A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PISMO BEACH,
CALIFORNIA RECOGNIZING JANNA NICHOLS FOR HER LEGACY OF SERVICE TO
THE COMMUNITY
WHEREAS, Janna Nichols has served the San Luis Obispo County community for decades with compassion and competence, making lasting change in the lives of thousands of people served; and
WHEREAS, her legacy of service includes the founding of the Tolosa Children's Dental Clinic in 2003, which continues to provide care to underserved children, and her work with United Way of San Luis Obispo County and United Blood Services (now Vitalant), where she helped ensure life-saving blood supplies across multiple counties; and WHEREAS, Janna’s tireless advocacy has earned her distinguished recognition, including being named Woman of Distinction by Cuesta College and the Women’s Legacy Fund in 2017, and Woman of the Year for the 24th Congressional District by Representative Salud Carbajal in 2023; and
WHEREAS, she was a founding member of the San Luis Obispo County Housing Trust Fund and has served with distinction on numerous boards, including the San Luis Obispo County Homeless Services Oversight Council and the Supportive Housing Consortium; and WHEREAS, Janna has become known for her compassionate leadership, approachability, humility, and skill in building fruitful community partnerships; and WHEREAS, Janna has served as Executive Director of the 5 Cities Homeless Coalition since 2012, where she and her team have worked courageously and tirelessly to combat the complex issue of homelessness in our county, helping clients achieve long-term stability by connecting them to concrete resources; and
WHEREAS, the City Council is grateful for the Coalition’s work in recent years to realize the Cabins for Change and Balay Ko on Barca housing projects, which have made a meaningful difference in the welfare of unhoused individuals in south San Luis Obispo County.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Pismo Beach hereby recognizes and honors Janna Nichols for her decades of service and transformative contributions to the community of San Luis Obispo County. In retirement, her legacy will serve as an inspiration to all who strive to improve the well-being of others.
Dated this 16th day of December, 2025
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Ed Waage, Mayor
Council Agenda 12-16-2025 4.A-1