Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Luis Obispo County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues with low priority
Public Health Safety Education Update
Public Health reported on its traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian safety education and community outreach efforts.
Cayucos Pier Reconstruction
A new capital project and $568,127 will advance restoring the Cayucos Pier to its original length.
Dissolution of Citizen's Homeless Accountability Commission
The Citizen's Homeless Accountability Commission asked to be dissolved, and the Board approved it. Public oversight of homelessness programs will now take another form.
Affordable housing fund report
The county's affordable housing fund annual report came in — the Board took it in without changes, keeping the public record of how Title 29 housing dollars were spent.
Avila Beach Bicycle Lockers
Leftover parking-in-lieu fees ($186,951) will fund e-bike lockers in downtown Avila Beach through SLOCOG.
Morro Bay to Cayucos Coastal Trail connector
Another $100,000 went into the long-running Morro Bay to Cayucos Coastal Connector trail project, plus an $89,744 engineering contract amendment with Cannon Corporation.
Lopez Lake wildlife protection project
The county committed up to $1.26 million to a Safe Coexist Wildlife Protection Project at Lopez Lake Recreation Area.
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.
Creston community pool
Creston covers 100% of its community center costs and saw insurance rise about 70% since 2023. The Board agreed to bring back up to $4,900 in one-time help for summer pool operations.
County Medical Services Program membership
The Board is exploring whether joining the County Medical Services Program makes sense for delivering indigent health care — the Chair signed a Letter of Interest to start that conversation.