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City Council Election

Get ready for a shake-up in Santa Cruz city politics! A UCSC student is challenging incumbent Councilmember Renée Golder, promising a fresh perspective and a potentially lively election season.

7 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Mar 6, 2026

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Election Results

Big news out of Santa Cruz County! Measure C passed in the special election, so whatever that was about is officially happening. We'll have to wait and see the full impact, but it's a done deal.

3 mentionsLast discussed Nov 6, 2025

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City Council Composition

Santa Cruz just got its most diverse City Council yet, and it's turning heads statewide! This new crew is bringing a fresh vibe and new ideas to the table.

1 mentionLast discussed Dec 8, 2020