New tax laws, effective January 1, 2016, enhance the California State Board of Equalization’s ability to protect taxpayers and allow for ongoing administration of taxes that help pay for important state and local services such a public safety, education, and transportation.

Mark Stone represents the people of California’s 29th Assembly District. In his second term in office, Mark emerged as a leader on environmental protection, child welfare, public safety and other issues.

We received two greeting cards designed and created by young readers.

The Scotts Valley Sports Complex volunteer organization announced it has secured funding and commitments totaling more than $1 million toward the first phase of the ScottsValleyHigh School sports complex. Scotts Valley Sports Complex, in partnership with the ScottsValleyUnifiedSchool District and SVHS Falcon Club, will use the funds to begin construction of an all weather track, turf playing field, bleacher seating, press box, and storage. The first phase will total nearly $5 million, while the entire sports complex, including the aquatic center, is expected to total nearly $10 million.

Three Public Member committee positions are open at San Lorenzo Valley Water District The San Lorenzo Valley Water District announced the District is seeking applications...

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Thanks to a tip from the public, a home burglary suspect, Efrain Berulas, 49, was arrested by the Santa Cruz Police Department. On December 5, at approximately 6:15 p.m., Berulas was caught by video surveillance inside of the victims’ home. When the victims returned home the next day, they discovered the home had been burglarized. The suspect took electronics and tools while ransacking the home. The arrest was made on Thursday December 10, at approximately 11:00 a.m. Berulas was taken into custody without incident.

The week of December 7 through 11 saw the 3rd annual “Hour of Code.” School kids worldwide participated in this global event in more than 180 countries, according to the web site https.code.org.