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SANTA CRUZ Measure W

Santa Cruz County • 2024 • M

Passed

Result: 58.8% yes, 41.2% no (13,107 votes cast)

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This charter amendment updates various administrative provisions in Watsonville's city charter, including clarifying staff positions and regulations, modifying city manager qualifications and duties, adjusting council meeting requirements and compensation structures, and revising provisions to align with current law. The measure also allows councilmembers to receive employment benefits, converts the Library Board to a Commission, and permits the council to set Planning Commissioner compensation.

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