Full Notification

PRESS  RELEASE 
 
Date: March 31, 2020
 
City of Capitola Issues Beach Orders
Restrictions to Comply with Social Distancing Requirements
 

On March 16, Santa Cruz County Health Officer issued a Shelter in Place Order. The order directs all county residents to remain in their homes, except for when completing essential  activities  or  working  in  an  essential  job  function.  Though  recreation  and outdoor  activity  is  allowed  under  the  health  order,  social  distancing  practices  must always be complied with. Though public outreach and education has been attempted to emphasize  the  importance  of  social  distancing,  the  City  of  Capitola  has  observed instances of public gatherings and social distancing violations in Capitola Village and on the beach since the shelter in place order was announced.
 
Due to concerns about the concentration of people in the Capitola Village and the small beach area, and the possibility of larger crowds gathering with warmer weather, the City of Capitola is ordering the following measures.
 
•    The Upper and Lower Pacific  Cove parking  lots are closed  to the
      public.  The Lower lot is open to permit parking, and
      City employee parking only.
 
•    The maximum allowed time to park in the Capitola Village will be
      reduced from the regular 3 hours to 1 hour.  This change will take
      effect on April 2.
 
•    Benches have been removed from the sidewalk adjacent to
     Capitola Beach.
 
•    Temporary  large  shade  structures  (pop  ups,  tents)  are  banned
      on  Capitola Beach. Umbrellas are allowed.
 
 
 

These changes will be in effect until further notice.