On May 24, the City of SLO published a message written by City Council member Andy Pease, explaining why the city is increasing parking rates around the city. “It was one of the most difficult votes I’ve had to make, but I believe it was necessary, and we’re working to reduce impacts to our residents […]
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City of SLO to hold opportunity for public input on Higuera Complete Street Project
An opportunity for public input on the Higuera Complete Street Project will be hosted on June 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the SLO Library Community Room. As part of the Active Transportation Plan, the project aims to improve pedestrian routes throughout Higuera Street. “If you live somewhere along the Higuera Street corridor and […]
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State of City Address to discuss community initiatives on June 1
On June 1, San Luis Obispo Mayor Erica A. Stewart and City Manager Derek Johnson will be discussing the City’s latest developments at City Hall in the Council’s Chamber at 6 p.m. Community members are invited to attend the 2023 San Luis Obispo City Address and engage with the city and their neighbors. A question […]
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SLO city announces Public Service Recognition Week
The City of San Luis Obispo started Public Service Recognition Week, a period meant to honor public service workers like teachers, firefighters, police officers, childcare workers and others. “Public service workers are the backbone of our community, and we are grateful for their commitment to serving everyone who lives here, works here, and visits San […]
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San Luis Obispo County debuts internet needs assessment survey and speed testing
The County of San Luis Obispo is encouraging all members of the community and local businesses to take an online needs assessment survey and speed test, in order to inform their broadband strategic planning efforts. The survey is confidential and asks participants about their experiences regarding internet service as well as their needs going forward. […]
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SLO bicyclist critically injured in collision with pickup truck
A bicyclist is currently being treated for critical injuries following a collision with a pickup truck at an intersection Friday evening, according to a San Luis Obispo Police news release. A 20-year-old male bicyclist was hit by a pickup truck driver at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Fredericks Avenue. At around 4:30 p.m., San […]
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City of SLO wins national award for Climate Action Plan
The City of San Luis Obispo won the 2023 national Environmental, Climate, and Energy Award for the newest volume of its Climate Action Plan for Community Recovery, according to a Monday news release. The city recently adopted a third version of its plan that has an overarching goal of reaching carbon neutrality by 2035. “We […]
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Vegetation fire breaks out at homeless encampment near Mustang Village
Editor’s note: This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. The San Luis Obispo City Fire Department responded to reports of a vegetation fire at a homeless encampment located near Mustang Village around 7:32 p.m. on Saturday. According to a tweet by @SLOCityFire, there are no injuries or structural damage. […]
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Flood watch, wind advisory issued for SLO County
The Spring Equinox this year has been welcomed with various severe weather alerts in San Luis Obispo County and throughout the coast of California. The National Weather Service reported both a flood watch and wind advisory active from Monday to Thursday. On Tuesday, San Luis Obispo can expect up to an inch of rain, as […]
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Cal Poly keeps campus open on Tuesday despite flood watch
Cal Poly’s campus will remain open on Tuesday despite the flood watch issued by the National Weather Service and atmospheric river throughout San Luis Obispo County. All class campus operations will continue as scheduled, the Cal Poly Department of Emergency Management informed students via email. The university encourages students and faculty to remain flexible with […]
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‘We can coexist’: Biologist shares safety tips after SLO mountain lion attack
After a mountain lion reportedly attacked a woman and her dog in the Laguna Lake neighborhood of San Luis Obispo, the City of San Luis Obispo shared advice from Biologist Freddy Otte on avoiding mountain lions. The email also included precautions the community can take to stay safe and how to manage local wildlife. The […]