Share Your Ideas for Downtown Watsonville!

Give us your feedback on design recommendations for public spaces, character areas, streetscape, and bike network in Downtown Watsonville.

We want to hear from you! Give us your feedback on design recommendations for public spaces, character areas, streetscape, and bike network in Downtown Watsonville.  These recommendations are based on input received from the community and Advisor...

Free Water Conservation Consultation - Preparing for the Drought

Our knowledgeable Water Conservation Specialists will show you how you can easily conserve water, eliminate run-off, and save money on your water bill.

Free Water Conservation Consultation - Preparing for the Drought 

The City of Watsonville Public Works and Utilities Department offers free Water Conservation Consultations and rebates to replace high water-use lawns with drought-tolerant...

Paycheck Protection Program Extended

The Paycheck Protection Program has been EXTENDED to May 31, 2021.

Paycheck Protection Program Extended

The Paycheck Protection Program has been EXTENDED an additional two months to May 31, 2021, and then providing an additional 30-day period for the SBA to process applications that are still pending. NEW Deadlin...

Restaurant Revitalization Fund

Registration for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund will begin Friday, April 30, 2021 at 9am and the application period will start on Monday, May 3 at 12pm.

Restaurant Revitalization Fund

Registration for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund will begin Friday, April 30, 2021 at 9am and the application period will start on Monday, May 3 at 12pm ET. The online application will remain open to any ...

ABC Updates Renewal Fee Waiver Requirements and Guidelines

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a relief package that authorizes ABC to waive license renewal fees for eligible licensees

ABC Updates Renewal Fee Waiver Requirements and Guidelines to include Type 02,23 and 74 licenses

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a relief package that authorizes ABC to waive license renewal fees for eligible licensees. Review the requirements an...

COVID Vaccine Appointments Available!

If you or someone you know still needs the COVID-19 vaccine, we can help!
Register for an appointment by calling 931-768-3279.

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REMINDER: Accepting Reusable Bags During COVID-19

Retail and grocery stores can now accept reusable bags from customers.

REMINDER: Accepting Reusable Bags During COVID-19

Retail and grocery stores can now accept reusable bags from customers. The  safety protocol for accepting reusable bags allows shoppers to bag their own groceries at checkout or outside of the stor...

FY 2021-2023 Social & Community Service Grants

The City is currently accepting applications for Social and Community Service Grants. The deadline to apply is May 17, 2021 by 5 pm.

Self Care Kit for Teens

Calling all teens~ Recharge yourself with our latest Self-Care Kit for Teens

Calling all teens ~ Recharge yourself with our latest Self-Care Kit for Teens. Stop by Watsonville Public Library, Main Branch and pick up a kit which includes supplies to make your own eye mask.

Our Self-Care Kits for Teens are available on a first-come, ...

Main Library Re-opening 2nd Floor

The second floor of the Main Library will Reopen on May 3rd, 2021

Calling all Watsonville Public Library patrons ~ Starting Monday, May 3rd; the Main Library will reopen the 2nd floor of the library. Limited in-person Services will include browsing of teen and adult English and Spanish materials and access to computers ...

Community Redistricting Advisory Committee

The Council will establish a seven-member Community Redistricting
Advisory Committee by resolution on May 25, 2021. The Committee
will receive public input and recommend new district boundaries to
the City Council. Applications are due May 14, 2021.

Every ten years upon the release of the decennial census data, the City of Watsonville must redraw its seven (7) City Council districts based on the new census data and criteria set forth in state law and the City Charter. Click here to learn more.

The Cou...

RFP for City Attorney Services

The City of Watsonville (“City”) is soliciting proposals from qualified attorneys and/or law firms interested in providing City Attorney services. The selected attorney or law firm will be expected to provide a wide range of services t...

COMMUNITY RISK ASSESSMENT & STANDARDS OF COVER & SERVICE FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT RFP

The City of Watsonville is accepting proposals from qualified consultants...

The City of Watsonville is accepting proposals from qualified consultants (Proposer) to research, write, and produce a Community Risk Assessment with Standards of Cover and Service for the Watsonville Fire Department (WFD) consistent with the guidelines s...

Fun On the Run: Craft Kits for Adults

Fun on the Run for Adults: Origami Boxes

Explore the art of paper folding ~ learn how to make an origami box. Pick up one of our Fun on the Run craft kits for adults during library hours: Monday - Friday during open hours. Kits will include: origami paper and instructions.

Fun on the Run craft ki...

Main Library Re-opening 1st Floor

The first floor of the Main Library will Reopen on April 5th, 2021

Calling all Watsonville Public Library patrons ~ Starting Monday, April 5th; the Main Library will reopen the 1st floor of the library. Limited In-person Services will also include browsing of children's materials and early literacy learning computer use....

Public Hearing on Proposed Rate Adjustments for City Utility Services

The Watsonville City Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 5:30 p.m to consider recommended adjustments to water, sewer, and garbage collection service rates.

Public Hearing on Proposed Rate Adjustments for City Utility Services – Water, Sanitary Sewer and Solid Waste

The Watsonville City Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 5:30 p.m to consider recommended adjustments to water, sewe...

Annual Library Poetry Contest

Financial Literacy Month

April is Financial Literacy Month ~ Learning resources are available for the whole family.

Did you know that the month of April is financial literacy month? Make learning about personal finance a family affair ~ explore our curated booklists to find materials that match your financial goals, join our online Beanstack challenge to track your pro...

Storytime Kits

Missing Storytime? You can now bring storytime home with our new storytime kits.

Missing Storytime? You can now bring storytime home with our new storytime kits (bilingual thematic books, songs, and a craft for ages 2-5) ~ available at curbside pickup at the Main Library from 12-4:45pm M-Fri, just drop by and pick one up, no appointme...

Self Care Kit for Teens

Calling all teens! Looking for a way to decompress and enjoy a delicious treat?

Calling all teens ~ Take a break and care for yourself with our Self-Care Kit for Teens. Stop by Watsonville Public Library, Main Branch and pick up our latest kit which includes: a home-made stress ball kit and handouts for meditation and stress manageme...

Mobile WiFi Hotspots Available for Checkout

Need internet access at home? The library now offers mobile Wi-Fi hotspots for checkout.

Interested in checking out a mobile hotspot that will enable you to access the internet and browse the web? Hotspots are now available for check out at the Watsonville Public Library. Easily connect to the Internet using any WiFi enabled device such as a ...

~ Sign Up for the Library Newsletter ~

Want to keep up with what's going on at the library? We are excited to announce that you can now sign up to receive the library newsletter by email.

Want to keep up with what’s going on at the library? We are excited to announce that you can now sign up to receive the library newsletter by email ~ you can see the current one on our webpage  and follow the link on that page to sign up. &nb...

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Beanstack Challenge

Help your child develop early reading skills with our 1000 Books before Kindergarten reading challenge in Beanstack.

Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Help your child develop early reading skills with our 1000 Books before Kindergarten reading challenge in Beanstack. This program encourages parents to read 1,000 books with their children before age...

STEAM Take Home Kits for Youth

Wanting to STEAM from home? Our STEAM kits are available for pickup at the Main Library, during open hours. Limit one kit per household, while supplies last.

Wanting to STEAM from home? Our STEAM kits are available for pickup at the Main Library, during open hours. Limit one kit per household, while supplies last.

¿Quieres STEAM desde casa? Nuestros kits de STEAM están disponibles para recoger en la biblioteca ...

Califas: The Ancestral Journey Display at Main Library

View the artwork banners from the Califas Legacy Project in the windows of the Main Library Starting January 2021

Attention art enthusiasts ~ Watsonville Public Library will display exhibition banners in celebration of the Califas: The Ancestral Journey / El Viaje Ancestral book in our lobby windows beginning on January 2021 through March 2021. Imag...