Tag: leadership
Rutherford named as Scotts Valley’s next police chief
City of Scotts Valley has selected Jayson Rutherford as its next chief of police, promoting a 28-year veteran who has spent his entire law...
Supervisor Martinez chosen as 2026 board chair
Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors has selected District 5 Supervisor Monica Martinez to serve as board chair for 2026.
Martinez—the first openly LGBTQ+ and...
Santa Cruz County earns Clean California Community designation
The County of Santa Cruz recently announced its designation as a Clean California Community, a recognition that highlights local efforts to reduce litter, beautify...
After decade with Scotts Valley Chamber, Reber takes helm of Valley...
After more than a decade of guiding the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce through some of the most challenging years in local history, Executive...
Scotts Valley police chief announces retirement after 8 years at the...
After two years at Cabrillo College and a couple more at Southern Oregon University, Steve Walpole Jr. embarked on a 30-year career in policing...
Santa Cruz County marks fire safety milestone with picnic celebration
Fire safety advocates and local leaders recently gathered at Paradise Park to celebrate Santa Cruz County’s milestone of surpassing 100 Firewise USA communities—earning third...
Sandwich shop owner appointed to Scotts Valley Council
As Greg Wimp, the owner of multiple area Togo’s sandwich shop locations, stepped up Oct. 1 to address Scotts Valley City Council about why...
Felton Fire District fails to provide proper legal notice for budget...
Felton and local area residents expecting to review their fire district’s budget this week were left in the dark after the Felton Fire Protection...
Scotts Valley officials share successes, future goals at annual address
According to leaders of the City of Scotts Valley, the city is doing A-OK.
On Sept. 16, the Senior Life Association of Scotts Valley hosted...
Scotts Valley vice mayor bows out for move to Texas
For the first time in years, Scotts Valley City Council no longer has two members with last names that are just a letter apart.
Mayor...
Road project on Highway 9 in Felton continues next week
A project to construct sidewalks, curb ramps, driveways and retaining walls on Highway 9 between Graham Hill Road and the San Lorenzo Valley schools...
