County News

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12/4/2025

County of San Luis Obispo Prevails in Its Appeal Over Court-Ordered Water Releases from Lopez Lake

The successful appeal vacates a lower court order to release more water from Lopez Lake into Arroyo Grande Creek.
Booking Photo (07/19/2023) Justin Tray Buchanan (DOB 07/30/1991) Sentenced
12/2/2025

Justin Tray Buchanan Sentenced to 30 Years to Life in Prison for Murder, Attempted Murder, and Assault with a Deadly Weapon

District Attorney Dan Dow announced today that Justin Tray Buchanan (34) has been sentenced to serve 30 years to life in State Prison. His future eligibility for early release is unknown at this time due to continuous changes to California law and regulation.

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12/2/2025

Clerk-Recorder Certifies Results for Statewide Special Election

The Clerk-Recorder has certified SLO County's results for the November 4, 2025, Statewide Special Election. With a countywide participation rate of 67%, SLO is 4th out of the 58 counties in turnout. The SLO Elections Office has also released turnout statistics by party, city, and supervisorial district.
Dustin Robert Colyerworth (08-30-1979) DMV Photo, Charges Filed
12/1/2025

Felony Embezzlement Charges Filed Against Former Gala Pride and Diversity Center Executive Director Dustin Robert Colyerworth

On November 17, 2025, the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney’s Office filed four counts of Grand Theft by Embezzlement, and sought an arrest warrant, against Dustin Robert Colyerworth (46) of Santa Cruz. Mr. Colyerworth formerly served as Executive Director of the Gala Pride and Diversity Center in San Luis Obispo.

Annual Quarantine of Sport-Harvested Mussels Ends October 31
12/1/2025

Annual Quarantine of Sport-Harvested Mussels Ends October 31

The annual quarantine is normally in effect from May 1 through October 31.
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12/1/2025

Mosquito Information

Guidance documents and resourceful links on preventative measures to take to prevent the spread of vector borne disease.
backflow prevention assembly at Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo
12/1/2025

Recent Changes to Cross-Connection Control

A cross-connection is an interconnection between a potable water supply and a non-potable source via any actual or potential connection or structural arrangement between a public water system (PWS) and any source or distribution system containing liquid, gas, or other substances not from an approved water supply.
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12/1/2025

SafeSLO Web Apps

Mobile-friendly web apps that link to timely inspection and sampling results.
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11/25/2025

The West Coast Health Alliance Stands with Scientific Evidence: Vaccines Are Not Linked to Autism

State health officials from California, Oregon, Hawaii and Washington issued a statement in response to recent changes to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s “Autism and Vaccines” webpage.
Health Agency staff promoting traffic safety initiatives..
11/24/2025

California Office of Traffic Safety Awards Over $650,000 in Grants to SLO County Health Agency for Road Safety Initiatives

Funding supports bicycles, pedestrians, child passengers, and youth traffic safety programs through 2026
Health Agency staff promoting traffic safety initiatives..
11/24/2025

California Office of Traffic Safety Awards Over $650,000 in Grants to SLO County Health Agency for Road Safety Initiatives

Funding supports bicycles, pedestrians, child passengers, and youth traffic safety programs through 2026
Health Agency staff promoting traffic safety initiatives..
11/24/2025

California Office of Traffic Safety Awards Over $650,000 in Grants to SLO County Health Agency for Road Safety Initiatives

Funding supports bicycles, pedestrians, child passengers, and youth traffic safety programs through 2026
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11/20/2025

County of SLO Public Libraries Release 2024-2025 Annual Report

Report highlights books, literacy, and the value of a library card
People gather at outdoor information booths, with a sign in front reading “Community Flood Readiness Night"
11/19/2025

Community Flood Readiness Night in SLO on Nov. 20

All community members are invited to attend the Community Flood Readiness Night on Chorro Street at Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market on Nov. 20, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Update: Andrew Frederick Rodriguez (DOB 11/22/1989) Sentenced
11/18/2025

Update: Explanation of Recent Sentence in Pismo Beach Stabbing Death

We understand the community has questions regarding why the District Attorney agreed to a plea of guilty to involuntary manslaughter and did not pursue the initially charged crime of murder in the death of Jonathan Perez. Here is a more detailed explanation:
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11/18/2025

Cecchetti Road Temporary Bridge Project Approved

Full funding for Cecchetti Road temporary bridge project approved; Installation anticipated for Spring 2026
Family at Reindeer Run 5k.
11/18/2025

Lace Up for Holiday Cheer: Friday Night Live Hosts 2025 Reindeer Run

5k Fun Run Supports Scholarships for Local High School Seniors.
Booking Photo (09/15/2024) Andrew Frederick Rodriguez (DOB 11/22/1989) Sentenced
11/17/2025

Andrew F. Rodriguez (35) Sentenced to Prison in Pismo Beach Stabbing Death

District Attorney Dan Dow announced today that Andrew Frederick Rodriguez has been sentenced to eight years in prison for the stabbing death of Jonathan Campbell Perez (39) which occurred on September 11, 2024, in the city of Pismo Beach.
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11/14/2025

SLO County Elections Office On Track to Meet New Deadline, Completes 1% Manual Tally

The SLO County Elections Office has completed the 1% Manual Tally audit and has counted more than 111,000 Statewide Special Election ballots as of Friday, November 14. The office is on track to meet a canvass deadline that isn't actually law until 2026, anticipating that all mail ballots will be tabulated and included in the unofficial results on Monday, November 17 -- 13 days after the election.
Road work ahead
11/13/2025

Brief Traffic Delays Expected During Repairs to Santa Rita Road

CAYUCOS – The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Public Works will repair various areas of Santa Rita Road between November 17 and December 5, 2025.