Santa Cruz Port District
Newsletter - June 2020
COVID-19 Update
LAUNCH RAMP REOPENS TO GENERAL RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY
Santa Cruz Harbor's launch ramp reopened to general recreational use on May 19, 2020.

All launch activity must comply with shelter-in-place orders issued by the Santa Cruz County Health Officer and all measures put in place to ensure social distancing,  including:

  • No congregating. Launchers must maintain 6' distance from others
  • Wear a mask at all times during launch and retrieval and while in the parking lot
  • No non-essential travel. Launchers must be Santa Cruz County residents

Services are limited to meet shelter-in-place requirements:

  • Vessel wash down is closed
  • Fish cleaning table is closed
  • No shuttle service to/from remote parking. Launchers parking at 7th and Brommer must walk or arrange their own transportation to and from the ramp
  • Utilize self-pay options to pay day launch fees including: self-pay stations in launch parking area; pay by check with launch tag (drop in the harbor office mail slot or mail in within 10 days of launch)
  • Users must wear a face covering during launch, retrieval and while in the parking area.
  • Note: Street parking requires a Live Oak parking permit on weekends and holidays. Passes are available at the County of Santa Cruz pay station located at the end of 5th Avenue near the beach.

Annual launch ramp permits are available for purchase at the harbor office. Day launch permits can be purchased at the self-pay stations.

Launch ramps in Moss Landing and Monterey have also reopened. Users are encouraged to avoid non-essential travel and utilize facilities in their place of residence.
RELIEF MEASURES
In addition to waiving late fees, interest charges, and forestalling the eviction and slip revocation process due to delinquency through June 30, 2020, the Port Commission has also taken action to offer relief measures for landside tenants , marina customers, and charter operators . Extended payment plans can be arranged and will allow deferral of rent by 50% for a period of 90 days, with the deferred amount paid back over an extended-term with no late fees or interest charged if paid as agreed.

Visit the Port District's website for more information on COVID-19 updates and response measures.
DISINFECTING CLEANING SERVICES
We appreciate everyone’s efforts to observe social distancing and wear a mask when in public spaces. The harbor is continuing to provide additional services which are intended to protect the health of our users, tenants, and employees. 

Public restrooms and boaters’ restrooms are being disinfected two times per day by contract janitorial service providers, and office break rooms, restrooms, and other high-touch areas are being disinfected once per day.
 
We are doing our best to provide adequate soap and disinfectant supplies. If you notice a restroom is running short on supplies or needs attention, please email  [email protected] .
Announcements
HARBOR OFFICE REOPENING

To streamline delivery of essential services and lessen the burden on harbor patrol staff, and in accordance with the Santa Cruz County Health Officer’s Health Order and all subsequent amendments, customer service counters at the harbor office and boatyard will reopen on a reduced schedule beginning June 1, 2020. The harbor office will be open Monday through Sunday, 10 AM to 4 PM.

Entry into the harbor office will be limited to one customer at a time. All customers must wear a face covering and comply with social distancing protocols. Customers are still encouraged to minimize contact and utilize the Port District’s online bill pay system to make necessary payments.
WE'RE OPEN!
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE

413 Lake Avenue, Suite 104, a 239 square foot office featuring expansive harbor views, is available for rent.

Interested applicants must complete a rental application and submit it, along with any additional documentation that may be relative to the selection process, on or before June 12, 2020.

The application is available on the Port District's   website.

View the Lease Ad,   here.
Aldo’s Harbor Restaurant has reopened for “to go” food service on the west side of Santa Cruz Harbor.

Call (831) 426-3736 to place an order and continue to enjoy Aldo’s famous calamari, a shrimp Louie, a burger and fries, or other classics on a take-out basis.
PAPERLESS STATEMENTS
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VESSEL INSURANCE
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insurance certificate?

Reminder that vessel insurance is required, effective January 1, 2019. 

Click  here  for additional information about the District's vessel insurance policy requirements.
ATTENTION BOATERS: SHORELINE CLOSURE
California State Parks would like to remind all boaters of regulations governing shoreline closures along the Santa Cruz County coastline, as well as the area surrounding the Seacliff State Beach pier, cement ship, and the area of New Brighton State Beach.

All vessels are required to stay 1,000 feet offshore from any state beach within Santa Cruz County. In addition to the shoreline closure, vessels are not permitted within a 200-foot radius of the Seacliff State Beach pier or cement ship.

Please be mindful of these regulations when transiting the coastline. Buoys have been placed between New Brighton State Beach and the Seacliff State Beach pier to mark the shoreline closure area. Boaters are asked to stay outside the buoys when transiting and while viewing wildlife. For more information, please contact State Parks Lifeguard Headquarters at (831) 427-4868.