Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Luis Obispo County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in public safety with low priority
Public Health Safety Education Update
Public Health reported on its traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian safety education and community outreach efforts.
Retirement of Health Officer Dr. Penny Borenstein
The county's public health leader of 17 years — the face of COVID response — retired to warm tributes from staff, past colleagues and the Board. Dr. Frederick Rosen takes over as interim.
SB 707 virtual public comment rules
The public can now count on virtual comment options at Board meetings — the Board updated its rules to comply with state open-meeting law and renamed references to the new Chief Executive Officer structure.
Courthouse and government center security access controls
The county will spend $60K planning electronic access controls for exterior doors at the courthouse, annex, and Katcho Achadjian Government Center in downtown SLO.