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Santa Cruz directs staff to shore up aid for Seabright, harbor businesses during Murray Street Bridge closure
Summary
The City Council approved a package of measures directing staff to pursue transit, parking, marketing and financial-support options to help Seabright and harbor businesses affected by the multi‑year Murray Street Bridge project.
The Santa Cruz City Council voted to direct staff to pursue a package of transportation, signage, marketing and financial measures to support Seabright and harbor businesses affected by the Murray Street Bridge closure.
Councilmember Sonia Bruner moved the measure after hearing more than a dozen business owners describe diminished trade and staff shortages caused by the bridge work. The motion directed staff to explore use of the Regional Transportation Commission's rail bridge, Santa Cruz Metro and harbor‑ferry options, free or reduced‑cost parking in Seabright, new signage and citywide marketing, extensions of temporary outdoor‑dining approvals, and potential forgivable‑loan programs or other financial relief. The council also asked staff to return with additional options within two council meetings and to…
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