Blue sky reflected in windows and patterns created by morning sunshine transform the facade of the Santa Cruz County Government Center to a dynamic tapestry of light, shadow and color.
The crowd's ire was directed at supervisors Bruce McPherson and Manu Koenig who voted against the staff recommendations to approve designs for the multi-use trail next to the rail line and sunk the motion through a 2-2 split vote, citing environmental impact concerns and ballooning costs.
Those who visit the Santa Cruz County Government Center through May will find the walls adorned with watercolor portraits, colorful sketches and even papier-mache and wire Dia de los Muertos skeletons.