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Santa Cruz supervisors unanimously ratify local emergency after coastal storm; port damage estimated over $20 million
Summary
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 27 unanimously ratified a proclamation of local emergency for the Dec. 24 coastal storm, authorizing staff to seek state and federal aid — including possible SBA support for harbor businesses — after officials described preliminary port damage estimates exceeding $20 million.
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors unanimously ratified a proclamation of local emergency on Dec. 27 for the Dec. 24 coastal storm, clearing the way for county staff to request state and federal assistance and Small Business Administration (SBA) support for harbor businesses.
County Administrative Officer and director of emergency services Dave Bridal told the board the county is "recognizing this is the fourth consecutive year that we've had a special meeting to ratify a proclamation." He said the action will help the county "request state and federal assistance" and noted officials do not yet expect damages statewide to qualify for a federal disaster declaration. "We will be requesting SBA support for the economic impact to the businesses on the wharf and businesses inside…
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