A little Sharks history for today.
Darnell Nurse was once suspended 3 games for being ruled the aggressor in a fight with Sharks defenseman Roman Polak.
Soft opening today! 🎉
Poon Sup Thai Food is now open for its soft opening at 11 Camp Evers Lane!
🕚 Hours today: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
If you’re in the area and looking to try a new local spot, stop by, grab a meal, and help welcome them to the community. If you go, let everyone know what you think!
The neighbors were really upset about the first project, storage rentals. The City of Scotts Valley will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, July 1, at 6:00 PM regarding a proposed 96-unit affordable housing development at 125 Bethany Drive.
According to the application submitted on May 20, 2026, the proposal would redevelop the existing office center into two apartment buildings with 96 affordable housing units on a 1.31-acre site. The project is being reviewed under AB 2011, SB 330, and California’s State Density Bonus Law.
The meeting will include:
An overview of the proposed project
An explanation of the review and approval process
A public Q&A session
Meeting Details
Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Council Chambers, 1 Civic Center Drive, Scotts Valley
Important: This is an informational meeting only. No project approvals or decisions will be made at this meeting.
What are your thoughts on the proposed redevelopment at 125 Bethany Drive?
It’s for sale for $75K, you also need be a Mason. The kitchen is also missing a wall.
Photo 1 is AI. SUMMARY:
Scotts Valley Fire District Announces New Program Seeking Insurance Reimbursement for Emergency Response Costs, Preserving Taxpayer Funds (June 24, 2026)
The Scotts Valley Fire Protection District has rolled out a Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Cost Recovery Program in partnership with Fire Recovery USA. 
Key Details:
• Why now? The district responds to over 150 motor vehicle collisions per year, many on Highway 17 and Mount Hermon Road involving non-residents. These calls are resource-heavy (personnel time, equipment, extrication tools, hazmat cleanup, scene protection, etc.) and costly.
• How it works: When firefighters provide eligible services at an MVA (e.g., fluid/debris cleanup, extrication, scene mitigation), Fire Recovery USA bills the at-fault party’s insurance company for documented costs. Fees are based on national averages and are widely accepted by insurers.
• Impact so far: Since launching in mid-April 2026, they’ve submitted nearly $10,000 in claims and collected over $2,500 in revenue. 
• Benefits for locals: Recovers money from third-party insurers (often out-of-area drivers) instead of relying solely on local property taxes. This helps fund essential services and capital needs without raising taxes or cutting response capabilities.
• Transparency: The district will track all billed incidents, collections, and uncollected amounts. Quarterly reports go to the Board, with administrative fees from the partner deducted.
“Protecting lives, property, and the environment through exceptional levels of service remains our top priority. This program enables Scotts Valley Fire District to pursue reimbursement from responsible parties, helping sustain frontline services without shifting costs to local taxpayers.”
For residents: If you’re in an accident and your insurance is billed, most policies already cover these types of response fees. Questions? Call (831) 438-0211 or email info@scottsvalleyfire.org.
This is a smart, targeted approach many other fire/EMS agencies use. It shifts costs to those responsible (via insurance) while protecting local taxpayers. What do you think — good fiscal move or potential for headaches?
Full Article
“by Contributor - Robert Aldana | Jun 24, 2026 | Announcements, Community Events, Community News, Featured Story

SCOTTS VALLEY, CA — June 24, 2026 — The Scotts Valley Fire District today announced the implementation of a motor vehicle accident cost recovery program in partnership with Fire Recovery USA. The program enables the District to seek reimbursement from insurance companies for emergency response costs when District resources provide services at motor vehicle collisions.
The Fire District responds to more than 150 motor vehicle collisions annually, with many occurring along Highway 17 and Mount Hermon Road. A significant portion of these incidents involve non-residents traveling through the area. These responses can be time and resource-intensive, and costly for the District.
The recovery program helps offset emergency response expenses without increasing costs to local residents and businesses. Many insurance policyholders already have this coverage included in their policies, and recovering these funds preserves tax revenue for essential District services and capital needs. Since implementation in mid-April, the program has generated nearly $10,000 in submitted claims and collected over $2,500 in revenue.
How the Program Works: When Scotts Valley Fire District personnel respond to and provide services at a motor vehicle collision, Fire Recovery USA will bill the at-fault party’s insurer for documented eligible costs on the District’s behalf. Only incidents meeting specific program criteria—such as cleaning up fluids and debris, or the use of extrication tools—will be submitted for recovery. The program focuses on recoveries from liable third-party insurers.
Eligible expenses may include protecting the scene from secondary collisions, supplies and materials used to mitigate the incident, extrication tools and specialized equipment, and related incident support costs incurred during the response. The fee(s) are based on national average costs, and widely accepted by insurance providers.
Program Oversight and Transparency: The District will maintain comprehensive documentation of all billed incidents, revenue generated, and uncollected funds. This information will be shared regularly with the Board of Directors for ongoing program evaluation. Additionally, the District will publish quarterly reports to the Board summarizing program recoveries and any administrative fees deducted by the third-party administrator.
“Protecting lives, property, and the environment through exceptional levels of service remains our top priority,” said Fire Chief Mark Correira. “This program enables Scotts Valley Fire District to pursue reimbursement from responsible parties, helping sustain frontline services without shifting costs to local taxpayers.”
Questions and Contact Information: Residents with questions about the program, eligibility criteria, or how recoveries are handled may contact the Scotts Valley Fire District Administrative Office at (831) 438-0211 or email info@scottsvalleyfire.org.
About Scotts Valley Fire District: The Scotts Valley Fire Protection District serves 24,000 residents in a 30 square mile area including the City of Scotts Valley, Pasatiempo, Rolling Woods, Branciforte and Glenwood neighborhoods. The District is dedicated to protecting lives, property, and the environment through rapid response, prevention and community education programs.”
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Project Update:
The City of Scotts Valley has begun the Scotts Valley Drive / Mt. Hermon Road Improvements Project. Construction activities are expected to continue through September 2, 2026. Residents and motorists should anticipate periodic traffic delays within the project area during construction.
This project includes the removal and replacement of failed pavement sections, application of slurry seal to preserve and extend pavement life, roadway striping improvements, installation of curb and curb & gutter, traffic control measures, and temporary erosion control measures.
The City is committed to keeping the community informed throughout this project. This webpage will be updated regularly with the latest project information, including construction progress, upcoming activities, schedule changes, and other important announcements. Please check back weekly for updates.
Proposed Project Plans
To view the proposed project plans, please click here. (Please note, plans are subject to changes.)
What to Expect:
Lane Closures: Lane closures will be in place. The full roadway will not be closed; however, please expect delays and plan accordingly.
No Parking: “No Parking” signs will be place in advanced. All vehicles must be removed from the street by 9:00 AM. Vehicles left in work zones will be towed at owner’s expense.
Drying Time: After treatment, Slurry takes up to 4 hours to cure. Driving, walking, or biking on the surface before it cures can cause damage and permanent stains to vehicles, shoes, carpets, and flooring.
Driveway Access: access to major driveways or side streets will be maintained to the greatest extent feasible. However, temporary access restrictions may occur. Residents may not be able to enter or exit driveways for up to approximately 2 hours during active work operations.
Emergency vehicles will always have access.
Trash & Recycling: Trash and recycling collections will not be impacted.
Proposed Project Timeline
Week of June 22: Roadway paving on Mt. Hermon Road
Week of June 29: Patch paving on Scotts Valley Drive
Week of July 6: Grind out and removal of striping on Mt. Hermon Road
Monday, July 13th, 2026: Slurry Seal treatment on** Scotts Valley Drive, northbound outside lane, from Mt. Hermon to Granite Creek Rd
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026: Slurry Seal treatment on Scotts Valley Drive, southbound outside lane, from Mt. Hermon to Granite Creek Rd.
Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: Slurry Seal treatment on Scotts Valley Drive, northbound inside lane, from Mt. Hermon to Granite Creek Rd.
Thursday, July 16th, 2026: Slurry Seal treatment on **Scotts Valley Drive, southbound inside lane, from Mt. Hermon to Granite Creek Rd.
Safety Reminders:
Please drive slowly through the project area. Loose gravel may reduce traction, increase stopping distances, and create hazards for motorists and pedestrians.
Please keep children and pets away from the work area.
Please do not water lawns or wash vehicles on the day of work. Runoff onto the pavement may occur, and moisture on the roadway surface can prevent the material from setting properly.
General Project Description:
The City of Scotts Valley is seeking to rehabilitate the road pavement and improve multimodal access and safety for cyclists and pedestrians on Scotts Valley Drive. The scope of work will evaluate the implementation of bike and pedestrian improvements consistent with City staff discussion, the General Plan adopted November 2023, and the Scotts Valley Active Transportation Plan (ATP) adopted in March 2021.
Scotts Valley Drive between Civic Center Drive and Glenwood Drive is a 4-lane principal arterial roadway that provides direct local access to commercial businesses, residential homes, and connectivity with Highway 17 at the Glenwood/Granite Creek interchange. The project roadway segment currently provides class II bike lanes, pedestrian sidewalks on both sides of the street, and crosswalk facilities at the signalized intersections.
At the September 18, 2024 City Council meeting, the Council voted to move ahead with design and construction of “Concept 1”. Concept 1 proposes a balanced street design that improves safety and accessibility for all users. The layout includes maintaining the two travel lanes in each direction and the center turn lane to support smooth traffic flow, while increasing bike lanes to a 7-foot width and adding a 3.5-foot striped buffer for additional protection.
The project will include several roadway maintenance and safety improvements along the corridor. Key elements of the work include:
Slurry Seal Application: A protective surface treatment will be applied to the roadway to extend pavement life and improve ride quality.
Pavement Dig-Outs and Repairs: Damaged areas of pavement will be removed and replaced to address localized failures before the slurry seal is applied.
Traffic Signal Loop Detector Replacement: In-pavement detectors at signalized intersections will be updated to ensure reliable vehicle detection and traffic signal operation.
New Striping and Lane Configuration – After the slurry seal, the roadway will be re-striped to reflect the updated lane layout, including new bike lanes, buffers.
Construction Staging
Construction will be staged to minimize impacts on local traffic and access to homes and businesses. Work will occur in phases, with temporary lane closures and traffic control as needed. The specific staging locations will be determined by the contractor and shared with the public in advance of work beginning.
Public Feedback Opportunities
Please use the online feedback form [https://forms.office.com/g/YkTYmaBkw1] to share specific feedback regarding these proposed modifications.
Contact Information
To reach VSS International, Inc., the on-site contractor, please call 913-373-1500 or 916-397-1976 or via email at questions@slurry.com”
The Scotts Valley Planning Commission has approved plans for a major recreation project at the Boys & Girls Club property at El Pueblo Road and Scotts Valley Drive.
According to the approved plans, the project would include:
A new 7,480 sq. ft. clubhouse
Renovation of the existing 2,450 sq. ft. clubhouse
A new 6-lane swimming pool
A 1,500 sq. ft. pool house
Additional improvements across the 1.6-acre site
One interesting detail discussed during the process was the possibility that the pool could eventually be available for local schools and potentially the broader community, although those details have not been finalized.
The project still has additional steps before construction begins, but the Planning Commission approval is a significant milestone.
For Scotts Valley residents: What do you think?
Would a public-access pool be a benefit to the community?
Should the city prioritize more recreation facilities?
Any concerns about traffic, parking, or costs?
This could become one of the larger recreational investments Scotts Valley has seen in years.
“The Scotts Valley Farmers' Market MOVES to a new location, Graham Plaza at 219 Mount Hermon Rd, on June 27th, 2026. We are excited about setting up in this new central spot - it's walkable, convenient and near some wonderful businesses.
Join us this Saturday, and every Saturday that follows, from 8a-noon. Opening day we have some special festivities including art making, a market hunt with the Santa Cruz Public Libraries and a free mini-cookie from Old Companion Bakeshop for the first 500 visitors. Come celebrate the change.”