Insurance The Insurance Division, in the General Fund, accounts for the expenses associated with providing insurance coverage for Worker's Compensation and for City property. These monies are then transferred into the Risk Management Fund. It assists departments in their use of these resources, as well as other aspects of computing and automation. In addition, it has expanded its capabilities to provide contract services to outside agencies such as the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. The Fire Department consists of Fire and Emergency Services divisions.
Fire provides the primary services of prevention, suppression, and education.
In addition, the department handles hazardous waste and emergency medical calls. The department provides programs to prevent and mitigate the threats associated with fire, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, and accidental injury through prevention and public education activities. The department is also responsible for managing the City's safety and disaster management programs. This division provides for the City's ongoing responsibility relative to civil emergency services. The Watsonville Fire Department provides hazardous materials code enforcement, public education and emergency response services for the residents of the City.