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Welcome to the City News Center, the City of San Luis Obispo’s official online hub for the latest updates and news straight from your local government. Here, community members can stay informed on City initiatives, services, and events directly from the source, ensuring timely and accurate information on issues that matter most. From City Council decisions to public safety announcements and community programs, the City News Center is your go-to place for reliable and transparent local government news.
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- 11/18/2024 2:00 PM
Apply Now to Serve Your Community on a City Advisory Body
Community members have an opportunity to influence public policy and make a difference on a wide variety of important issues. Apply to serve on an advisory body by Sunday, January 26, 2025.
- 11/12/2024 10:44 AM
Take Our Survey to Help Set City Priorities
The 2025-27 Community Priorities Survey opens on Nov. 12 and closes on Dec. 13, 2024.
- 11/21/2024 2:09 PM
Council Meeting Recap: What’s Changing for Local Elections?
At a public meeting on Tuesday, the City Council agreed that dividing SLO into voting districts could damage minority voting rights and instead decided to restructure the City Council elections to a Citywide Single Vote starting in 2026 to advance and elevate voter equity.
- 11/19/2024 3:34 PM
Cultural Burn at Johnson Ranch Open Space Area Friday
In support of the scheduled cultural burn, Johnson Ranch Open Space will be temporarily closed on Friday. Smoke will be present in nearby communities on the day of the prescribed burn.
- 11/15/2024 5:10 PM
Community Invited to Discuss New City Election System Proposal
On Tuesday, the City Council will discuss changes to the current structure of City of San Luis Obispo’s election system.
Cultural Burn at Johnson Ranch Open Space Area Friday
In support of the scheduled cultural burn, Johnson Ranch Open Space will be temporarily closed on Friday. Smoke will be present in nearby communities on the day of the prescribed burn.
11/19/2024 3:34 PM
City of SLO Awarded $301K from CA Office of Traffic Safety
The City of San Luis Obispo was awarded two grants totaling about $301,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety to reduce the number of traffic-related deaths in SLO.
11/14/2024 8:00 AM
Take Our Survey to Help Set City Priorities
The 2025-27 Community Priorities Survey opens on Nov. 12 and closes on Dec. 13, 2024.
11/12/2024 10:44 AM
Arrests for Weapons, Narcotics and Warrants
11/08/2024 12:00 PM
Arrest for Attempted Homicide and Domestic Violence
11/07/2024 5:00 PM
City to Kick Off Financial Planning Process This Month
The City of San Luis Obispo is seeking input from all community members to help establish priorities that will guide the City’s next two-year financial plan.
11/07/2024 2:30 PM
8 Health & Safety Tips for 2024 Halloween in SLO
Whether you're a kid, parent, or just love handing out candy, these 8 health and safety tips will help make sure your Halloween is all treats and no tricks.
10/24/2024 8:00 AM
Get Ready! Holiday Trolley Service Begins Friday, November 29
Ride the Holiday Trolley through downtown San Luis Obispo this holiday season November 29 through December 29.
11/20/2024 12:07 PM
Apply Now to Serve Your Community on a City Advisory Body
Community members have an opportunity to influence public policy and make a difference on a wide variety of important issues. Apply to serve on an advisory body by Sunday, January 26, 2025.
11/18/2024 2:00 PM
Enjoy Garage Parking for Free on Select Days this Holiday Season
Free garage parking days are back for the holidays and during the annual Downtown SLO Holiday Parade.
11/13/2024 4:52 PM
SLO in Motion Update – Nov. 9, 2024
We’re continuing street striping and markings in areas where we slurry sealed streets.
11/08/2024 3:30 PM
Public Input Opportunity: Upcoming Improvements to City Streets in 2025
The community is invited to the Active Transportation Committee meeting on November 21 to provide input on the upcoming improvements to select city streets.
11/07/2024 4:43 PM
Cancellation of City of San Luis Obispo Precautionary Boil Water Notice
11/04/2024 12:00 PM
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