Affordable Housing Proposal Prompts Legal Threats + Toys For Tots

Morning, neighbors! Courtney Teague here with your brand-new copy of theSanta Cruz Daily.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 77 Low: 50.

Here are the top stories today in Santa Cruz:

1. In its 50th Year, Planned Parenthood Mar Monte Continues to Bring Vital Services (Good Times Weekly)
2. Following Legal Threats, Santa Cruz City Council to Revisit Affordable Housing Proposal (Good Times Weekly)
3. Santa Cruz Hosts 3 Golden State Warriors: Photos (Santa Cruz Patch)
4. "Stuff the Bus" this holiday season with Santa Cruz METRO & Toys For Tots (Lookout Santa Cruz)

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Today in Santa Cruz:

• Santa Cruz Little League - Register now for the spring season! (9:00 AM)
• Zoning Administrator Meeting - Santa Cruz City (10:00 AM)
• Rockin’ Pop-Up: The Geologic History of Plants (online) (12:00 PM)
• LGBTQ Task Force - Santa Cruz City Schools (3:30 PM)
• Think Big About Your Future: Career Spotlight for Teens (4:00 PM)
• Reading in the Redwoods Book Group - Virtual Library (6:00 PM)
• Virtual Writers' Open Mic Night - Virtual Library (6:00 PM)
• Stories for Bedtime - Virtual Library (7:00 PM)
• UCSC Orchestra - University of California Santa Cruz-Concerts & Performances (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter: "Meet Mario, our very sweet Pet of the Week! Mario is 12 years young and was surrendered to the Shelter back in August when his owner became ill and could no longer care for him. Life at the Shelter has been a tough adjustment for Mario a..." (Facebook)
• City of Santa Cruz Public Works: "Last week, our Street Maintenance team took advantage of the good weather and quiet town before the holiday to pave and restripe the Wharf entrance." (Facebook)
• Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC): "Public input is being sought on transportation projects proposed for approximately $11 million in regional shares of state and federal funding. Join us for the public hearing on Thursday, December 2 2021 to provide your input. https://sc..." (Facebook)
• Santa Cruz City Government: "Last week, our Street Maintenance team took advantage of the good weather and quiet town before the holiday to pave and restripe the Wharf entrance." (Facebook)
• Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay: "Today is #givingTuesday ! We are so happy to be part of the growing #SantaCruzGives initiative. Matching funds make your gift today go even further! Follow the link in bio or go to santacruzgives.org and search for Habitat for Humanity M..." (Facebook)
• UCSC Libraries: "Slugs! Today's Tuesday Tip is that you need to schedule your study rooms for finals week! The sooner you do it, the better. Stay safe, stay motivated, stay hydrated! #motivated #finals #studyhard Link to reserve: http://ow.ly/7pKt50GYWJz" (Facebook)

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— Courtney Teague

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Santa Cruz Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at courtney.teague@patch.com.