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Santa Cruz Approves $232 Million Water Plant Upgrade

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Santa Cruz County recently saw two escaped emus safely captured after one wandered through a neighborhood and the other ran near traffic. Separately, the Santa Cruz City Council approved a $232 million overhaul of the aging Graham Hill Water Treatment Plant, with construction expected to start in 2027 and improve treatment capacity and resilience during storms and after wildfires. The county’s hotels are also reporting strong gains, which the article attributes in part to travelers choosing driveable destinations amid high fuel costs and local efforts involving AI trip planning and autism-friendly hospitality.

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