Laurel Area News Today

The city of Santa Cruz recently announced the release of the public review draft of its downtown plan expansion project, which would change the zoning in the neighborhood south of Laurel Street to pave the way for a new stadium and a series of highrise buildings. Community members are urged to provide their feedback about the document by July 10.

"As we are asked to vote for or against Measure M on the March ballot, consider what the Santa Cruz General Plan says about our built environment," writes Judi Grunstra in a Guest Commentary.