City Water Commission

Mission

Established by Resolution No. NS-22 in 1948, and reestablished by Ordinance No. 87-10 in 1987, the Water Commission advises the Council in all matters pertaining to the Santa Cruz Water System and its maintenance and management. The Commission also makes studies of long-range plans for securing sources of domestic water supply for the city and reports to the City Council its conclusions and recommendations for the improvement and extension of water systems, including sources, storage, transmission and distribution of water to consumers.

Bylaws

Under the applicable statues of the State of California and the City Charter of the City of Santa Cruz California the By-laws of the Water Commission set forth the rules and regulations governing the organization and procedures of the City Water Commission.

By-laws of the Water Commission(PDF, 155KB) - Updated December 14, 2021.

Meetings

The Water Commission meets in the Santa Cruz City Council Chambers, located at 809 Center Street, on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. For more information on commission members, meeting procedures, and how to participate, visit Meeting Information(PDF, 102KB).

Please Note: As of March 1, 2023, participation in meetings for city advisory bodies is in-person only. Members of the public can continue to stream the audio for the meetings from the city’s website; however, public comment will no longer be taken virtually and those wishing to address the commission must be in attendance at the location provided on the agenda.

The City of Santa Cruz does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Out of consideration for people with chemical sensitivities, please attend the meeting fragrance free. Upon request, the agenda can be provided in a format to accommodate special needs. Additionally, if you wish to attend this public meeting and will require assistance such as an interpreter for American Sign Language, Spanish, or other special equipment, please call Water Administration at 831-420-5200 at least five days in advance so that arrangements can be made. The Cal-Relay system number: 1-800-735-2922.

Water Commission Meetings
(Access upcoming agendas and those after October 2017)

For access to meeting agendas prior to October 2017, please visit Meeting Agendas.

Sign-up to receive email notices for future Water Commission meetings; Go to eNotifications page and check the Water Commission box.

Accessibility of all online advisory body agenda packets, minutes and audio files will be available from any advisory body webpage to enable easier public access to posted meeting information.

Should you have questions, please contact City Clerk Administrator Bonnie Bush at (831) 420-5035.