Question 1

Where is the event taking place?

Accepted Answer

Event attendees will gather at the corner of Cathcart and Cedar streets in downtown Santa Cruz. The rally will take place at the beginning of the event, followed by the March along Pacific Avenue to the Santa Cruz County building parking lot on Ocean Street.

Question 2

What partner groups are participating in the event?

Accepted Answer

The March will be a partnership event with coalition partners across Santa Cruz County, including Santa Cruz Community Health, Housing Santa Cruz County, Abode Services, Homeless Garden Project, Front Street Inc., Families in Transition, WINGS, Pajaro Valley Shelter Services, and many more to come.

Question 3

What’s the route for the event?

Accepted Answer

The March and opening rally will begin at the corner of Cathcart and Cedar streets in downtown Santa Cruz. From there, attendees will March along Pacific Avenue to Water Street, and then end the March at the Santa Cruz County building parking lot off of Ocean Street for the festival.

Question 4

Will there be snacks or drinks?

Accepted Answer

Merchandise, food and beverages will be available for purchase at the Santa Cruz County building parking lot. 
Attendees may bring their own beverages and snacks as needed.

Question 5

What items are prohibited at the march?

Accepted Answer

Alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

Question 6

Are there bathrooms at the march?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there will be ADA accessible restrooms and handwashing stations.

Question 7

Can I bring my dog, my bike and/or my stroller?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at the event. Attendees can join the March with their bikes, scooters and strollers, while maintaining safe practices.

Question 8

Can I participate if I use a wheelchair or have mobility issues?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please! We invite all of our community members to participate in the March and festival to their comfort level.
The March will take place along sidewalks with space for those in need of wheelchair access, and the festival will have accessibility in mind for attendees.

Question 9

Who can I reach out to for additional accommodations?

Accepted Answer

For further accommodations, please contact Amanda Harris Altice at marchinfo@housingmatterssc.org.

Question 10

Are there opportunities for volunteering at the march?

Accepted Answer

Of course there are! We will need your help in making sure this event goes off without a hitch. To learn more about how you can help, contact Marsa Greenspan, Volunteer Program Manager, at mgreenspan@housingmatterssc.org or (831) 226-2486.

Question 11

Where can I park?

Accepted Answer

There is no designated parking for this event. We encourage attendees to park throughout the downtown Santa Cruz area, and into the nearby areas without permit restrictions. Parking is available for those with ADA placards at the Santa Cruz County office building.

Question 12

Where can I park if I need ADA parking?

Accepted Answer

ADA parking is available in parking lots throughout the downtown Santa Cruz area, and at the Santa Cruz County building parking lot.

Question 13

What’s the plan if it rains?

Accepted Answer

This event will take place rain or shine.

Question 14

What are the COVID-19 precautions?

Accepted Answer

This will be based on current county guidelines. Masks are optional but recommended.

Question 15

What if I have more questions?

Accepted Answer

Please send further questions to marchinfo@housingmatterssc.org.

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