Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Luis Obispo County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
Solid waste rate increases
Trash bills go up 3.3% in the north county and 3.5% on the coast and south county starting January 1, 2027, per CPI formulas.
Medi-Cal Coverage Change Outreach
Supervisor Ortiz-Legg reported CenCal Health is planning November public outreach events to warn residents their Medi-Cal coverage may change.
Election costs and voting equipment
The Clerk-Recorder will use $150,000 in one-time state election funding to buy and outfit a 'vote mobile' for voter outreach, ballot collection, and pop-up clerk services — though some supervisors questioned whether a vehicle was the best use.
Paso Robles JPA Tax Billing Dispute
A resident alleged a Paso Robles-area JPA submitted a $1.1 million budget to bill about 950 parcels despite its formation agreement terminating it on June 30, 2026 for lack of fees; the billing is slated for a September 1 Board meeting.
Oceano Airport spending controversy
Oceano residents April Dury and Julie Tacker accused the Airports Department of wasting roughly $166,500 on a three-hour 'Cleared for Cheer' holiday party instead of the community engagement plan promised, and demanded a full investigation including possible misuse of public funds.
Trust and Special Accounts Transparency
The county holds about $380 million in 789 trust and special accounts, most legally restricted. Cleanup actions and an annual transparency push will surface them in the budget book.