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COVID-19 Still Surging in SLO County Amid Backlog in Reported Cases

San Luis Obispo County public health officials say that the prevalence of COVID-19 is still surging locally after the recent holiday weekend, despite a delay in cases reported.

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County Reports More than 2,000 Active COVID-19 Cases

The County of San Luis Obispo today reported 258 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of active local cases to 2,050. This is the highest number of new daily cases and highest number of active local cases reported since the pandemic began.

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December 2020 Community News Now Available

The December 2020 edition of the City’s monthly newsletter, Community News, is now available.

City NewsNeighborhood WellnessDowntown (Mission Plaza)Community Safety (Police and Fire)

City Efforts to Address Homelessness Get Boost in the New Year

With the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic bringing new urgency to the City’s goal of addressing homelessness in San Luis Obispo, recent City Council actions will result in an enhanced, regional effort in 2021.

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City Receives U.S. Council of Mayors Climate Protection Award and Continues Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement

The United States Conference of Mayors recognized the City of San Luis Obispo for its community climate action accomplishments and has awarded the City with the 2020 Climate Protection Award: Honorable Mention Small City.

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City Council Releases Open Letter to the Community Urging Everyone to Follow Health and Safety Measures During the Holiday Season

There is nothing more important to your Mayor and City Council, no task more urgent during this Holiday Season, than reaching out for your help in fighting a worsening health emergency. We extend our deepest sympathy to those who have already fallen ill, lost loved ones, and suffered on so many leve

City NewsEconomic Recovery & Development

New Program Incentivizes Community to Support Local Businesses

The City of San Luis Obispo in partnership with the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce ‘Buy Local Bonus’, a campaign to encourage the support of local businesses, many of which are continuing to struggle due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

City NewsEnvironment (Open Space, Sustainability, Climate Action)

Neocharge Smart Splitter Devices Available to City Residents for $40

The City of San Luis Obispo’s Office of Sustainability, in collaboration with NeoCharge, Cal Poly, and the LA Cleantech Incubator (LACI), has announced a unique opportunity for community members to continue efforts towards electrification and climate action.

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Updates on December 2020 Protests

The City of San Luis Obispo Police Department, in coordination with regional law enforcement agencies, is continuing to support the peaceful expression of protesters’ statements in the Downtown and the community.

City NewsNeighborhood WellnessParks & Recreation (Aquatics, Sports, Youth Services, Skate Park)

Public Art Pavement Murals Set to Adorn San Luis Obispo Neighborhood Greenway Corridors

Walkers and cyclists throughout the community will soon be treated to art beneath their feet along corridors leading to their favorite neighborhood greenways.

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County Increases Free COVID-19 Testing Opportunities

Community members will have more opportunities to get tested for COVID-19 for free in San Luis Obispo County starting this week.

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Annual Advisory Body Recruitment

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November 2020 Community News Now Available

The November 2020 edition of the City’s monthly newsletter, Community News, is now available.

City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)

City Releases Draft Active Transportation Plan For Public Review

On Thursday, November 19, the City of San Luis Obispo released the Public Review Draft of the Active Transportation Plan. Over the past two years, staff have been engaging with the community in developing the City’s first Active Transportation Plan, a plan that serves as both a successor to the 201

The City of SLO’s PCC and SLO Chamber Partner to Help Events Succeed During COVID-19

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City Urges Community Members to Follow the State’s New Face Covering Guidance and Limited Stay at Home Order

With the State of California’s announcement this week of new mask covering guidance and a limited Stay at Home Order, the City of San Luis Obispo is urging all community members to do their part to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community.

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State Issues Limited Stay at Home Order from Nov. 21 to Dec. 21

The State of California issued a statewide limited Stay at Home Order requiring that non-essential work, movement, and gatherings stop between 10 PM and 5 AM in counties in the purple tier, which includes San Luis Obispo County.

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County Officials Encourage At-Home COVID-19 Tests Before Thanksgiving

County health officials ask community members to avoid making a COVID-19 test appointment at a free clinic for travel related reasons unless the individual has symptoms or believes they have been exposed to COVID-19.

City NewsEnvironment (Open Space, Sustainability, Climate Action)

City of San Luis Obispo Earns International Recognition as a Climate Leader

The City of San Luis Obispo has been recognized by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) as one of 88 leadership cities across the world that are meeting the highest standards of climate and sustainability related transparency, achievement, and commitment.

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City Of San Luis Obispo Seeks Community Input on Top Priorities for the Next Two Years

The City of San Luis Obispo is seeking community feedback to help establish community-based goals that will be incorporated into the City's 2021-23 Financial Plan.