News Briefs (May 22, 2015)

Monte Vista Christian School graduation Saturday
Scotts Valley and Felton families will celebrate the 183 members of the Monte Vista Christian School Class of 2015 during commencement ceremonies Saturday.
The graduation begins at 10 a.m. in Mustang Stadium at 2 School Way in Watsonville.
The class includes Scotts Valley residents Callan Alexander, Hanna Christensen, Kevin Cole, Carly Rice, Te’a Stephenson and David Waller. Felton senior McKenna Pahl is also graduating on Saturday. 
 
Traffic Advisory West & East Zayante Road
People who drive along West and East Zayante roads will face traffic delays through June 5 as the San Lorenzo Valley Water District begins construction to improve local water mains as part of the Regional Water System Inertie Project.
District Manager Brian C. Lee announced traffic delays with potential lane closures between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on each day, weather permitting. People can contact Rick Rogers, Director of Operations at (831) 430-4624 to get more information or visit the district’s website www.slvwd.com. Information about county maintained roads in Santa Cruz County is at www.sccroadclosure.org.
CalTrans seeks public input
CalTrans has unveiled its Draft 2015 Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan and is asking the public to weigh in on it.
The plan — which is posted at www.caltrans-itsp2015.org — describes the state strategy for creating contiguous, sustainable and efficient travel on state roads and highways and intercity rail.
The Draft 2015 Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan applies sustainability goals while addressing multimodal interregional transportation on state highways. The draft also addresses improved integration of rail systems — including the high-speed rail system — to better serve interregional travelers.
People can submit comments or questions and the website above or via email, HQ****************@do*.gov. The deadline is June 8.
Save Our Shores asks for litter-free Memorial Day at beach
Non-profit group Save Our Shores is offering Memorial Day beachgoers a trash bag and tips to keep Santa Cruz County sand clean. The groups issued a news release on Tuesday that read, “Trash left on the beach becomes pollution in the water and poses a dangerous threat to marine life, locals and visitors alike.”
On Monday from 1 to 4 p.m., volunteers will be out at Panther Beach, Cowell/Main Beach, Capitola Beach, Seacliff State Beach and Del Monte Beach to hand out free trash bags and encourage people to pick up after themselves.
On Tuesday, volunteers can join the group at Panther Beach, Cowell/Main Beach, Capitola Beach and Del Monte Beach from 9 to 11 a.m. for the Holiday Relief Cleanup.
Save Our Shores also offered five tips for visiting local beaches:
1. Pack all food and beverages in reusable containers and bring your own utensils.
2. Transport your food, party supplies, and personal belongings in reusable bags.
3. If barbecuing, make sure hot coals are safely disposed of, so they don’t burn others.
4. Avoid bringing Styrofoam items, as they often break into pieces that are difficult to clean up.
5. If you cannot take garbage home with you, find a trash can or dumpster to dispose of it properly.
Raley’s enters third generation family ownership
Michael Teel, president and CEO of Raley’s, will inherit majority ownership of the northern California supermarket chain from his parents Jim and Joyce Raley Teel, daughter of founder Tom Raley.
Raley’s owns the Nob Hill brand, with a store at 222 Mt. Herman Rd. in Scotts Valley.
Teel will own 92 percent of the company and become majority owner, with his four sisters equally sharing the remaining eight percent. Other details of the deal are a private family matter.