the santa cruz city council reached a final decision on new rules for surf schools at cowell beach. 4 year-round permits will be issued for surf schools, and an additional permit will be issued to u.c. santa cruz to operate in non-summer months. the cost of the permits is set to be increased to 1000 dollars, up from the current 750 dollars. the schools will be limited to 32 students in the water at any given time.
