If left alone, Uranus would just flow with the rest of the Grand Trine, occasionally rolling over with a new idea, but without the impetus to work to produce these unusual ideas in the environment. Instead, what we have is an energized Uranus that is enlivened and squeezed into expression by the tensions generated by the square angles from the Sun, Neptune and Venus. It is through this tension, disgruntlement and restlessness that new ideas are generated on a regular and consistent basis. In Santa Cruz this lively energy is an ongoing demand to express yet another creative idea. From quantum physics to a new butter this energy allows all possibilities to line up.
Freedom is the key word here.
Uranus is the urge for freedom to think and create, and it is clearly a signature for this town. It is in the air and in the attitude of the populace. Looking further we see that Neptune is with the Sun which lends a softening, more spiritual or artistic vibration to the ego of Santa Cruz. Neptune prevents an overly active ego, putting in it a sense of mystery, sensitivity and oneness with the all. Therefore the ego-Sun is totally bound with Neptune's vibrations.