Call: 1-699-900-9128
   • Meeting ID: 846 2321 6255
   • Passcode: 523889

Thank you for your interest in our democratic process! The “Voting Matters” Zoom event is open to the public and nonpartisan. Anyone interjecting partisan politics will be muted.

In Santa Cruz County, of the 166,000 registered voters, 120,000 have already signed up to receive their ballot in the mail. There will be 15 ballot drop boxes installed throughout the county for voters to easily return their voted ballots. Voters can also mail their ballots as long as they are postmarked on or before Election Day. In addition, voters may drop their ballot off in person at one of 17 voting locations.

In November, instead of the county’s traditional polling places, there will be 17 voting locations where voters can obtain a ballot, turn in a ballot, register and vote on the same day, or vote an accessible or Spanish ballot on the tablet. Any voter can go to any location.

Consolidating voting locations improves the county’s ability to protect health and safety, including implementing physical distancing and wearing masks, disinfecting surfaces and voting equipment, providing hand sanitizer and more, including screening poll workers for symptoms. Voters will be asked to follow these guidelines to protect themselves and to protect others.

             NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Capitola on Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at 7:00 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California, for consideration of an 11-lot Subdivision for 5 duplex town homes and 1 single family home in conjunction with a Design Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance for decreased front and side yard setbacks in the CN (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District located at 1575 38th Avenue; Assessor's Parcel Number 034-181-17 (Application No. 15-160). This project is not located in the Coastal Zone. An exemption has been prepared for the project pursuant to CA Public Resources Code Section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.

2014 Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show June 7th and June 8th

The Village will be closed similar to the Art and Wine event.  Capitola Ave. between Stockton Ave. and Monterey Ave., San Jose Ave. between Capitola Ave. and the Esplanade will remain closed to all vehicle traffic, except for participants and foot traffic for the duration of the show.  Road Closed barricades will be at Esplanade at Stockton Ave., Capitola Ave at Stockton, Monterey Ave. at Fannmar Way, and San Jose Ave. at Cherry.  The hours of the closures are from 0500 hours (when the barricades go up) to 1800 hours.  During the show hours, VIPs will monitor the boundaries.  See attached map for details.

Shane Dwight

Blues

Lanai Financial Solutions, Christine McBroom

Sambada'

Afro-Brazilian

Zelda's

Broken English

Latin

Marriot Fairfield Inn - Capitola

Extra Large

Funky Fun

Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria

Lyin'i's

Eagles Tribute Band

JR Parrish Real Estate

Congratulations to Detective Leo Moreno as the 2015 recipient of the Herb Ross Community Achievement Award. Detective Moreno.

Final Official Election Results of the City of Capitola November 8, 2016, General Municipal Election:

The City Council will meet on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2016, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers to recite the results of the election, administer oath of office of newly elected officials, recognize its outgoing elected officials, and reorganize its members by selecting a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. For more information regarding the results of the November 8, 2016, President General Election you may click on the Santa Cruz County Election website.

Resolution No. 4056 adopted on June 23, 2016, ordering an Election, Requesting County Elections to Conduct the Election, and Requesting Consolidation of the Presidential General Election in the City of Capitola on Tuesday, November 8, 2016

Resolution No. 4057 adopted on July 28, 2016, to add a Ballot Measure seeking voter authorization to extend the sunset date on an existing one-quarter cent (0.25%) transaction and use (“sales”) tax to maintain fiscal stability and protect essential city facilities and services (see link below to view Resolutions)

The following persons have been declared as candidates for the two (2) City Council seats and one (1) City Treasurer to be voted upon at the Municipal Election on November 8, 2016 (FPPC = Fair Political Practices Commission):

Note: Candidate Statements are provided in links below (Ed Bottorff, Bob Edgren and Kristen Petersen; Peter Wilk did not provide a statement)

Councilmember Candidate (Incumbent)
Edward Bottorff
PO Box 1361, Capitola
Phone: (831)247-8111
Email: ebottorff167@yahoo.com
website: www.edforcapitola.com

FPPC Form 410 Statement of Organization
FPPC Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement
FPPC Form 700 Conflict of Interest Statement

FPPC Form 460 1st Pre-Election Campaign Disclosure

Councilmember Candidate
Kristen Petersen
207 Oakland Avenue #2, Capitola
Phone: (831)435-0806
Email: ladykpetersen@gmail.com
Website: www.kristenforcapitola.com

FPPC Form 410 Statement of Organization
FPPC Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement
FPPC Form 460 Consolidated Campaign Disclosure Form
FPPC Form 700 Conflict of Interest Statement

FPPC Form 460 1st Pre-Election Campaign Disclosure

Councilmember Candidate
Bob Edgren
204 Monterey Avenue, Capitola
Phone: (831)402-2111
Email: bobedgren@aol.com
Website: www.bob4capitola.com

Councilmember Candidate
Sam Storey (Write-In Candidate)
705 Escalona Drive, Capitola
Phone: (831)607-1037
Cell: (831)239-9396
Email: samforcapitola@yahoo.com
Website: www.samforcapitola.org

FPPC Form 410 Statement of Organization
FPPC Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement
FPPC Form 700 Conflict of Interest Statement

FPPC Form 460 1st Pre-Election Campaign Disclosure

*Links to Filed Campaign Finance Reports and Forms are listed below.

CAPITOLA MEASURE F

On July 28, 2016, the City Council passed a resolution (link below) to place a ballot measure on the November 8, 2016, Municipal Election Ballot pertaining to extending the sunset date on the existing one-quarter cent (0.25%) transactions and use (“sales”) tax to maintain fiscal stability and protect essential City facilities and services. Following is the ballot measure question:

Without increasing taxes, shall the City of Capitola extend the 2017 sunset date of its current one-quarter percent sales tax for an additional ten years to protect essential city services and facilities, such as police and emergency safety programs, protect the wharf and beach from storms and rising sea levels and maintain and improve parks, sidewalks and bike lanes with all funds staying local?

Capitola is a wonderful place to live and visit. The many amenities that we enjoy here – the beach, Soquel Creek, our parks, our walking town, the Wharf and our safe community – they are all major parts of what we identify with as Capitolans.

Together we passed Measure D in 2008, a one-quarter cent sales tax, which generates about $1.1 million a year.  This tax will expire in 2017.  Today, we continue to have important needs, and we are asking you to vote to extend this tax for ten years. This measure will support the following important projects:

Refurbish the Wharf, originally built more than 150 years ago, to protect it and maintain it for future generations.

Preserve the beachfront, our creek, and lagoon from storms.

Ensure the Police Department is fully staffed, as has been achieved since the sales tax was first enacted.

Improve our parks, sidewalks and bike lanes.

Capitola’s population swells in the summertime and expenses for public safety and increased recreational activities skyrocket.  We need a fully staffed Police Department to ensure public safety year-round, including during periods of increased demand each summer. 

It is time for us to take care of the Wharf and beach for the next generation.  With sea level rise and a predicted increase in the frequency and intensity of storms, this is an important issue for us. The City budget includes funds for minor Wharf repairs, but major repairs are very expensive.

We want to provide our community with the highest level of service, PROTECT OUR ENVIRONMENT and ENHANCE PUBLIC SAFETY. This small tax is spread across a broad spectrum of people including tourists and visitors.

Please VOTE "YES" on this measure and help us continue to keep Capitola the wonderful place that it is.

Stephanie Harlan, Vice Mayor
Michael Termini, City Council Member
Carin Hanna, Business Owner/Craft Gallery
Rudy Escalante, Chief of Police
Gayle T. Ortiz, Vision Capitola

In 2004, City voters approved a temporary ¼ percent sales tax (also known as the transaction and use tax) increase, which was originally scheduled to sunset on June 30, 2010. In 2008, City voters extended the sunset date to December 31, 2017. As a result of these two voter approvals the current sales tax rate in Capitola (combined state and other local sales tax) is 8 ¾ percent.  This ordinance, if adopted by the voters, would extend the expiration date of this temporary sales tax increase for an additional ten years, to December 31, 2027. 

All City revenue generated by this sales tax is used by the City to pay for general City programs and services, including public safety, wharf, beaches, parks, and street and sidewalk improvements.  As such, this ballot measure proposes a “general tax” rather than a “special tax” and requires a simple majority vote for adoption.

The above statement is an impartial analysis of the proposed sales tax increase ordinance.

Tony Condotti, City Attorney

The Capitola City Council has placed a measure on the November 8, 2016 ballot, asking voters to approve an extension of the current one-quarter of one percent (0.25 percent) Measure D transaction and use tax (approved in 2008) for ten years. If passed by a simple majority of the voters voting on the measure, the Ordinance would expire automatically on December 31, 2027, unless further extended by the voters.

It is estimated that the ten-year extension will generate approximately $1.1 million annually for a total over ten years of $11 million. The actual amount of revenue will vary based on economic conditions, growth or declines in the sales tax base, and inflation.

The revenue generated will fund general governmental purposes including wharf and beach maintenance, police services, and bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements. Annual audits showing where the revenue was spent will be conducted and made available to the public.

Mark Welch, Finance Director

Following is the video link to the  the October 5, 2016, Capitola Chamber of Commerce sponsored Candidates Forum Capitola Candidates Forum 

The Registrar of Voters is the County Elections Official and the office conducts all Federal, State, County, Municipal, School District, and Special District scheduled and special elections. The ROV Office is also responsible for voter registration, education and outreach; maintenance of registration files; verification of initiatives, referenda and recall petitions; and filing of campaign reports.

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Phone 831-454-2060
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ALL NOTICES AND PRESS RELEASES ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH LINKS BELOW

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the Director of Public Works of the City of Capitola, California, on or before July 27, 2016 at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in his office at 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California, 95010, for the following work and improvements in and for the City, at which time they will be publicly opened and read.

The work to be performed under this contract includes, but is not limited to: mobilization; traffic control and construction signage; traffic striping, traffic markings, and markers removal; slope grading and retaining wall (less than 3 feet high); over-excavation if required, conform grinding, removal of asphalt concrete (AC) and aggregate base (AB), placement of AB, hot mix asphalt (HMA) overlay; cold in-place recycling (CIR) and cold milling of asphalt pavement, construction of concrete curb ramps, spandrels, curb, and other concrete improvements as required; adjusting of utility features (e.g. water valve boxes, sanitary and storm drain manhole frame and covers); placement of thermoplastic traffic stripes, pavement markers, and thermoplastic pavement markings; storm drain improvements (storm drain inlet, storm drain pipe) and all other work as shown on the Plans and as described in the Caltrans Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions to provide a complete project.

Engineer’s Estimate: $1,195,000

Each bid must be accompanied by a cashier's check, certified check, or Bidder's Bond executed by a corporate surety authorized to engage in such business in the State of California, payable to the City of Capitola, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, a Labor and Material Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, and a Defective Materials and Workmanship Bond in an amount equal to ten (10%) percent of the contract price. Said bonds shall also be executed by a corporate surety authorized to engage in such business in the State of California and be made payable to the City of Capitola.

General requirements, plans, specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the office of the Director of Public Works, City Hall, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California 95010 or by calling (831) 475-7300, or on the City’s website at www.cityofcapitola.org

To download the project documents, please complete the following information.

Take advantage of this service provided by GreenWaste
Recovery to help you with your spring cleaning! Dispose of one
bulky item and seven bags or cans of garbage, not to exceed 50
lbs. each. All items must be curbside by 6:00 a.m. on your regular
day of service. Household hazardous waste will not be accepted.
For bulky items please call GreenWaste Recovery to schedule a
pick up at 800-665-2209.

Bay Shore Lyric Opera presents Verdi’s sophisticated Shakespearean comedy "Falstaff ." Brimming with backfired plans, failed disguises, and uproarious personalities, this brilliant opera—Verdi’s last—features one of Shakespeare’s most memorable characters: the rotund and lovably oafish knight Falstaff, from the Bard’s Henry IV and The Merry Wives of Windsor. In this operatic take, Falstaff attempts to seduce two wealthy (and married) women—but they concoct their own scheme to expose him for a fool.

Sung in English with orchestra
Conductor: John Graulty

Artist: Anya Bates
Media: Collage and watercolor

Reflections of 2020, the good, the bad, & the ugly. Through it all resilience is strengthened.

Please click link below for detail. 

Incumbent   www.kristenforcapitola.cam    ladykpetersen@gmail.com    831-435-0806    Age: 33

Since my election to Capitola City Council in 2016, I have taken an active role in many local, regional, and statewide projects and initiatives to benefit the residents of Capitola. I added youth members to all of the City’s advisory bodies, chaired committees to address coastal resiliency and village enhancement, created a task force for economic resilience, and supported residents impacted by the COVID pandemic. Additionally, I fundraised for our new Capitola Branch Library opening this winter, pushed for the development of a hotel on the new Capitola Mall site rather than in the village, secured dedicated funding for children’s programs, and helped raise money for multiple local agencies including the Capitola Police Department and Junior Guards. 

I’ve spent many hours meeting with residents and community groups, advocated on behalf of business owners, volunteered at community events, and built relationships throughout the region and state to champion the City of Capitola. In my next term, I am looking forward to supporting the development of affordable housing, confronting the impacts of climate change, and striving for an equitable recovery from the COVID pandemic.

I’ve found great joy in serving this City that my family has called home for four generations. I am eager to finish what we have started in the past four years and begin to consider innovative ways of moving into the next four years. Please vote to re-elect Kristen Petersen to Capitola City Council. www.kristenforcapitola.com

EN ESPANOL:

Desde mi elección para el Concejo Municipal de Capitola en 2016, he asumido un papel activo en numerosos proyectos e iniciativas locales, regionales y de todo el estado para beneficiar a los residentes de Capitola. Agregué miembros jóvenes a todos los cuerpos consultivos de la Ciudad, presidí comités para abordar la flexibilidad costera y la mejora de la comuna, creé una fuerza de trabajo para la flexibilidad económica y brindé apoyo a residentes afectados por la pandemia de COVID. Además, recaudé fondos para nuestra nueva Biblioteca de la Sucursal de Capitola que se inaugurará este invierno, luché por el desarrollo de un hotel en el sitio del nuevo Centro Comercial de Capitola y no en la comuna, conseguí financiamiento dedicado para programas infantiles y ayudé a recaudar dinero para múltiples organismos locales incluyendo el Departamento de Policía y los Guardias Juveniles de Capitola. 

He dedicado muchas horas a reunirme con residentes y grupos comunitarios, abogué en nombre de propietarios de negocios, trabajé como voluntaria en eventos comunitarios y entablé relaciones a lo largo de toda la región y el estado para defender a la Ciudad de Capitola. En mi próximo mandato, estoy ansiosa por brindar apoyo al desarrollo de viviendas asequibles, confrontar los impactos del cambio climático y luchar para que la recuperación de la pandemia de COVID sea equitativa.

Me ha producido gran alegría servir a esta Ciudad a la que mi familia ha llamado hogar durante cuatro generaciones. Estoy impaciente por finalizar lo que hemos iniciado en los últimos cuatro años y comenzar a considerar formas innovadoras de iniciar la trayectoria de los próximos cuatro años. Vote para reelegir a Kristen Petersen para el Concejo Municipal de Capitola. www.kristenforcapitola.com

Small Business Owner   www.margauxforcapitola.com  margauxforcapitola@gmail.com  831-334-1799  Age: 33

I have decided that I want to represent the community on Capitola’s City Council. With many recent shifts happening in regards to the COVID19 pandemic, I have found that there is no better time than now to stand up and represent Capitola residents. As a twelve-year resident and small business owner, my heart and soul belong to this town and I would want nothing more than to be the voice of the people. 

We have watched the pandemic wreak havoc on Capitola businesses, employees, and tourism and I want to help us recover and move forward. I want to allow hard working people to continue to have a place here in our town even in the wake of hard times. There is room for those that can benefit our community and society.

Yes, business is important, but so is maintaining our quaint “Capitola By The Sea”. There needs to be a balance of environment, community, safety, and business in order for everything to thrive here. I feel that going through the quarantine over the last few months has solidified how important our environmental and community surroundings are, and we need to fight to maintain them.

EN ESPANOL:

He decidido que quiero representar a la comunidad en el Concejo Municipal de Capitola. Se han producido numerosos cambios recientes con respecto a la pandemia de COVID-19, por lo que he determinado que no hay mejor momento que el actual para que me ponga de pie y represente a los residentes de Capitola. Como residente desde hace doce años y propietaria de un negocio a pequeña escala, mi corazón y mi alma le pertenecen a esta ciudad y no hay nada que quisiera más que ser la voz de la gente.

Hemos visto que la pandemia causó un caos para los negocios, los empleados y el turismo de Capitola y quiero ayudar a que nos recuperemos y avancemos. Quiero permitir que la gente que trabaja con ahínco siga teniendo un lugar aquí en nuestra ciudad incluso después de tiempos difíciles. Hay espacio para quienes pueden beneficiar a nuestra comunidad y sociedad.

Sí, los negocios son importantes, pero también es importante mantener nuestro pintoresco “Capitola Junto Al Mar”. Debe haber un equilibrio entre el medio ambiente, la comunidad, la seguridad y los negocios para que todo prospere aquí. Siento que pasar por la cuarentena durante los últimos meses ha consolidado la importancia que tiene nuestro entorno medioambiental y comunitario y debemos luchar por conservarlo.

Account Executive & Business Owner|the.will.of.Capitola@gmail.com|www.linkedin.com/in/willreising|831-234-6896|Age: 45

I have lived in Capitola for most of my life. The Capitola Jetty is where I surfed my first wave at 10 years old and fell in love with our beaches. The Capitola Mercantile and Restaurants are where I had my first jobs and started to earn the benefits of hard work and self reliance. I have been a musician in this town and cherish the value of and understand the challenges for our artists. I came up through the Soquel School District and put myself through college. I was the 2nd graduating class at CSUMB and have since worked for some of the largest technology companies in the world IBM, Oracle, now Google as a technologist and Account Executive.  I am a homeowner, business owner, and a working father.  I know hard work.  I know the importance of scale with caution and compassion.  I know how to deliver results in chaos and in calm. I will earn your vote for City Council Member of Capitola if you give me the honor.

EN ESPANOL:

He vivido en Capitola casi toda la vida. Fue en Capitola Jetty que practiqué surf en mi primera ola a los 10 años de edad y me enamoré de nuestras playas. Fue en Capitola Mercantile y sus Restaurantes donde tuve mis primeros empleos y comencé a recibir los beneficios del trabajo con ahínco y la autosuficiencia. He sido músico en esta ciudad y comprendo y aprecio el valor de los retos para nuestros artistas. Logré ascender en el Distrito Escolar de Soquel y pasé a cursar el colegio. Fui la 2da clase graduada de CSUMB y desde entonces he trabajado para algunas de las compañías de tecnología más grandes del mundo como IBM, Oracle, ahora Google como tecnólogo y Ejecutivo de Cuentas.  Soy propietario de casa, propietario de negocio y padre trabajador.  Conozco el trabajo con ahínco.  Sé de la importancia de ascender con precaución y compasión.  Sé cómo proporcionar resultados en el caos y en la calma. Obtendré su voto para Miembro del Concejo Municipal de Capitola si usted me hace el honor.

Financial Advisor/Lender    moneyconcepts.com/arovai   AnthonyRovaiForCapitola@gmail.com 831-475-3442 Age: 55

COVID has brought on some challenging times and tough decisions lie ahead for our amazing city. I believe my experience will best serve our community at this time. I graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in Marketing and Economics. As a Wealth Manager, Realtor® and Mortgage Broker I bring a trifecta of knowledge to my clients. I moved to Santa Cruz County in 1975. I have lived in Capitola for 23 years, remodeled two homes and built another gaining insight to the inner workings of our planning department.

I feel blessed to live and work in Capitola and I’m reminded of this every morning during my walk through the neighborhoods. We enjoy a healthy natural environment, clean, safe streets, vibrant business, social and cultural communities. Those are the qualities and services I will continue to prioritize as we balance the budget and build back better.

If you share my love for Capitola, like balanced budgets, and want to keep our community special, then vote for Anthony Rovai to bring commonsense solutions to Capitola. I will work hard to provide positive outcomes for our beloved City of Capitola.

I'd be honored by your vote. 

The Fair Political Practices Commission is to promote the integrity of state and local government in California through fair, impartial interpretation and enforcement of political campaign, lobbying and conflict of interest laws. The Political Reform Act requires candidates and committees to file campaign statements by specified deadlines disclosing contributions received and expenditures made. These documents are public and may be audited by the FPPC and FTB to ensure that voters are fully informed and improper practices prohibited. It is the responsibility of candidates and committees to understand the rules regulating their campaigns in California.

To view Fair Political Practice Commission (FPPC) filings for Capitola City Council Candidates via our NetFile portal, here, or use the link at the bottom of the page. 

Take advantage of this service provided by GreenWaste Recovery to help you with your seasonal cleaning!  Week of October 12th.

Dispose of one bulky item and seven bags or cans of garbage (not to exceed 50lbs. each). All items must be curbside by 6:00 a.m. on your regular day of service.

Household hazardous waste will not be accepted.
For bulky items please call GreenWaste Recovery to schedule a pick up at 800-665-2209.

Artist: Natalie Salerno
Media: Charcoal Pencil

I have decided to submit this artwork showing the most desired materials in 2020. 2020 was inflicted greatly by the COVID-19 virus; because of this, we were forced to lockdown and separate ourselves from others. We were told that all we could do was wash our hands, disinfect everything, social distance, and wear masks. To stay clean and safe, everyone began to mass purchase masks, Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer, and defiantly toilet paper.

Please click link below for detail. 

The Grant Application Period has been extended to August 15, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

The City of Capitola is pleased to announce the availability of funds for the 2022-23 Community Grant Program.

The Capitola Community Grant program is budgeted at $125,000 from the city general fund and $60,000 from dedicated youth and early childhood program funding. The youth and early childhood program funding is a percentage of the voter approved of transient occupancy tax.

The Capitola Community Grant program is open to non-profits and is intended to support local organizations that provide community, environmental and/or social services that benefit the City or the community and enhance the well-being of Capitola residents.

The General Fund Grant Program will focus on three Conditions for Health and Wellbeing.

• Stable, Affordable Housing and Shelter
• Health and Wellness
• Healthy Environments

In addition to General Fund Grants, the City of Capitola will be accepting grant applications for youth and early childhood programs.

The grants are for three year in the amount approved each year.

The City will be considering applications for both funding sources in the following amounts

• Operational (up to $7,500)

  • Support general operating costs for programs that foster health & well-being of Capitola residents

• Outcome ($7,500 - $15000)

  • Support implementation and/or evaluation of programs that foster health & well-being of Capitola residents; Directly benefits Capitola residents.

Please submit either the online application or submit the attached PDF application.

The 2022-23 Capitola Community Grant Application period will close August 1, 2022 at 5 p.m. *extended to August 15 at 5 p.m.

If using attached PDF application, please submit to communitygrants@ci.capitola.ca.us

Celebrate Earth Day by giving unwanted items a renewed purpose! Mark your calendars for the Capitola Citywide Garage Sale on Saturday, April 22. All you need to do is register online until April 20. The Friday before the Garage Sale (by noon), a map will be available to the public at City Hall (420 Capitola Ave.) and on our website listing all the addresses of the garage sale participants. Get your map and go find that one-of-a-kind treasure! 

After the Garage Sale, package up your unsold items to be picked up the week of April 24 on your regular garbage day by GreenWaste Recovery, or even better, donate the items to a charitable cause of your choice. This is a terrific opportunity to clean out your garage, and help to divert refuse from our landfills by reusing and recycling!

Fill in the form below to be included in the 2023 City Wide Garage Sale Map, available on April 20. 

The City of Capitola is pleased to announce the 2024 Local Government Academy. The Academy consists of a series of evening workshops intended to offer residents an overview of how local government works. The program is designed to promote civic participation, help residents better understand how our City works, and frame the City’s role in the larger community.  

This year, the Local Government Academy will consist of four sessions on March 12, March 19, April 9, and April 23. Each meeting will be approximately 2 hours in length, beginning at 6 PM. There is no cost to participate. The City Council will recognize Academy participants during a City Council meeting on April 25 at 6 PM. 

The application deadline is February 16, 2024.  Please apply by following the link at the bottom of the page (also hyperlinked here). If you have any questions, please contact Julia Gautho, City Clerk, at jgautho@ci.capitola.ca.us. 

There are four different types of residential parking permits - each with different rules, but each requires a parking permit that can be obtained from the Police Department. Parking permits are strictly enforced.

Enforcement of seasonal residential parking permits begins May 20th and through September 20th.  

Coffee and Surf Permits - The cost for this permit increased to $55.00

Capitola offers a coffee and surf permit that allows a vehicle to park in the village from 8:00 am to 10:00 am, 7 days a week.  You do not have to be a resident of Capitola.  This permit is available for purchase at the Capitola Police Department. 

See the below link for more information.

If you have any questions please call the Capitola Police Department Business Office Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., excluding Holidays at (831) 475-4242.

Capitola Soquel Chamber of Commerce

The Community Development Department for the City of Capitola is advertising for qualification submissions for the following project:

41st Avenue Corridor Plan

General work description:

The City of Capitola is seeking prequalification submissions from qualified firms for the development of a comprehensive Corridor Plan for the 41st Avenue Corridor, a key commercial and economic hub. The plan will focus on revitalizing the area by integrating mobility improvements, placemaking strategies, and housing development aligned with the City’s long-term vision. The selected firm will develop a strategic concept plan to guide future investments, improve infrastructure, support business growth, and enhance pedestrian, cyclist, and public transit accessibility. This plan will also align with the City's Housing Element and other ongoing efforts. Previous relevant studies, such as the 2009 "41st Avenue Corridor Economic Development/Mixed Use Revitalization Study" and the 2011 "41st Avenue/Capitola Mall Re-Visioning Plan", should be reviewed as part of this effort. Links below.

Maximum Budget: $105,000.

Proposals are due on or before 5:00 P.M. on Monday, February 3, 2025

The RFQ can be obtained on the City's website at www.cityofcapitola.org (Bids and RFPs), at the Community Development office.

Inquiries/submissions to: Katie Herlihy
Community Development Director
City of Capitola
420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
kherlihy@ci.capitola.ca.us
(831) 475-7300

All proposals must be delivered to the address provided above on or before the submission
deadline. Proposals submitted late, or via oral, telephonic, telegraphic, electronic mail, or
facsimile methods will not be considered or accepted.

NOTE: You must register below as a document holder to download the proposal documents and to receive updates and notices on the project.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the Director of Public Works of the City of Capitola, California, on or before February 8, 2017 at the hour of 11:00 a.m. in his office at 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California, 95010, for the following work and improvements in and for the City, at which time they will be publicly opened and read.

The work to be performed under this contract includes, but is not limited to: Install an adaptive traffic signal system at four intersections along 41st Avenue between Clares Street and Brommer/Jade Street, and all other work as shown on the Plans and as described in the Caltrans Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions to provide a complete project.

Engineer’s Estimate: $294,000

Each bid must be accompanied by a cashier's check, certified check, or Bidder's Bond executed by a corporate surety authorized to engage in such business in the State of California, payable to the City of Capitola, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, a Labor and Material Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, and a Defective Materials and Workmanship Bond in an amount equal to ten (10%) percent of the contract price. Said bonds shall also be executed by a corporate surety authorized to engage in such business in the State of California and be made payable to the City of Capitola.

General requirements, plans, specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the office of the Director of Public Works, City Hall, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California 95010 or by calling (831) 475-7300, or on the City’s website at www.cityofcapitola.org

To download the project documents, please complete the following information.

In March 2012 the Capitola City Council approved the “41st Avenue Median Public Art Project.” It is being created by Troy Corliss (Artist). This is by far the most significant art project that the City has undertaken, and is scheduled for completion this winter. The project will consist of large bright and colorful translucent “ocean theme” panels made of crushed glass and silicone. The assorted panels will appear as sails, kayaks and surfboards.

Artist: Kent Pickering
Media: Multi media

Enjoying the early morning beauty of 41st St. in Capitola

Please click link below for detail. 

Click the festival website link below to learn more about this year's event over the Labor Day weekend.

Click the festival website link below to learn more about this year's event over the Labor Day weekend.

Click the festival website link below to learn more about this year's event over the Labor Day weekend.

Artist: Sareh Khosravi
Media:Watercolor & Acrylic on watercolor paper

I am a digital collage artist but to meet the requirements I decided to paint my collage. 2020, the most eventful year of them all, was like a magician who kept pulling tricks. So much happened this past year, but I would like to remember my encounter with a rose I came across during one of my walks. The most beautiful rose of them all. A rose within a rose.

To view more of Sareh's work, please visit https://www.instagram.com/_sarehs_/

Please click link below for detail. 

Artist: Karen N. Williams
Media: Collage

This collage was created in November of 2020 as COVID-19 continued its rampage across the United States and across the world.  This passage from Ecclesiastes suggests that there is a sense of balance in our lives--where there is hate, there is also love; where there is weeping, there is also laughter; and where there is war, there is also peace.  I'm sure that all everyone is now praying for a new year filled with love, laughter, and peace.

Please click link below for detail.

by Carolyn Swift - former Director, Capitola Historical Museum

A Soquel tall tale involves a man of the pioneer era who tried to hock
his footwear for a pint of whiskey at a local saloon.

He asked the proprietor if he could "soak his boots." When the saloonkeeper grumbled, "You go and soak hell," the reaction tickled the bar patrons so much they applied the name of Soquel to the saloon, the ground it stood on and the entire surrounding township.

A century ago, this knee-slapper might have been hilarious, but the yarn was far from true, given the legacy of the Soquel Indians and the Rancho Soquel land grant that preceded American settlement-and yet, there is still good reason for hitching the sound of "soak" to Soquel.

The City of Capitola sits on the shores of the Pacific Ocean along Monterey Bay. Located just 35 miles southwest of San Jose and less than two hours’ drive from San Francisco, “Camp Capitola” began as a popular beachfront tourist destination. Today the City maintains those roots and has added a vibrant commercial district and several distinct residential neighborhoods. Nearly 10,000 people call Capitola home, and countless more visit to enjoy both its natural beauty and other attractions.
 

Named one of Sunset magazine’s best beach towns, Capitola has fishing and boating services, and a popular surf break. Capitola has an array of restaurants, shops, and entertainment. 

Capitola Village faces a wide beach, with a breathtaking view of Monterey Bay adjacent to the mouth of Soquel Creek. The Village has welcomed visitors for nearly 150 years and is home to numerous boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. Concerts fill Esplanade Park and the beach with music throughout the summer. For more than half a century, each Labor Day weekend welcomed the Begonia Festival  with flower-draped floats to the creek and a sand castle contest to the beach, along with other family-friendly activities. More recently the Capiotla Beach Festival continues the community tradition in September. Each fall the Village also hosts the Capitola Art & Wine Festival, which features more than 200 artists and nearly two dozen area wineries. The wharf and Capitola Historical Museum offer year-round diversions.

On the opposite side of the creek from the Village, the City has a public library, several well-used parks and established neighborhoods.  Further west, the commercial district along 41st Avenue is home to the only indoor mall in Santa Cruz County and more shopping, hotels, and dining.

OCTOBER 21 – October 27, 2024   

The City of Capitola Art & Cultural Commission is delighted to host the ninth annual Capitola Plein Air, juried art competition, exhibition, and sale. It is a FREE event, with hands-on art-making for all visitors, live music, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize.

Dozens of professional artists will paint en plein air in varied mediums, outdoors, throughout Capitola, at locations including New Brighton Beach, Depot Hill, the Esplanade, and the Jewel Box. 

The Exhibition and Art Sale is on Sunday, October 27th, from 11:00AM—4:00PM, New Brighton Middle School.  more than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition, exhibition and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award!

The best in show will be purchased for $1,800, and displayed as part of the City of Capitola’s public art collection. A $1000 second place prize and other ribbons will be awarded.

This event is FREE to the public. All are welcome! (But come prepared to purchase and collect a piece of Capitola Art and Culture if you are inspired!)

VIEW SCHEDULE

The City Manager’s Department is responsible for the overall administration of the City. Working closely with the City Council, this department’s priority is to assist them with policy legislation and direct policy implementation. In pursuing these endeavors emphasis is placed on excellence in customer services, thorough community out reach, recruiting and retaining skilled and knowledgeable employees, creating and maintaining a working environment that fosters creativity and innovation, and prioritizing scarce resources.

Under the Council-Manager form of government used by Capitola, the City Council appoints a City Manager to serve as the City’s chief administrative officer and be responsible for ensuring the policies of the City Council are implemented. The City Manager provides administrative direction and leadership to all City departments. The City Manager’s Office is responsible for a wide variety of activities including general administration, personnel and labor relations and the Redevelopment program.

Artist: Henry Carter
Media Wood Carving, Wood type, Butternut

This piece is 43 inches in height and took almost a year to complete. It consists of 5 pieces of Butternut glued together to make a  48 inch square plank. A CNC router was used to cut the hole for the mirror. The outer edge was done with a jig saw. After lots of gluing, lots of tool sharpening, much banging with chisels and a mallet and plenty of patience I found this in the wood! The Acanthus Leaf style is a traditional European pattern, but I added the shell, which is not traditionally used with this type of pattern, because of where I live in Santa Cruz.

Please click link below for detail.

The Americans with Disabilities Act gives civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, State and local government services, and telecommunications.
Questions or concerns regarding disabled access issues should be addressed to the Building Official, Robin Woodman at rwoodman@ci.capitola.ca.us(link sends e-mail) 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ACCOUNT CLERK

Salary: $26.82 - $32.60 per hour

Full-time / Regular
______________________________

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Account Clerk is a para-professional, clerical accounting position which performs accounting and finance-related clerical and administrative functions in support of City accounts receivable, accounts payable, business licensing, transient occupancy tax, and other accounting and bookkeeping activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Processes, issues, tracks, and answers questions from the public relating to business licenses.
• Accepts, verifies, summarizes, tracks, balances, and records cash receipts; prepares and balances bank deposits; issues cash receipts; in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepares, records, and tracks City billings for services, rents, transient occupancy tax, and other accounts receivable; answers inquiries from the public and City staff concerning the City’s accounts receivable records.
• Accepts, verifies, codes, and records vendor invoices into City’s financial database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Verifies that invoices submitted for payment are in compliance with the City’s purchasing policy.
• Answers telephone and greets public, prepares reports and correspondence; performs other finance-related clerical duties as directed.
• Answers inquiries from the public, vendors, payees, City staff and others about the account payable procedures.
• Reconciles the City’s bank statements, including LAIF accounts.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent with specialized course work in general office practices such as typing, office machines, bookkeeping/accounting, and electronic data processing; and
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible related experience in financial record-keeping and related duties; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing; modern office practices and procedures; and governmental accounting practices and procedures.
• Skill to proficiently operate listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform calculations and analyses accurately; write concise and accurate reports and correspondence; establish and maintain professional relationships with other City staff, management, elected officials, and the public; maintain the confidentiality of employer financial records; and work under time pressure and/or with frequent interruptions.

The City of Capitola is a very walkable/bike rideable community.  We are collecting information on how people utilize our sidewalks and paths to travel through town.  This process is part of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and ADA Transition Plan update for City facilities.

Local History
The Santa Cruz City/County Public Library. More than ninety articles on Santa Cruz County history. Many are illustrated with historical photographs. You can search the files, e.g., for articles that refer to Capitola -- Click on Search: Local History

Scotts Valley History Web
Historical topics. Historical photographs. From Scotts Valley Historical Society

UCSC Regional History Project
The Regional History Project has been documenting the history of the Central Coast of California and the institutional history of UC Santa Cruz since 1963, through oral history. This Web site includes the complete catalog of the collection, a photo gallery of historical images of the Central Coast of California, oral history resources, and links to other oral history sites on the Internet. 

Hihn - Younger Archive at UCSC

More city history can be found in the Historic Context Statement for the City of Capitola,
visible online under the Community Development tab at http://www.cityofcapitola.org

Students of the Soquel and Capitola School District - 1950s

Over 300 photographs of Soquel and Capitola students from 1950 to 1960 - 1950s Soquel and Capitola School District Photographs copied by the Soquel Pioneer and Historical Association.

At the April 9, 2015, Capitola City Council meeting the Council will be considering the adoption of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail Network Master Plan.

Adult Softball Registration Day is Tuesday March 1, 2022 8:30 am

The City of Capitola is committed to providing safe and affordable housing opportunities for all of its residents.  Over the years, the City has administered a number of affordable housing programs to assist low and moderate income households to purchase, retain, and maintain their homes. The Community Development Department is responsible for administering the City’s affordable housing programs.  Currently, the City provides sponsors or funding for the following programs:

MOBILE HOME PARK RENT STABILIZATION: On Thursday, May 25, 2023, the Capitola City Council adopted urgency ordinance 1059 to stabilize mobile home space rents by preventing excessive and unreasonable rent increases. There are approximately 681 total spaces in eight mobile home parks in the City housing between 7% and 10% of the population. Of these residents, many are low-income and/or elderly. Some mobile home parks are currently under long-term lease agreements that guarantee affordable rents for the foreseeable future, but at other parks that may not be the case. The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance, which took immediate effect and will remain effective until the State enacts any law more protective than this ordinance which stabilizes rents for mobile home park residents in Capitola, or on the effective date of a regular ordinance replacing this urgency ordinance. A full copy of the certified ordinance is available at City Hall and can be found attached below.

SECURITY DEPOSIT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:  This program is designed to aid eligible renters in Capitola, by offering eligible individuals and families assistance to cover a portion of their security deposit. This program does not reimburse a renter for a security deposit that has already been paid, and payments cannot be made after taking occupancy of the new unit. The household income cannot exceed 80% of median income.  Applicants must be determined to be eligible before moving in. This program is administered by the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz on behalf of Capitola.  Assistance is provided in the amount of up to one month’s rent.  The funds are considered a loan during the time that the renter occupies the unit.  When the renter moves, they are required to return the full amount of the security deposit assistance to the Housing Authority in the form of a check.   For more information, please see the Housing Authority website  under the programs menu, or call the Housing Authority at (831) 454-5977.

LANDLORD INCENTIVE PROGRAM:  This program is designed to assist Section 8 Landlords to reimburse expenses of up to $5,000 associated with unpaid rent, property damage, vacancy loss, and legal fees.  The program is a collaboration of the All In Landlord Partnership, under the auspices of the Homeless Action Partnership (HAP).  For more information, please see the Housing Authority website or call the Housing Authority at (831) 454-5977.

EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:   The emergency housing assistance program is designed to prevent very low income Capitola households from becoming homeless due to an unexpected financial event­ (such as job loss, sudden disability, or major medical expenses)­,  that prevents them from making their regular monthly rent or mortgage payment. The program provides one-time emergency grants for up to four months of rent or mortgage payments. The grants are paid directly to the landlord or mortgage company to prevent the household from being evicted or foreclosed upon. In order to be eligible for this assistance, households must be at or below 50% of median income and must include children, a disabled person, or an elderly person as household members. The program is the Capitola-funded portion of The Shelter Project, administered by the Community Action Board (CAB).  For more information, please see the CAB website or call CAB at 457-1741 to request assistance.

INCLUSIONARY (AFFORDABLE) HOUSING PROGRAM:  Adopted by the City Council in November 2004 and substantially updated in 2021, this program requires housing development projects in the City to contribute to the creation of affordable housing. Projects with seven or more for-sale housing units or residential parcels are required to reserve and restrict fifteen percent of the housing units for sale to moderate, low or very-low income households. The Inclusionary Housing Program also requires that resale restrictions be placed on these units to protect their long-term affordability for future buyers.

The sale and purchase of Inclusionary Housing units is subject to affordability restrictions.  To purchase an Inclusionary Housing unit, a household must earn less than 120% of median income, as published annually by the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development.  Income eligibility is determined at the time of sale by the Santa Cruz County Housing Authority.  In addition, prospective buyers are also subject to asset limitations which are equal to 1.5 times the income limit, excluding up to $500,000 in qualified retirement plans.  Current income and asset limits can be obtained by contacting the City at 831-475-7300.  Persons interested in purchasing an Inclusionary Unit must complete an application and submit it to the County Housing Authority with required processing fees. Inlcusionary units are sold through traditional real estate processes and can be found online through relators when available. 

Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Community Development Department at 831-475-7300.

Capitola Recreation is excited to offer an Afterschool Rec program at New Brighton Middle School. This program will run the entire school year.

Capitola Recreation offers afterschool recreation program to students from 1st grade through middle school. Students from Main St Elementary and Soquel Elementary can enroll in our program located at New Brighton Middle School. Students will be transported from their elementary school to program by City Staff. End of the day pick up will be at NBMS.

The Afterschool Rec Club provides activities in sports, technology, art and performance that focus on participant’s interests with the opportunity for leadership and decision making to enhance life, college and career readiness. Homework support and a healthy snack will be provided each day.

Program start date is Aug 9th, 2024. and runs through May 24th 2025. Space is limited, sign up today.

Soquel Elementary School Program: 

• Monday-Thursday 2:30-6pm, Fridays 11:45-5pm

• Pick up at New Brighton Middle School

Main Street Elementary Program: 

• Monday-Thursday 2:50-6pm, Fridays 11:50-5pm
• Pick up at New Brighton Middle School

New Brighton Middle School Program: 

• Monday - Thursday: 3-6 pm & Fridays 1:30-5 pm

Registration Fees are calculated by the number of school days in a month and number of hours in program. Cost varies by month and school. NEW! NBMS students have the option for a la carte registration. Elementary school students must enroll in monthly registraion.

Rates are based on the hourly rate Non-Resident $5.25/hr Resident $6.56/hr   

Call Capitola Recreation Division for more details 831-475-5935.

Park Avenue and all other roads in the City are open.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided in completing the form, or alternative formats of the form will be provided.

Submit an ADA related grievance using this electronic form. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan for public buildings, parks, and public rights-of-way. 

In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Capitola will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. 

Employment: The City of Capitola does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA.

Effective Communication: The City of Capitola will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the City’s programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.

Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The City of Capitola will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities.  For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in Capitola offices, even where pets are generally prohibited.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the City of Capitola, should contact the office of the City Manager at 831-475-7300 as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.

The ADA does not require the City of Capitola to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. 

Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the City of Capitola is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator. 

The City of Capitola will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy.

ADA Coordinator
City Manager’s Office
Capitola City Hall
420 Capitola Road
Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 475-7300

The City of Capitola Police Department partners with Santa Cruz County Animal Services and its shelter. Any person who finds a stray, at large, abandoned, sick or injured animal in the City of Capitola should contact the Capitola Police Department 24 hours a day at 471-1141.

Mark your calendars for the annual city-wide garage sale on Saturday, April 27th.  The City of Capitola will sponsor its annual garage sale to give residents the chance to support reusing and recycling items they no longer need.

Sign up beginning April 1, 2019 on the City of Capitola Website.  A map of participating locations and a description of available items will be available to download before the even

California Coastal Cleanup Day: Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 9am-Noon. Help remove the trash and plastic pollution at beaches and waterways throughout the state.

When: 9 AM to 12 PM

What: Beach clean up at Capitola Beach

Bring: Your own bucket, glove, and resuable water bottle.

Special instructions: Check-in will be located near the small park area and main bathrooms on the southern end of the Esplanade area. There are bathrooms and drinking fountains available.
 

Organized by Save Our Shores, contact Krista at 831-462-5660 or email krista@saveourshores.org 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held before the Capitola City Council on Thursday, June 25, 2015, regarding the Annual Renewal of the Capitola Village and Wharf Business Improvement Area for Fiscal Year 2015-2016.

The California Office of the Small Business Advocate will accept applications for the Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant from small businesses impacted by COVID-19 between December 30, 2020, and January 13, 2021. $500 million in grants are available. You can begin preparing your documents at CAReliefGrant.com. 

The U.S. Small Business Administration has several COVID-19 relief options, including a recently announced revitalization fund for small business restaurants. 

Established under the American Rescue Plan, and signed into law by President Joe Biden on March 11, 2021, the Restaurant Revitalization Fund provides a total of $28.6 billion in direct relief funds to restaurants and other hard-hit food establishments that have experienced economic distress and significant operational losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This program will provide restaurants with funding equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million per business and no more than $5 million per physical location. Funds must be used for allowable expenses by March 11, 2023. 

In preparation, the SBA recommends qualifying applicants familiarize themselves with the application process in advance to ensure a smooth and efficient application experience, specifically by:

• Registering for an account in advance at restaurants.sba.gov starting Friday, April 30, 2021, at 9 a.m. EDT.
• Reviewing the official guidance, including program guide, frequently asked questions, and application sample.
• Preparing the required documentation.
• Working with a point-of-sale vendor or visiting restaurants.sba.gov to submit an application when the application portal opens. [Note: If an applicant is working with a point-of-sale vendor, they do not need to register beforehand on the site.]
• Attending a live recorded virtual training webinar.
  • Tuesday, April 27 | 2:30 p.m. EDT | Register here
  • Wednesday, April 28 | 1 p.m. EDT | Register here
  • Wednesday, April 28 | 2:30 p.m. EDT | Register here

For the first 21 days that the program is open, the SBA will prioritize funding applications from businesses owned and controlled by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. All eligible applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as the portal opens. Following the 21 days, all eligible applications will be funded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Consistent with the legislation and the intent of Congress, the SBA continues to take steps to ensure the equitable distribution of relief, particularly for the smallest businesses, by creating a $9.5 billion set-aside: $5 billion for applicants with 2019 gross receipts of not more than $500,000; $4 billion is set aside for applicants with 2019 gross receipts from $500,001 to $1,500,000; and $500 million for applicants with 2019 gross receipts not more than $50,000.

On January 25, 2013 at about 9:56pm, two men entered the Coast Gasoline station on 41st Avenue, Capitola. One of the men, a Hispanic Male, pointed a handgun at the attendant and demanded the money from the cash register. The suspect removed an undisclosed amount of money from the till and both men ran out of the business. Capitola Police and Santa Cruz County Sheriff Units arrived on scene. A Sheriff’s K-9 was used to track the suspects into a ravine off Wharf Road. The scene was processed for evidence and no arrest has been made. If anyone has any information regarding this incident please contact the Capitola Police Department.

Meeting postponed until August 15, 2017

The Art & Cultural Commission has a rich tradition of providing the community with a variety of visual and performing art events. The Wednesday night Twilight Concerts are held throughout the summer months in Esplanade Park, featuring live bands and musical styles from reggae, western, latin and swing, to blues and good old rock & roll.  Select summer Sundays offer Sunday Art at the Beach events, with quality art vendors. Family-friendly Movies on the Beach arrive Friday evenings in August and September. See each event category below for dates and details. 

NOTICE OF REMOTE ACCESS ONLY:

In accordance with the current Shelter in Place Order from Santa Cruz County Health  Services and Executive Order N-29-20 from the Executive Department of the State of California, the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission meeting will not be physically open to the public and in person attendance cannot be accommodated.

Remote participation is possible via Zoom Meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

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Passcode: 788599

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NOTICE OF REMOTE ACCESS ONLY:

In accordance with the current Shelter in Place Order from Santa Cruz County Health  Services and Executive Order N-29-20 from the Executive Department of the State of California, the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission meeting will not be physically open to the public and in person attendance cannot be accommodated.

Remote participation is possible via Zoom Meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

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NOTICE OF REMOTE ACCESS ONLY:

In accordance with the current Shelter in Place Order from Santa Cruz County Health  Services and Executive Order N-29-20 from the Executive Department of the State of California, the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission meeting will not be physically open to the public and in person attendance cannot be accommodated.

Remote participation is possible via Zoom Meeting.

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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Art and Cultural Commission
meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, December 14, 2021 has been cancelled.

The next meeting is scheduled to be held on
Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom
 

AGENDA REVISED 1/26 10:30AM

Barbara Lopez 

Jazz

Sponsored By:

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott-Capitola
&
Slatter Construction

Singing Wood

World Music

Sponsored By:

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott-Capitola
&
Slatter Construction

Ron Kaplan
Jazz

Sponsored By:

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott-Capitola
&
Slatter Construction

NOTICE OF REMOTE ACCESS ONLY:

In accordance with the current Shelter in Place Order from Santa Cruz County Health  Services and Executive Order N-29-20 from the Executive Department of the State of California, the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission meeting will not be physically open to the public and in person attendance cannot be accommodated.

Remote participation is possible via Zoom Meeting.

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Meeting ID: 846 4367 4195

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Capitola Art & Cultural Commission Recruitment

(4) At Large Members
(1) Artist
(1) Art Professional

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there will be six (6) seats open on the Capitola Art & Cultural Commission: one (1) Art Professional with a term that will expire in December 2018; and one (1) Artist and four (4) At-Large member vacancies with terms that will expire in December 2019. Current commission members who have not completed three consecutive terms may submit a letter of intent to continue to serve and others interested in applying to serve may do so at this time. 

The Capitola City Council is seeking applications from persons who are 18 years of age or older, preferably Capitola residents, and are interested in guiding, encouraging and promoting art and cultural activities in the City. The Commission meets monthly in the Council Chambers at Capitola City Hall on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Specific questions regarding the Commission can be directed to staff representative Larry Laurent, Assistant to the City Manager, at 831-475-7300 ext. 206, or email at llaurent@ci.capitola.ca.us.

Pursuant to the Art & Cultural Commission Bylaws, applications will be forwarded to the Chairperson of the Commission and applicants are required to attend the December 12, 2017, regular meeting of the Commission, where they will confer with the Commissioners. The Chairperson will then forward the Commission’s recommendations to the City Clerk/Mayor. The appointments will be made by a majority vote of the City Council at a regular meeting.

Application Deadline:  December 4, 2017, 12 noon

Applications may be obtained at Capitola City Hall, 420 Capitola Avenue, or by calling (831) 475-7300 and requesting an application be sent to you. In addition, a notice with an application form is available on the City’s website (for printing) at www.cityofcapitola.org

Capitola Museum presents a "not so revealing" look at Swimwear
by Carolyn Swift - former Director, Capitola Historical Museum

In olden days a glimpse of stocking 
Was looked on a something shocking 
Now, Heaven knows, 
Anything goes. 

-Cole Porter, Anything Goes, 1934

One summer day in July, 1889, an eager vacationer bounded from the bathhouse at Capitola and headed down the beach.  When the young woman got to the water's edge, she went to lift up her skirt when -- horror of horrors -- she found she had no skirt and was clad only in bloomers. 

Dazed, she stood in front of everyone, while half her bathing costume was back in the bathhouse yards away.  The girl looked down, started to run back, then swung toward the surf as if to dart into the waves.  Finally, she simply sank down in the sand, imploring the crowd for help. 

Quickly, women on the beach rushed to her, fanning out their skirts and forming a circle of protection.  Finally, a friend ran for the missing garment and the women passed it over their heads to the surf bather, "who put it on, no one knew how." 

Capitola boasted that summer that it was visited by an estimated 1200 people "participating in the healthy sport of surf bathing," although only a few actually made it into the ocean.  Most sat fully dressed along the shore, their white skin protected by parasols and hats.  Except for the one embarrassing incident in July, all those who ventured near the water were all dressed with proper decorum. 

Getting into the water was no easy task, especially for women, who had to cast off several pounds of convoluted inner and outer wear before they could even begin to don the Victorian bathing costume. 

One of the earliest known Capitola beach photographs depicts men covered from their necks to their knees in flannel or wool, while the women were well hidden under long-sleeved, bloused tunics buttoned up the front, cinched at the waist, and worn over baggy bloomers.  Inspired by Amelia Bloomer, some of these clumsy bathing costumes weighed up to twenty pounds when wet.  Caps or bathing bonnets, stockings and laced-up surf shoes completed the traditional ensemble for women.  Suits for men were either black or striped, so no one would mistake their attire for underwear. 

Capitola vacationers could rent a suit if they needed.  The bathhouses provided a dressing room, bathing suit, and towel for a dime in 1890. 

Evolution of swim wear is as important to Capitola history as the invention of the five-cent hot dog.  Families who spent their summers at the beach filled their picture albums with snapshot after snapshot of swimsuits that were ever shrinking. 

As a symbol of freedom from the heavy constrictions of daily life, and because it is the hallmark of summertime leisure and good times by the sea, Capitola Museum has chosen the bathing suit as the theme for its next exhibit to open in June.  Given the appropriate title "By-the-Sea," the exhibit will feature examples of swim wear worn throughout Capitola's past, from the itchy wool bloomers and lace up surf boots of the Victorian era to the printed cotton suits of the Thirties.  The swimsuit culture of the 1940s and 1950s will also be explored. 

Vintage bathing suits, beach wear, and accessories will be on display June 12 and through out the summer, from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Capitola Museum, 410 Capitola Avenue, next to the Capitola trestle. 

--Capitola Magazine Spring 1999, p. 25 

Artist: Catharina Widborg
Media: Oil on Oil Painting Paper

2020 felt very dark, especially during the days when the air filled with smoke and ashes washed up on the beach, but somehow my mind rested with the memory of the bioluminescent waves I’d seen under the moon a couple of weeks earlier. The monochrome oil painting was made using Phthalo blue. This year was hard for many and I wish healing for the Earth and all of us depending on it.

To see more of Catharina's work, please visit https://www.catharinawidborg.com/

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In California, State legislation sets certain legal and procedural parameters for the charging of development impact fees. This legislation was passed as AB 1600 by the California Legislature and is now codified as California Government Code Sections 66000 through 66008 (“Mitigation Fee Act”). This State law went into effect on January 1, 1989.

The Mitigation Fee Act imposes certain accounting and reporting requirements with respect to the fees collected. The fees must be deposited in a special account to avoid comingling the fees with the City’s other revenues or funds. Interest on each development fee fund or account must be credited to that fund or account and used only for those purposes for which the fees were collected.
The Mitigation Fee Act also requires any local agency that imposes development impact fees to prepare an annual report and a five-year report that provide specific information about those fees. Capitola's AB 1600 reporting serves both of those functions and has been prepared for the City of Capitola in accordance with the provisions of the California Government Code Section 66006 (b) and 66001 (d).

Fiscal Year 2022-23 AB 1600 Report: The City of Capitola posted the AB 1600 Report on November 29, 2023.  City Council will review the report for adoption at the December 14, 2023, City Council meeting.  The City Council meeting agenda will be published on the Friday before the hearing.  The meeting will take place at City Hall, City Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 at 6 pm.  

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR 

Salary: $22.51 - $26.06 per hour

Part-time /Seasonal 
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
______________________________
CURRENT OPENING - Afterschool Program

The Capitola Recreation Department provides seasonal programs to residents that live within the Soquel Unified Elementary School District and is committed to providing safe, affordable, and fun recreational activities to support the health and well-being of residents. The Department operates an Afterschool program at New Brighton Middle School, Camp Capitola at Jade St Community Center, community events (Food Truck, Winter Movies, Family Camp) and spring and summer sport leagues.  The Division is currently accepting applications for a Leader II which is a Part-Time/Seasonal position not to exceed 960 hours. 

GENERAL PURPOSE

In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, an Assistant Program Coordinator will assist in planning and implementation of recreation programs under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation administration. The Assistant Program Coordinator will assist in scheduling and supervision of Leaders and assist in coordination of daily activities and field trips. The Assistant Coordinator will directly supervise the Junior Leader program and create valuable enrichment education and opportunities for leadership while assisting with activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs for children and teenagers:

• Experience in designing and implementing relevant activities and workshops that provide work-training experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience in working in a Recreation environment
• Be a role model and provide leadership for Leaders and Junior Leaders
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to communicate effectively with the youth, parents, residents and recreation staff
• Perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action
• All applicants must be fingerprinted.
• Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire - No exceptions.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Basic First Aid and C.P.R. certification or ability to obtain
• Possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to be versatile, flexible, friendly, cooperative, and willing to learn new skills.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ASSISTANT PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Salary: $21.81 - $25.25 per hour

Part-time /Seasonal
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
______________________________
CURRENT OPENING

The Capitola Recreation Division provides seasonal programs to residents that live within the Soquel Unified Elementary School District and is committed to providing safe, affordable, and fun recreational activities to support the health and well-being of residents. The Division operates an Afterschool program at New Brighton Middle School, Camp Capitola at Jade St Community Center, community events (Food Truck, Winter Movies, Family Camp) and spring and summer sport leagues.  The Division is currently accepting applications for a Assistant Program Coordinator which is a Part-Time/Seasonal position not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year.  

GENERAL PURPOSE

In collaboration with the Program Coordinator, an Assistant Program Coordinator will assist in planning and implementation of recreation programs under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation administration. The Assistant Program Coordinator will assist in scheduling and supervision of Leaders and assist in coordination of daily activities and field trips. The Assistant Coordinator will directly supervise the Junior Leader program and create valuable enrichment education and opportunities for leadership while assisting with activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs for children and teenagers
• Experience in designing and implementing relevant activities and workshops that provide work-training experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience in working in a Recreation environment
• Be a role model and provide leadership for Leaders and Junior Leaders
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to communicate effectively with the youth, parents, residents and recreation staff
• Perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action
• All applicants must be fingerprinted.
• All employees must comply with the City of Capitola COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
• Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire - No exceptions.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Basic First Aid and C.P.R. certification or ability to obtain
• Possess a valid California driver’s license
• Ability to be versatile, flexible, friendly, cooperative, and willing to learn new skills

On January 25, 2013 at about 9:00 pm, the Victim was in her vehicle waiting at the traffic signal on Clares Street and Capitola Road. An unknown male was standing on the sidewalk and began walking towards her passenger side window. The male withdrew a handgun, pointed at the victim and continued walking towards her. Fearing for her safety, the Victim accelerated away from the suspect and called the police. The suspect was last seen running westbound on Capitola Road. Capitola Police units circulated the area but were not able to locate the suspect. If anyone has any information regarding this incident please contact the Capitola Police Department.

Artist: Don Faia
Media: Acrylic and Mica on Board

I began as a painter and evolved into a mixed media artist guided by processes and materials personally developed through exploration and experimentation. This creative
method has yielded a body of work that avoids pictorial representation in favor of concrete objects. These objects can range from mixed media on watercolor paper to three dimensional wood constructions. Much of this work focuses on tactile experience and surface illusion. Many of these objects are contemplative and mysterious, at once both known and unfamiliar. Experimentation and curiosity are the driving forces in my art making, guided by my intuition.

I continuously discover new processes which move me from one piece or series to another. This opens up the potential for all future work; the ever expanding dialogue with material and the unknown.

To view more of Don's work, please visit www.donfaia.com

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Artist: Zenen Graves
Media: pencil

I did the bamboo because I thought that I was good at drawing bamboo and the forest was a divider between the bamboo and the mountains and the lake just fit in.

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The Department of Public Works for the City of Capitola is currently advertising for proposals for Bids for construction of the following project:

Bay Avenue and Hill Street Intersection Quick-Build
 

General work description:
Provide road diet and traffic calming quick-build improvements at the Bay Avenue and Hill Street intersection to enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety and visibility. The project scope includes constructing new signing and striping along the Bay Avenue, Hill Street, and commercial driveway approaches to the intersection.

The total estimated cost of construction is $50,000

Proposals are due on or before 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024

The project plans and specifications, including the full Notice Inviting Sealed Bids, can be obtained on the City's website at http//www.ci.capitola.ca.us  at the Public Works office at 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola CA 95010, or by calling (831) 475-7300.

Jessica Kahn, Public Works Director

NOTE: You must register below as a document holder to download the bid documents and to receive updates and notices on the project.

Summary:

The Capitola Historical Museum preserves and promotes the history of Capitola through creating exhibitions, maintaining a collection of historic photographs and artifacts, conducting oral histories, and participating in special events. We are always looking for museum volunteer Museum Docents to help keep the doors open!

The purpose of this volunteer position is to support the operation of the museum and promote museum activities. Our volunteers are the face of the museum and ambassadors to the community. Museum volunteers can contribute in several ways.

Museum Desk Duties:

Serve at least one two-hour shift, once a month to man the Volunteer Desk in the museum. The museum is open mid-March through the end of December. There are two shifts Friday through Sunday: Noon to 2:00 PM -or- 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Open or close the museum according to shift by following training and Volunteer Manual instructions. Greet and welcome visitors. Introduce visitors to the current exhibition and answer visitor questions about the exhibition, Capitola history, parking, etc. Answer telephone inquiries. Record daily visitor counts. Receive and record donation funds for sales items. Perform light housekeeping in and outside of the museum. Operate the T.V. and video player. Inform visitors of other museum activities, exhibitions, and special events. Assist with office work and other special projects, as needed. Maintain and enforce necessary security procedures to ensure the safety of museum guests, the museum's exhibitions, and its collections. For special events, there may be evening and/or weekend hours. Monitor the museum and report any problems or needed supplies. Take messages for the Curator and, only if necessary, accept artifact/photograph donations by securing item(s) with a note to the Curator in the cabinet and filling out a Temporary Receipt for Property for the potential donor.

Other Volunteer Opportunities:

In addition to staffing the museum desk, volunteers may also help with outreach to events throughout the year such as the Spring Exhibition Opening Reception, the Art & Wine Festival, and the Beach Festival. There may also be occasional projects involving scanning historic photographs, assisting with cataloging, working on exhibitions, or assisting with tours and school programs. Volunteers are encouraged to let the Curator know of their special skills such as photography, art, carpentry, music, research, etc.

Desired Qualifications:

Enjoy working with the public. Enjoy visiting museums and historic sites. Prompt, reliable and courteous. Knowledgeable or an interest in learning about local history. Ability to keep simple statistics and records. Ability to work independently. Accept guidance of the volunteer coordinators. If under 18 years of age - must be accompanied by an adult during the volunteer activity

To apply, please fill out the form below.

Capitola Historical Museum, 410 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA 95010

831-464-0322, capitolamuseum@gmail.com 

The City of Capitola is currently recruiting for seasonal Beach Lifeguard/Junior Lifeguard Instructors

Salary Range: $18.50 - $21.42

Test Dates: March 12th & 26th, 2022

Training Dates: May 7th & 8th, June 6th to 11th, 2022

DUTIES

Under supervision, of Junior Lifeguard Coordinator/Lead City Lifeguard, Beach Lifeguard/Junior Lifeguard Instructors will implement and supervise Junior Lifeguard program, events and competitions, including sports, fitness, and swimming activities. The Lifeguard/Instructor is responsible for the safety and conduct of the group of children, ages 6- 17, in his or her care on the beach and in the water. He or she should be comfortable working individually or as part of a team. Employees assigned to lifeguard coverage will provide continual surveillance of swimmer and other beach patrons from a tower within as assigned beach area.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Beach Lifeguard/Junior Lifeguard Instructor  

Salary: $19.66 - $22.76 per hour

Part-time /Seasonal
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
______________________________
CURRENT OPENING

DUTIES

Under supervision, of the Lifeguard Captain, Beach Lifeguard/Junior Lifeguard Instructors are responsible for the safety of the beach and water within their jurisdiction, as well as areas adjacent to it. Employees assigned to lifeguard coverage will provide continual surveillance to the ocean-going community, other beach patrons, and any other hazards. He or she should be comfortable working individually or as part of a team. Employees assigned to Junior Guard program will implement and supervise public safety, the Junior Lifeguard program, events, and competitions, including sports, fitness, and swimming activities. Instructors will conduct a group of children, ages 6- 17, in his or her care on the beach and in the water.                 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 17 years of age by July 1 of the applying year or age 16 for Capitola Junior Guards who have received rank of Captain and recommended for hire by Lifeguard Lieutenant/ J G Assistant Coordinator.
• Ability to obtain CPR Certification (Pro or healthcare provider).
• Physical ability and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard.
• The ability to meet and maintain a 500-meter ocean swim time of under 10 minutes.
• Vision 20-40 corrected.
• Criminal history and fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of Lifeguard training program after initial hiring process is completed. Successful completion and maintenance of required medical training certificates.
• Meet the minimum requirements for a USLA open water lifeguard.
• Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire - No exceptions

SCHEDULE

The Beach Lifeguard/Junior Lifeguard Instructor is a Part-Time/Seasonal position from Memorial Day to Labor Day, not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year. Candidates for the Beach Lifeguard/Junior Lifeguard Instructor must be available for employment for the summer months (Memorial Day through Labor Day).

TEST

Candidates must complete 200-meter run - 500-meter swim in the ocean in 10 minutes. Wetsuits are permitted, no swim fins.

MANDATORY TRAINING DATES: 

New Hire: June 2nd - 6th: 0800-1700 June 8th: 0800-1700 

Re-Hire: March 30th - 31st

Capitola Begonia Festival: Commemorative Art Project
Call to Artists

On behalf of the City of Capitola, the Capitola Art and Cultural Commission is seeking an artist or 
artist team to create a piece of art that both welcomes people to the Capitola Village and honors 
the 65 year history of the Capitola Begonia Festival. The planned project site is the north corner 
of Stockton Avenue and Wharf Road.
This art project is funded by a joint effort of the Capitola Beach Festival (the non-profit that 
stepped in after the Begonia Festival) and the Capitola Arts and Cultural Commission.

SITE AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Capitola loved its Begonia Festival that ended in 2017 when the begonia flowers were no longer 
available. The proposed project site is a prominent street corner as you enter Capitola Village. 
This site was selected because it is owned by the City, and it is adjacent to where the Begonia 
Festival’s Nautical Parade took place on Soquel Creek. The intended project site is a part of the 
Soquel Creek Park, more specifically the southwest tip of the park, closer to the sidewalk and 
passing roadway.
This commemorative project will both honor the history of the Begonia Festival and serve as a 
welcoming piece of art visible to many thousands of people annually entering and leaving the 
village, both in vehicles as well as on foot.
Capitola Village is located along a wide beach with a breathtaking view of the Monterey Bay and is 
home to numerous craft galleries, boutiques and restaurants. It is here where the Capitola Begonia 
Festival took place and many events continue to take place such as the Capitola Beach Festival, Art 
and Wine Festival, Twilight Concerts, Art shows, Capitola Car Show and others. In addition to these 
events, Capitola beach is a popular destination spot for tourists.
This project is subject matter relevant, in that it is intended to reflect the beauty, colors, 
activities, and history of the Begonia Festival. Much has been published about the Festival and a 
Flicker photo site still remains as a reference. The premier event was the Begonia Festival’s 
Nautical Parade on Soquel Creek - adjacent to the project site.
Because this is a “commemorative” piece of art, the Commission shares an interest in including 
images or replicas of a begonia flower, in appropriate begonia colors.
An interesting highlight to this project might involve some kind of community involvement in the 
artistic content of the site, such as decorative tiles created by the community as a part of the 
project/site development. A demonstration of this kind of community involvement was the the Arts 
and Cultural Commission’s 2008 individual ceramic tiles installed on the Capitola Beach seawall.
Please see attached photos and drawings on the site.
Artists should ensure that their art meets all ADA requirements as well as local building codes
(see attached relevant codes).

PUBLIC ART BUDGET
The public art budget project is $40,000.
The project budget includes all expenses related to the research, investigation, design, and 
fabrication of the art project including but not limited to: design time and fees, design 
documents, renderings and/or other media as required to communicate the artist’s concept design 
development to stakeholders and approving bodies, signed and certified structural and/or other 
construction/engineering drawings and specifications that may be required for fabrication, 
fabrication of the artwork, transportation of materials, transportation and accommodations for 
artist(s), insurance and all other project related expenses, and maintenance of artwork. The artist 
will work with the City in the installation of the art project.
Because the intended site for the this art installation is on/near a small earthen knoll, there may 
be some grading, reinforcement or hardscape that may be necessary or desired by the City for this 
piece of art and site. And the City may decide to enhance the site for accessibility and public 
convenience and enjoyment and would be a part of the project negotiations. The site does have 
access to electrical hook ups.

ARTIST ELIGIBILITY
This opportunity is open to artists working or living along the west coast of the United States in 
California, Oregon and Washington. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have all 
necessary permits to work in the United States at the time of submittal of qualifications.

SELECTION PROCESS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA
The selection process for this project has two phases:
Phase One: Review of submittals and selection of finalists
A Public Art Selection panel will review the artist qualifications and recommend selection of 1 to 4 
artists for submittal of a design proposal. The panel will be comprised of Capitola Art and 
Cultural Commission members, City staff and invited community members. In addition to their 
qualifications, portfolio and rough cost estimates, the artists will be expected to submit 1 or more 
rough draft concepts for consideration.

Phase One Selection Criteria:
Consideration of artists in the selection process will include but is not limited to the following:
•  Cost value of the project
•  Aesthetic appeal of concept submittal(s) to scale
•  Aesthetic excellence of past projects
•  Appropriateness of past concepts as they relate to this projects’ goals and setting
•  Experience developing artworks in outdoor environments
•  Experience in construction materials and methods appropriate to the scope of the 
project

Phase Two: Development and Presentation of Concept Proposals by Finalists and Concept Proposal 
Selection
The selected finalists will be given feedback on their original presentation and will be asked to 
prepare a detailed concept proposal for final selection consideration.

It is expected that each finalist will make a concept proposal presentation in-person to the Public 
Art Selection panel (due to the social climate, a presentation via Zoom for example would be 
acceptable). A stipend of $500 will be provided to the artist for a model. The concept proposal 
presentation session will be scheduled to accommodate the selected finalists if possible, but final 
date selection will be at the discretion of the City.

Phase Two Selection Criteria:
In addition to Phase One Selection Criteria, Phase Two Selection Criteria shall emphasize the 
following:
•  Appropriateness to the village atmosphere
•  Creativity and innovation of design
•  The manner in which the proposed piece represents the Begonia Festival
•  Pedestrian friendliness
•  Visibility to vehicles entering into Capitola Village

CONTRACT
The City of Capitola will contract with the artist in a single agreement using a standard design- 
fabrication agreement. A prototype of this agreement will be available to the selected finalists. 
Final award shall be contingent upon the selected artist accepting Terms and Conditions of the 
agreements in substantial conformity to the terms listed in the prototype.
This call for artists does not constitute a guarantee that the City will hire an artist. The City 
may decide at its discretion not to select any of the proposers and/or reissue the call for 
artists.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Project Timelines;
Call to Artist: March 10, 2023
Submission Deadline April 24, 2023
Subcommittee review of artist proposals: First week of May
Arts and Cultural Commission review of recommended proposals: May 9
If needed: Artist interviews/presentations/Arts and Cultural Commission selects artists to proceed: 
June 13
Artist presentation of more fully developed design concepts and models/Arts and Cultural Commission 
selection of artist and conceptual plan: July 11
Arts and Cultural Commission project recommendation to the City Council: End of July beginning of 
August.
Ceremonial ground breaking/project start: Labor Day weekend: Sept 2-4

•  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NEEDED: Photos of project site.
•  Historical photos of the Capitola Begonia Festival can be found at 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/98560224@N02/

Submittal Guidelines:
1. One-page cover sheet stating the following information, in the order listed:
•  Title: “Begonia Commemorative Art Project”
•  Artist’s Name
•  Artist’s Phone Number
•  Artist’s Email Address
•  Artist’s Mailing Address
•  Artist’s Website if applicable

2. Resume of not more than two, double-sided pages that demonstrates experience as an artist.

3. Images - Artists may submit up to 10 color images on paper or digitally exhibiting examples of 
previous art projects

4. References - Names, phone numbers and addresses of three professional references, with artist’s 
name noted at top of page.

Application Deadline: Applications and submission must be by 5 p.m. on April 24, 2023. Applications 
received after the date and time indicated herein shall not be accepted and requests for extensions 
of closing date or time will not be granted. Applications may not be modified after submission.

Legal info: This call for artists does not constitute a guarantee that the City will hire an 
artist. The City may decide at its discretion not to select any of the proposers and/or reissue the 
call for artists.
Send or deliver proposals to: Begonia Commemorative Project Nikki Bryant LeBlond 
nbryant@ci.capitola.ca.us
City of Capitola 4400 Jade St
Capitola, CA 95010
831-475-5935 X 401
Questions? For more information, contact Nikki Bryant LeBlond 831-475-5935,
nbryant@ci.capitola.ca.us.

Artist: Caroline Kirincic
Media: Oil and Acrylic on gesso board

This piece emerged while exploring different textures during the underpainting process. Living in Santa Cruz especially, I feel a deep connection to the ocean and a call to protect it. From this piece I have began a series focused on bringing attention to different sea creatures, ones that many of us will never see with our own eyes yet live complex lives beneath the surface. I hope to bring awareness to the issues our beautiful ocean is facing and inspire others to learn more about ways they can help heal our seas.

See more of Caroline's work at goldensahasrara.com

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Join us for a benefit concert for Capitola! 

Where: Esplande Park

When: Saturday, February 18: Noon to 6PM

Featuring:

Jive Machine, Alex Lucero, & the Joint Chiefs with Tony Lindsay 

Sierra Nevada Beer Garden

100% of proceeds will be donated to the Communty Foundation of Santa Cruz County to benefit those in need due to the atmospheric river storm events in January 2023  

The new e-newsletter Capitola Waves is emailed out to residents bi-monthly (every-other-week), generally the Friday after Council meetings have been held. Articles include information on public works projects, museum exhibits, public art and events, local issues, new development, and other useful information. If you have questions or would like to be added to our email list, contact Chloe at (831) 475-7300, email cwoodmansee@ci.capitola.ca.us, or click here and select "Capitola Waves" and then click update. 

Artist: Sophie Northcott
Media: Oil on Canvas

My work is both a personal exploration of color relationships and an open ended story thats purpose is to be viewed and interpreted in endless ways. By capturing strange moments that walk the line between mundane and strangely complex I can invite an audience to consider details more closely, and hopefully inspire interpretations that speak to our unique perspectives, personal experiences, bias and more.  This piece was created throughout my final two quarters of college, which happened to be cut off by Covid-19.

To see more of Sophie's work, please visit https://www.sophienorthcott.com/

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Building Codes in effect as of January 1, 2023:

The California Building Code and appendices, 2022 Edition, which edition incorporates the International Building Code

The California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition

The California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition The California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition

The California Plumbing Code, 2013 Edition, which incorporates the 2012 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code

The California Fire Code as amended by the Central Fire Protection District Fire Code, 2022 Edition

The California Residential Code, 2022 Edition

The 2022 California Referenced Standards Code

The California Energy Code 2022 Edition

The California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition

The Capitola Building Department performs building inspections Monday through Friday from 1PM to 4PM. Inspections must be scheduled 48 hours in advance.  Inspection requests are not guaranteed and may be subject to change depending on the inspectors' workload and routes for that day.

You will receive a confirmation email following the submission of your online request. If you do not receive an email confirmation by the date of the requested inspection, call the Building Department to confirm your inspection.  The building inspector will call you on the day of your inspection to provide an arrival window.

Please note, you must schedule ahead of time online for an afternoon appointment between 1:00pm and 3:00pm.    

Email:  building@ci.capitola.ca.us

To schedule a building inspection please use the following form:

Building Inspector I $29.12/hour - $35.41/hour

Building Inspector II $33.98/hour - $41.29/hour

Open Until Filled

Both classification include comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision with a city contribution, and participation in CalPERS retirement.

The City of Capitola Community Development Department is recruiting to fill a single vacant full-time Building Inspector position.   The position will be filled at either the Building Inspector I or Bulding Inspector II classification depending on the experience and qualifications of the selected applicant.

Building Inspector I - Inspects buildings and structures in all stages of construction, alteration and repair for conformance with approved plans and building codes; reviews building plans and specifications for proper design and code conformance; enforces building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy and disabled access codes and ordinances; performs other work as required.

Building Inspector II - Inspects buildings and structures in all stages of construction, alteration and repair for conformance with approved plans and building codes; reviews building plans and specifications for proper design and code conformance; enforces building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy and disabled access codes and ordinances; performs other work as required. Conducts code enforcement activity to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards.

Building Inspector I/II is a flexibly staffed series. Building Inspector I is the entry-level class in which incumbents learn and assist in building and grading inspection, reviewing of plans, and other related permit processing work. Incumbents receive close supervision and are expected to obtain sufficient knowledge and proficiency to progress to the journey level.

Building Inspector II is the journey-level class in which incumbents independently perform residential and small commercial building and grading inspections within established guidelines. The class of Building Inspector II is distinguished from Building Inspector I by the latter’s responsibility for performing complex and difficult building and grading inspections and also by the latter’s responsibilities for acting as a lead worker and training lower level staff. 

This opportunity is available as a part-time (20 hours/week) position with the City of Capitola.  Salary Range $54.50 to $66.25 an hour. Per CalPERS requirements, retired annuitants are not eligible for this position. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of at the time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California driver’s license and a safe driving record. Also Possession of within two years of hire and continued maintenance of Internal Code Council Building Official Certification.

To apply, please fill out a City of Capitola Application (linked below), and email it along with other materials of your choice to rdemar@ci.capitola.ca.us

Building Permits issued

Building Permit Applications

Business Licenses

Any individual or company conducting business within the City of Capitola whose projected annual gross revenues will be greater than $3,022 per year is required to obtain a business license.  (Capitola Municipal Code, section 5.04.010)

Business license tax calculation is based on the type of business being conducted.  Please refer to the appropriate application for tax rates for your business type. 

In addition to the basic business license tax, all businesses are required to pay a $4 fee mandated by the State of California for accessibility compliance through AB1379.  New businesses are charged a $25 new application fee.  All City business license tax rates and fees are authorized by Council Resolution 3532. 

To apply for a business license, please complete the Business License Application by clicking the link below.

Click here for the Business License Application

If this is a home-based business, a Home Occupation Permit may need to be obtained through the Community Development Department.  The Home Occupation Permit Application is available in the Applications and Forms section of the Community Development page.  

Please note:  Business License Renewal Notices are sent as a courtesy only.  Business licenses are valid for the calendar year only.  All business licenses expire on December 31st.  Business license tax for renewals must be paid by January 15th regardless of whether a renewal notice is received by the business owner.  Renewal payments received (or postmarked) after the January 15th due date will be assessed an administrative late fee and penalty.

Change in Business Information

To update your business information, please complete the Business License Information Update form by clicking the link below.  Business licenses are non-transferable and cannot be transferred to any person or company not named on the original business license.  

Click here for the Business License Information Update Form

Business License Termination

A licensee is required to notify the City no later than thirty days after ceasing to conduct business in the City.  Please complete the Business License Discontinuance form to cancel/close your business license by clicking the link below.

Click here for the Business License Discontinuance Form

All forms are also available in printable PDF format under the Supporting Documents section of this page.  If you choose to complete the PDF version, please submit the completed form and any required payment to:

City of Capitola, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010

By the Sea, A Century of Swimwear
Exhibit, Summer 1999 Capitola Historical Museum Capitola, CA 

Capitola is one spot along the Santa Cruz County coastline that owes its existence, in part, to the evolution of the bathing costume. 

Sea-bathing was all the rage in 1869, when S.A. Hall first allowed campers to set up tents at the beach that he rented from Frederick Hihn. A bath house where visitors could exchange their stuffy Victorian clothing for more the more relaxed “aquatic costume” was one of the first buildings Hall constructed when he founded Camp Capitola in 1874. 

In celebration of the resort’s 125th year and the role the swim suit has played in its history, the Capitola Museum this summer is featuring a exhibit of swim wear, ranging from the cumbersome Victorian bathing dress to the “let it all hang out”  styles of the 1960s. By the Sea, A Century of Swimwear, runs June 12 through Sept. 12 at the Museum, 410 Capitola Avenue. Regular museum hours are noon to 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. 

While the allure of  beach life has always been great, the evolution of the  bathing wardrobe has been slow. Women vacationers of the late 19th century typically wore black, knee-length, puffed-sleeve wool dresses, often featuring a sailor collar, and worn over bloomers or drawers trimmed with ribbons and bows.  Accouterments included long black stockings, lace-up bathing slippers, and caps.  Men had swim suits so closely resembling their undergarments that they made the distinction by wearing either black wool or black-with-stripes. The museum show includes a dozen examples of these elaborate but modest and somber wading costumes. 

Although a few sea-bathers at Camp Capitola were prosperous enough to appear fashionable in the latest bathing attire, most rented their suits from the bath houses along the Esplanade. In 1890, for instance, the bathers could choose suits to fit figures up to six-foot-two inches in height and seventy-two inches in the waist. 

By the turn-of-the-century, bathing suits underwent a revolutionary change in styles as they ceased to be patterned after street wear and began to show a little more of the human form.  As contours of shape were no longer camouflaged by yards of fabric, bathers found the exposure was a source of either pride or public disgrace. 

Along with the change in design came a shift in function. By 1915, the past-time of sea-bathing—jumping through the waves while holding on to a rope attached to an off-shore buoy—was beginning to give way to the actual sport of swimming. Earnest women athletes did away with skirts and bloomers. They realized that their billowing suits were a disadvantage the men did not share. The heavy fabric interfered with the free play of their muscles, and when wet, could actually drag them down as they attempted to move through water.  Eventually, women found it easier to get into the swim of things at the beach if they got to the men’s suits first, sometimes leaving the males with nothing to swim in but a ladies bathing dress. 

Other exciting beachwear fine points and swim history trivia to make a splash in this summer’s museum show include the following: 

• Bikini-like garb found on a mural in Sicily’s Piazza Armerina shows women at play wearing two piece bikinis in circa 200 A.D. 
• Wool swimsuits weighed an average of twenty pounds when wet. 
• Richard Cavill invented the Australian crawl swim stroke in 1902. 
• Duke Kahanamoku, Olympic champion of 1912, help change styles for swimmers when he appeared in a sleek swimsuit with lighter, bikini-like underdrawers. 
• The American Association of Park Superintendents rules from 1917 forbid suits from exposing the chest below a line level with the armpits. 
• Jantzen swimsuit company, founded in 1910, introduced its Red Diving Girl logo in 1921. 
• Men’s topless suits were commonly worn for the first time in the United States in 1935. 
• Santa Cruz surfers in the era before wetsuits searched local thrift shops for vintage wool swimsuits to help them stay warm in the water. “Trunkin’ it,” wearing only trunks while surfing, was not such a good idea along the California coast where the water temperature can range from 43 to 55 degrees. 
• Rose Marie Reid used photopermeable fabric in a swimsuit in 1950 to allow full body tanning. 
• Brian Hyland’s Itsy-Bitsy Teenie-Weenie Yellow Polka-Dot Bikini climbed the record charts in 1960. 

The Coastal Commission will be reviewing the City of Capitola's Local Coastal Plan (LCP) Amendment to parking rates on August 10th.  Interested parties can find more information on the Coastal Commission public hearing by going to the following link: https://www.coastal.ca.gov/meetings/agenda/#/2023/8

The proposed amendment would change the way in which public parking fees and zones are established in the City. Whereas the existing LCP explicitly lists the allowed parking rates in various parts of the City (and thus any changes to these defined parking fees and locations would require an LCP amendment, approved by the Coastal Commission), the proposed amendment would remove these explicit rates with policy language that establishes the review criteria by which the City would authorize parking fee changes as part of CDP review. In other words, the City proposes to replace the LCP’s specific listing of parking fees instead with evaluation criteria and required findings for approval of any proposed changes, including that any changes to parking fees and locations will not have a detrimental impact on public coastal access.

The agenda report for the Coastal Commission is attached below, and further information can be found by viewing the City Council Agenda Packet from June 8th. 

Artist: Vaitea Siu

Media: Watercolor

In 2020 California suffered to many wildfires. One of my family members has lost their because of it.

Please click link below for detail.

Call to Artists:  The Capitola Art & Cultural Commission is requesting qualifications from muralists who will be selected to design and produce a mural on the stairs leading to Depot Hill from Capitola Village. The mural will be painted on the vertical risers of the concrete stairs leading to Depot Hill. The stairs are located between Capitola Village and Depot Hill.  The begin at El Camino Medio in the village and end at Cliff Avenue on Depot Hill.  The artist selection will be a two-step process: first, the Commission will screen the qualifications and select up to 4 mural artists to develop a design proposal; second, one artist’s design will be selected by the Art and Cultural Commission and submitted for final approval by the Capitola City Council. 

Vision: The stairs are used by the public at all hours of the day and night.  They are used for exercise, as well as a way to walk from the Village to Depot Hill.   The Art and Cultural Commissions vision is to have a mural that is seen from the bottom to the top.   The stair tread needs to have the required contrasting stripe.  The mural needs to reflect the feel of the Village and Capitola.

Call to Artists: The Capitola Art & Cultural Commission is requesting qualifications from muralists who will be selected to design and produce a mural at the McGregor Multi Use Park. The mural will be painted on the exterior walls of half pipe portion of the Monte Family Skate Park. This park is located on McGregor Road as you enter Capitola and adjacent to New Brighton State Beach Park. The artist selection will be a two-step process: first, the Commission will screen the qualifications and select 1-3 mural artists to develop a design proposal; second, one artist’s design will be selected by the Art and Cultural Commission andsubmitted for final approval by the Capitola City Council.

Vision: The Commission envisions a mural that fits the park environment in positive tone, theme, color and content to reflect the family skate community. Content should be fun and colorful. Scope of Work: The mural surface is located along the three concrete exterior walls of the halfpipe section of the skate park.

Camp Capitola @ SUESD is held at Santa Cruz Gardens School, and Soquel Elementary School. Camp Capitola @ SUESD is an afternoon camp offering a variety of activities including outdoor games, sports, arts and crafts, and scavenger hunts.

Prices: Resident $153 Non-Resident $ 191

Program hours 11:30-4pm

Extended Care option from 4:00-5:00 Price: $52 for two week session

Session 1 June 7-18th

Session 2 June 21-July 2nd

Session 3 July 6-16th

Session 4 July 19th-30th 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CAMP CAPITOLA ASSISTANT COORDINATOR
Salary: $17.39 - $20.13 per hour
Full-Time/Seasonal
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
______________________________
CURRENT OPENING

The Capitola Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for the Camp Capitola Assistant Coordinator for summer day camp serving youth ages 6-16 that offers a variety of activities including outdoor games, sports, arts and crafts, drama productions, beach days, and special events. The Camp Assistant Coordinator is a Full-Time/Seasonal position from April through August, not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year. Candidates for the Camp Junior Leader Coordinator position must be available for full-time hours (40 hours/week) for the summer months (June through August).

GENERAL PURPOSE

In collaboration with the Camp Coordinator, the Assistant Coordinator will assist in planning and implementation of Camp Capitola, a youth summer recreation program at Jade Street Park, under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation Division administration. The Assistant Coordinator will assist in scheduling and supervision of Camp Leaders and assist in coordination of daily activities and field trips. The Assistant Coordinator will directly supervise the Junior Leader program and create valuable enrichment education and opportunities for leadership while assisting with activities.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CAMP CAPITOLA RECREATION LEADER I
Salary: $15.02 - $17.39 per hour

Full-time /Seasonal
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
______________________________
CURRENT OPENING
The Capitola Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Camp Capitola Recreation Leader I for our summer day camp, for youth ages 6-16 that offers a variety of activities including outdoor games, sports, arts and crafts, drama productions, beach days, and special events. The Camp Leader is a Full-Time/Seasonal position from June through August, not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year.

DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation administration and the Program Coordinator, a Leader I will act as an instructor and activity leader for a recreation programs offered by the Division. Leader I will work closely with other Leaders as a team to provide supervision and recreation activities, including but not limited to sports, arts, technology, performance, and youth leadership.  A Leader II will act as a team lead and activity leader for a recreation programs offered by the Division.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs
• Experience working in direct supervision and implementing activities for youth and teens
• Ability to implement required health and safety protocols, which may include health screening, face coverings, social distancing, and sanitizing requirements.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in program
• Ability to enthusiastically plan and lead activities
• Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents and other staff
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action
• Ability to follow the program guidelines and perform to standard
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• All applicants must be fingerprinted
• Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire - No exceptions.

Camp Capitola, Session 4

Camp Capitola has priorty use of the Capitola Community Center, Patio and grounds during Camp hours

8:30am-4:30pm

Camp Capitola third Session

Camp Capitola has priorty use of the Capitola Community Center, Patio and grounds during Camp hours

8:00am-4:30pm

This event has been cancelled due to COVID-19. It has been rescheduled for June 12 - 13, 2021. 

This informational workshop will be led by the Santa Cruz County Clerk and focus on the ins-and-outs of running for local office. Those interested in running for Capitola City Council are encouraged to attend. The Capitola City Clerk will also be available to answer City-specific questions about the election process. As a reminder, the candidate nomination period is July 18 to August 12. 

The Candidate Information Night will be a virtual workshop:

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85125469508

Zoom phone numbers: (408) 638-0968  or (669) 900-6833 

Webinar ID: 851 2546 9508

Interested in running for office? Get an overview of the candidate process from the Santa Cruz County Clerk and Capitola City Clerk on Wednesday, June 27, at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Community Room (new location). Workshops providing similar information are also scheduled in other cities -- see the flyer below.

** Not a City sponsored event **

May impact traffic 

Please see the following link for more information:

https://raceroster.com/events/2024/84569/capitola-10k6k

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is one (1) seat open on the Art & Cultural Commission for an artist for a two (2) year term ending December 2017. 

The Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines art, wine, music and food, all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay. More than 150 fine artists and 22 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries will participate in this year’s Festival.  Enjoy great live performances and a children's craft area. 

Capitola Village

The Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines art, wine, music and food, all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay. More than 150 fine artists and 22 Santa Cruz Mountains wineries will participate in this year’s Festival.  Enjoy great live performances and a children's craft area. 

Annual Coastal Cleanup Day

Santa Cruz County Cleanup Day

** Not a City sponsored event **

May impact traffic 

Please see the following link for more information:

http://capitolabeachfestival.com/

Mark your Calendars! Dates have been announced for the 2023 Beach Festival. The last Full weekend in September, Saturday the 23rd and Sunday the 24th. With the winter storm damage to the wharf, we will be unable to hold the Fishing Derby event. However, we are adding a Paddleboard Race this year! Check out our Schedule of Events page for a complete list of events and times

More infomation at link below

http://capitolabeachfestival.com/

At its June 14 regular meeting, the City Council will consider approving a special event permit for the Capitola Beach Festival on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 29-30, 2018. Activities include a foot race Saturday morning and a lighted float parade that evening on Soquel Creek. The event would also include many of the same activities as the former Begonia Festival, including horseshoe and sandcastle contests, a fishing derby, and rowboat races. The meeting begins at 7 p.m.

See the full courtesy notice below.

The City of Capitola is currently recruiting for the position of Beach Lifeguard Lieutenant/Junior Lifeguard Coordinator.  The Beach Lifeguard Lieutenant Position is a Part-Time/Seasonal position, not to exceed 960 hours in a calendar year. Candidates for the Beach Lifeguard Lieutenant/Junior Lifeguard Coordinator must be available for full-time employment (40 hours per week) for the summer months (May through August).

The Beach Lifeguard Lieutenant/Junior Lifeguard Coordinator will report to the Beach Lifeguard Captain and will work to reestablish the Capitola Beach Lifeguard program.  The Beach Lifeguard Lieutenant/Junior Lifeguard Coordinator will be in charge of the day to day operations of the Capitola Junior Lifeguard Program.

The Capitola Begonia Festival returns Sept. 1-4, 2017, for its 65th and final festival.

This annual four-day tradition celebrates the begonia growing and water festival history of Capitola. Brilliant begonias remain its focal point even as the number of events has blossomed. The “gem" of the festival is the Nautical Parade of begonia-covered floating barges, heralded by the arrival of countless handpicked begonia blossoms.  Nearly every Capitola resident has memories of building a float, picking begonias, or watching the parade.

Begonias once grew abundantly in Capitola, but by the mid 1970s the only remaining blossoms grew in Marina. Brown Ranch Begonias, now known as Golden State Bulb Growers, continues to be the generous and now singular source of flowers for the Capitola Begonia Festival. 

Golden State Bulb Growers is retiring from the business of growing begonias, and with it goes the festival's last source of begonia blossoms. The company has, however, agreed to partner with the Festival Committee to grow begonias one last year for this 65th festival.

The Capitola Begonia Festival Committee and Golden State Bulb Growers encourage all who have been a part of the Begonia Festival for the last six decades to come out in September, share your memories, and celebrate the end of a long-treasured Capitola community tradition.

Comments and questions can be submitted on the festival website, Begoniafestival.com, or by email at begoniafestival@gmail.com.  Begonia tubers will be available for sale from Golden State Bulb Growers online at Calbegonias.com until early 2018.

The attached list are the general contractors who have been pre-qualified and can submit construction bids for the Capitola Branch Library Project.

It is currently anticipated that the bid documents, including plans and specifications, will be distributed on or around May 1, 2018.

The proposed new library will be a 11,700 square-foot single story building positioned in the south-east corner of the 47,536 square-foot parcel, located at 2005 Wharf Road, in Capitola, CA.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the construction of a new ground-up wood-frame, Type V-B, non-rated, single-story library, including; reading rooms, group study areas, stack shelving areas, meeting rooms, multi-purpose room, and staff offices.  Work includes all relevant scopes of work; site work, weather-tight exterior assemblies, roofing, metal-stud framing and interior gypsum board, related electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systems, utilities-infrastructure, and interior and exterior architectural finishes.

The library was designed by Noll & Tam Architects and Planners, of Berkeley, California.

The construction is anticipated to begin in mid-June 2018, and complete by Fall 2019

The current estimated construction cost for the project is $9.65 million.

The Friends of the Capitola Branch Library is holding its second big book sale on Saturday, October 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  It features hundreds of donated books of all genres (fiction, non-fiction, children’s, and more) plus lots of CDs. Books are just $2 for hardbacks and paperbacks for $1. Find the Friends book sale on the porch of the Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road in Capitola.

Attendees can also see the current architectural designs and pictures for the new library to be built on the current site.

Community members have formed Friends of the Capitola Branch Library and announced the chapter's first meeting on April 2. See the following releases for more information on how to become involved and stay informed about activities.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT - CAPITOLA BRANCH LIBRARY

The Department of Public Works for the City of Capitola has prequalified the general contractors listed below to submit construction bids for the Capitola Branch Library:

• Flint Builders, Inc., 401 Derek Place, Roseville, CA 95678  Phone:  916-757-1000
• Gonsalves & Stonck, 1000 Washington Street, San Carlos, CA 94070  Phone:  650-802-2960
• Otto Construction, 2150 Garden Road, Suite A1, Monterey, CA 93940  Phone:  831-657-9805
• ProWest Constructors, 140 Castilian Drive, Suite 201A, Goleta, CA 93117  Phone:  805-705-2576
• Swenson Builders, 740 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060  Phone:  831-475-7100
• Swinerton Builders, 2880 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95054  Phone:  415-617-1467
• Thompson Builders, 250 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Bldg. A, Novato, CA 94949  Phone:  415-456-8972

RECEIPT OF BIDS

The City of Capitola will only accept sealed bids from the prequalified general contractors for the Capitola Branch Library Project.  Bids may be submitted to the City of Capitola, City Hall, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, Calfornia, 95010 on or before 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2018.  Any bid received after such time will not be given consideration.

OPENING OF BIDS

Bids will be publicly opened and read out loud after 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2018, at the City of Capitola at 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California, 95010.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The proposed new library will be a 11,700 square-foot single story building positioned in the south-east corner of the 47,536 square-foot parcel, located at 2005 Wharf Road, in Capitola, CA.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the construction of a new ground-up wood-frame, Type V-B, non-rated, single-story library, including; reading rooms, group study areas, stack shelving areas, meeting rooms, multi-purpose room, and staff offices.  Work includes all relevant scopes of work; site work, weather-tight exterior assemblies, roofing, metal-stud framing and interior gypsum board, related electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systems, utilities-infrastructure, and interior and exterior architectural finishes.

The library was designed by Noll & Tam Architects and Planners, of Berkeley, California.

The construction is anticipated to begin in mid-June 2018, and complete by Fall 2019

The current estimated construction cost for the project is $9.65 million.

PREVAILING WAGE RATE REQUIREMENT

In accordance with the provisions of the California Labor Code, the City Council hereby determines that the general prevailing per diem rate of wages in the locality in which the work is to be performed, for laborers and for each craft or type of worker and mechanic employed in the execution of the contract, is the Union Wage Scale established for Santa Cruz County, which wage scale as of the execution date of this contract is incorporated herein as if fully set forth.  Overtime shall be not less than one and one‑half (1‑1/2) times the established rates. Sundays and holidays shall be not less than two (2) times the established rates.  In payment of labor, the Contractor shall comply with the provisions of the Labor Code of the State of California, Sections 1770 to 1781 inclusive (Article 2, Chapter 1, Part 7, Division 2), and any acts amendatory thereto.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

The City of Capitola, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252) and the regulations of the Department of Commerce (15 C.F.R., Part 8), issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all Bidders that it will affirmatively insure that the contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement will be awarded to the lowest responsible Bidder without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex or national origin.

CITY BUSINESS LICENSE REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL BIDDER AND SUBCONTRACTORS

The successful Bidder who is awarded the contract, and their subcontractors, will be required to obtain a City of Capitola Business License before commencing work on this project.

OBTAINING BID DOCUMENTS

To be placed on the plan holders list for this project and to receive information on downloading the plans and specifications, and to be notified of any future addendums or notices, complete the following information and submit.

Steven E. Jesberg, Public Works Director

The November 2016 Presidential General Election is just months away and deadlines for those interested in running for Capitola city offices are this summer.  Capitola's openings include two Council Members and one City Treasurer; Terms for Mayor Edward A. Bottorff, Council Member Dennis Norton, and City Treasurer Christine McBroom expire in December.

The candidate filing period begins Monday, July 18, and ends August 12, 2016.  Candidates for City Council and City Treasurer must obtain candidate papers from the Capitola City Clerk.

The filing period for Nomination Papers for an incumbent is from Monday, July 18, 2016, through Friday, August 12, 2016, at 5 p.m. Since one of the incumbents will not be filling due to term limits, the nomination period for all other candidates will be extended to Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at 5 p.m. A candidate may withdraw his/her nomination paper until August 17, 2016, up until 5 p.m.

For more information, please call the Capitola City Clerk at 831-475-7300.

A Candidate’s Handbook from the Santa Cruz County Clerk Elections Department is also available online at www.votescount.com.

This event is hosted by the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce. For more information, please visit their website: https://master.capitolachamber.com/events/details/capitola-city-council-candidate-forum-2995

The  Capitola City Council will be conducting the following Special Zoning Code Update Meetings at 6:00 PM. These special meetings will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers, 420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, California.

• Monday, October 19, 2015
• Monday, October 26, 2015
• Thursday, November 19, 2015