County of San Luis Obispo Launches COVID-19 Economic Recovery Effort
Date: 4/1/2021 10:52:50 AM
Four-Pronged 'Road to Recovery' Approach Brings Aid to Local Businesses

County of San Luis Obispo’s Statement on Death of Shirley Bianchi
Date: 2/26/2021 4:09:39 PM
Today the County Board of Supervisors issued statements regarding the death of former District 2 Supervisor Shirley Bianchi.

County Now Accepting District 3 Planning Commissioner Applications
Date: 12/2/2020 3:56:27 PM
Community members interested in influencing land use decisions in the unincorporated areas of San Luis Obispo County are encouraged to apply by Dec. 16 to serve on the County’s Planning Commission.

Dawn Ortiz-Legg to Succeed Adam Hill on County Board of Supervisors
Date: 11/20/2020 6:16:47 PM
Governor Newsom announces appointment of County Planning Commissioner to vacant seat

Outlook: County Anticipates $12-22 Million Budget Gap Next Year
Date: 11/10/2020 11:02:20 AM
While expenses are growing at expected rates, revenue growth is expected to shrink.

County Sets Goals, Plan to Reduce Mental Illness in Jail
Date: 11/3/2020 10:33:16 AM
We have officially set tangible targets, and will measure our progress to ensure that we achieve results.

County of SLO Names New Airports Director
Date: 10/6/2020 3:49:50 PM
San Luis Obispo County will soon have a new Airports Director.

Last Chance to Complete 2020 Census in SLO County is October 31
Date: 10/5/2020 4:18:00 PM
San Luis Obispo County residents now have until October 31 to complete the 2020 Census, according to a new court ruling.

County Bids Fond Farewell to Longtime Chief Probation Officer
Date: 9/22/2020 10:32:57 AM
After 31 years of service to the people of San Luis Obispo County, County Chief Probation Officer James “Jim” Salio was recognized by the County Board of Supervisors today as he heads into retirement next month.

SLO County Residents Urged to Complete 2020 Census as US Census Bureau Ceases Field Operations Along the Central Coast
Date: 9/16/2020 11:27:27 AM
It is critical that County residents respond to the 2020 Census by September 30.

County Awards Grants to Benefit Region
Date: 8/20/2020 1:51:37 PM
The County awarded 74 organizations with $1.6 million in grant funding to benefit the community.

Census Workers in SLO County to Complete the 2020 Census Count
Date: 8/12/2020 12:00:00 PM
Census takers began follow-up work in SLO County on August 11, going door to door to households that have not yet responded to the 2020 US Census.

Governor Newsom Releases Census 2020 "On the Record" Column Calling on All Californians to Get Counted by September 30
Date: 9/10/2020 10:44:40 AM
Governor Gavin Newsom released today his latest "On the Record" column encouraging Californians to get counted in the 2020 Census by September 30.

Statement Regarding the Passing of Supervisor Adam Hill
Date: 8/7/2020 11:17:56 AM
It is with sadness that we have been informed that Supervisor Adam Hill has passed away.

County to Consider Cutting Positions to Close Budget Gap
Date: 8/5/2020 11:30:00 AM
County Board of Supervisors prepares to cut about 28 positions to help close $26.3 million budget gap

COVID-19 Impacts Will Result in $32-56 Million Budget Shortfall Next Fiscal Year
Date: 5/19/2020 4:00:00 PM
Officials project large decrease in State and Federal revenue driven by drop in consumer spending

Local Leaders Begin Central Coast Economic Relief Efforts
Date: 4/8/2020 3:11:12 PM
Online hub connects residents, businesses to regional economic relief and recovery resources.

Important Notice Regarding COVID-19 and SLO County Board of Supervisors Meetings
Date: 4/3/2020 11:47:28 AM
Based on guidance from the California Department of Public Health and the California Governor’s Office, in order to minimize the spread of COVID-19, in-person public attendance will not be allowed at Board of Supervisors meetings until further notice.

SLO County Residents Urged to Complete 2020 Census
Date: 4/1/2020 3:23:00 PM
Today is 2020 Census Day and County of San Luis Obispo officials want to remind residents to participate in the 2020 Census online.

Temporary Public Comment Procedure
Date: 3/20/2020 2:11:11 PM
Notice of Temporary Procedures for Board of Supervisors Meetings

2020 Census Questionnaire Now Available Online
Date: 3/12/2020 11:14:40 AM
Most households will receive a postcard with a unique code and instructions to take the Census online at my2020census.gov.

County Cooperates with FBI Investigation
Date: 3/11/2020 10:16:11 AM
There is no threat to the public or County employees and the County Government Center remains open.

County Mourns Loss of Katcho Achadjian
Date: 3/6/2020 11:41:45 AM
An official statement from the County regarding the recent passing of Katcho Achadjian.

Census Questionnaire Assistance Center to Open Locally This Month
Date: 3/4/2020 2:41:36 PM
The local Census Questionnaire Assistance Center will open on March 12 at the Paso Robles City Library and will be open through April 25.

County Board Approves Regional Compact for Affordable Housing
Date: 2/27/2020 8:15:45 AM
The County Board of Supervisors is the first of nine local legislative bodies to approve a San Luis Obispo Countywide Regional Compact.

Update on Grant Applications for Local Health, Community Services
Date: 3/30/2020 5:26:18 PM
The deadline to apply has been extended to May 1, 2020 at 5 p.m.

New Animal Services Facility Project to Cost Taxpayers Less Than Expected
Date: 2/25/2020 3:44:38 PM
The County financed the construction of the new Animal Services Facility at a very favorable interest rates, resulting in low costs to taxpayers over the 25-year repayment term for the project.

County Gets Sneak Peek at Central Coast Jobs Plan
Date: 2/11/2020 8:58:43 AM
Local residents and government officials got a sneak peek at the Central Coast Jobs Roadmap and Action Plan earlier this month.

County Reaches Labor Deal with Largest Employee Union
Date: 1/15/2020 5:38:03 PM
The County and SLOCEA have two separate agreements, one for what is known as the “Big Unit” (1,545 employees) and the other for what is know as the “Trades Unit” (182 employees).

County to Grant $90,000 for Beautification Projects This Year
Date: 1/29/2020 9:09:23 AM
Eligible projects may include trails, public art, benches or decorative landscaping. Applications are due on March 19, 2020.

SLO County Tourism Marketing District Reauthorized
Date: 1/14/2020 4:03:43 PM
The County Board of Supervisors renewed the San Luis Obispo County Tourism Marketing District (SLOCTMD).

Fitch Ratings Gives County of SLO Top Credit Rating
Date: 1/6/2020 10:54:14 AM
The strong credit rating saves taxpayer dollars by allowing the County to pay lower interest rates on bonds issued to finance vital projects, such as the new Animal Services Facility.

Veterans Services Officer to Serve as County Central Services Director
Date: 1/2/2020 1:20:06 PM
Our Veterans Services Officer will serve as our new Central Services Director, and manage about 30 employees and a budget of $10.8 million.