Major news in 1986 was around financial woes of the various Water Districts, flood damages from storms in February, concerns about the stability of the reservoirs in the area and problems with septic systems. Schools were in the news regarding how students were scoring in academics and new plans for expansion. Churches were in the news regarding rumors about their plans for expansion and also broadening services like the Food Pantry in Ben Lomond. The San Lorenzo Valley efforts at establishing paramedic training was met with approval and requests for more services in Boulder Creek.