Extensive upgrades on the horizon for Santa Cruz Wharf, but not all are happy

On any given day, you can stroll down the 107-year-old Santa Cruz Wharf and observe people fishing, dining on fish and chips, or visiting the sea lion colony that hangs out underneath.

The 2,745-foot commercial and recreational wharf is the longest wooden pier in the U.S. and welcomes more than 2 million visitors each year. It hosts such annual events as the Aloha Outrigger Races and Woodies on the Wharf, which draws hundreds of old car aficionados each summer.