City Council
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, December 15, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Erica A. Stewart will call the Special Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council to order.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Mike Boswell will lead the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS ON THE AGENDA ONLY
Public Comment will only be accepted for items listed on the agenda.
4. BUSINESS ITEMS
4.a CONSIDERATION OF REMOVAL OF TENANT COMMISSIONER OF
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
(HASLO) (20 MINUTES)
5 Conduct a hearing to consider the removal of Tenant Commissioner Nancy Welsh from the Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo Board.
4.b AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE A CALPERS RETIRED ANNUITANT TO
SERVE AS FIRE CHIEF ON AN INTERIM BASIS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 7522.56 AND 21221(H) (15
MINUTES)
9 Recommendation:
Adopt a Draft Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Appoint Randall Harris, who will be a CalPERS Retired Annuitant at the Time of Appointment, to Serve as Interim Fire Chief During the National Search for a Permanent Fire Chief Pursuant to Government Code Section 7522.56 and 21221(h)."
4.c 2026 COUNCIL LIAISON AND SUBCOMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS (90
MINUTES)
19 Recommendation:
Review and discuss Council’s 2026 Council Liaison and Subcommittee Assignments.
5. ADJOURNMENT
The next Rescheduled Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on January 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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Staff Report: Consideration of Removal of Tenant Commissioner Nancy Welsh Housing Authority of the City of San Luis Obispo (HASLO) Background
HASLO is requesting the removal of Tenant Commissioner Nancy Welsh pursuant to California Health & Safety Code § 34282, which provides in relevant part as follows: For inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misconduct in office, a commissioner may be removed by the governing body (in this case, the City Council). A commissioner shall be removed only after s/he has been given a copy of the charges at least 10 days prior to the hearing on them and has had an opportunity to be heard in person or by counsel. If a commissioner is removed, a record of the proceedings and the charges and findings on them shall be filed in the office of the clerk.
Ms. Welsh was notified of the hearing and the charges on December 4, 2025.
Ms. Welsh was appointed by the full City Council on April 1, 2025, to serve as a tenant commissioner for a two-year term expiring March 31, 2027.
Over the past several months, staff have documented a pattern of conduct inconsistent with the expectations of a HASLO commissioner. Despite repeated clarification of the commissioner role and several counseling efforts, concerning behaviors have continued.
1. Boundary and Conduct Concerns at Property (September 2025) Multiple residents reported incidents in which Commissioner Welsh attempted to act in a stafflike or supervisory capacity at her housing site. Following an investigation, staff issued a written notice advising her of appropriate boundaries.
Commissioner Welsh disputed the findings and asked that the notice be removed from her file in its entirety. HASLO staff maintain that the notice was appropriate, based on multiple tenant complaints, and followed proper procedures; however, her disagreement has been formally retained in her file. Commissioner Welsh has repeatedly demanded that the notice be removed despite repeated explanations from staff that doing so would be inappropriate.
2. Allegation of Racially Discriminatory Remarks (October 2025) HASLO received a report from a resident regarding racially discriminatory comments allegedly made by Commissioner Welsh toward the resident’s visitors at the property on at least two occasions. Staff investigated the reported incidents and determined that Commissioner Welsh’s behavior raised serious concerns regarding her ability to represent HASLO in any public or official capacity.
No similar remarks have been made during HASLO board meetings; however, the reported conduct is inconsistent with HASLO’s values and expectations for commissioners.
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3. Incident Prior to Commissioner Meeting (October 16, 2025) Before the October 16, 2025 commissioner meeting, held at the HASLO offices, Commissioner Welsh attempted to enter an employee-only area despite being asked to wait in the lobby. During the encounter, physical contact occurred between Commissioner Welsh and a staff member attempting to prevent unauthorized access. The staff member was understandably alarmed by the incident.
HASLO considers any physical contact with an employee to be a very serious matter.
4. Additional Resident Complaints and Safety Concerns (October 2025) HASLO has received additional complaints from residents regarding interactions with Commissioner Welsh. In one incident, an altercation occurred involving a visitor, during which Commissioner Welsh used pepper spray. Accounts of the event differ; however, witness statements indicate that Commissioner Welsh approached a neighbor’s door following an earlier interaction and pepper-sprayed the neighbor’s guest immediately upon the door being opened at a time when there was no apparent threat warranting the use of pepper spray. The incident caused significant fear and distress among nearby residents.
Several residents also reported feeling intimidated by statements allegedly made by Commissioner Welsh suggesting her role on the board could affect their housing status, causing additional concern for resident well-being and community stability.
5. Ongoing Boundary and Conduct Concerns at Property (November 2025) HASLO staff responded to a maintenance work order at a unit and discovered that an unauthorized individual was living in a unit that should have been vacant. The individual stated that Commissioner Welsh had allowed him to move into the unit and had identified herself as the property manager.
There were immediate safety concerns with the unauthorized individual. When approached by staff, he was holding a knife and was agitated. Police were ultimately called to remove the individual. When officers arrived, Commissioner Welsh identified herself as a HASLO employee and attempted to authorize the individual to remain in the unit. HASLO staff had to clarify for law enforcement that Commissioner Welsh is not an employee and did not have authority to permit occupancy.
Staff later learned that the individual had an active arrest warrant. Commissioner Welsh’s misuse of her commissioner status and interference with day-to-day property management operations created a significant safety concern for HASLO staff and other residents by enabling someone who had not undergone any background check or screening to remain on the property.
Summary
Commissioner Welsh’s conduct has raised persistent concerns about boundary violations, intimidation of residents, and actions perceived as misuse of her commissioner role.
Additionally, the reported racially discriminatory comments are at odds with HASLO’s mission and values and could reflect negatively on both HASLO and the City should they occur in a public or representative context.
Based on the totality of incidents and the lack of behavioral improvement despite multiple interventions, staff recommend action under California Health & Safety Code § 34282 to remove Commissioner Welsh from the HASLO Board of Commissioners.
Item 4b
Department: Fire
Cost Center: 8501
For Agenda of: 12/15/2025
Placement: Business
Estimated Time: 10 min
FROM: Whitney McDonald, City Manager
Prepared By: Nickole Domini, Human Resources Director
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO HIRE A CALPERS RETIRED ANNUITANT TO
SERVE AS FIRE CHIEF ON AN INTERIM BASIS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 7522.56 AND 21221(H)
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Draft Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Appoint Randall Harris, who will be a CalPERS Retired Annuitant at the Time of Appointment, to Serve as Interim Fire Chief During the National Search for a Permanent Fire Chief Pursuant to Government Code Section 7522.56 and 21221(h)
POLICY CONTEXT
When employing a retired annuitant in an interim capacity, the City must ensure compliance with the Public Employees’ Retirement Law (PERL), the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), and Government Code section 7522.56, which generally requires a 180-day separation period following retirement before a retiree may return to work for a CalPERS agency. Because the proposed retiree will not have satisfied the 180-day requirement at the time of appointment, the City Council must adopt a certification resolution to authorize an exception, confirming that the appointment is necessary to meet a critical need and that the retiree has not received and will not accept any retirement-related incentive. In addition, Government Code section 21221(h), requires that the retiree be appointed to an interim role during recruitment for a permanent position.
DISCUSSION
The City’s current Fire Chief has resigned effective January 4, 2026, creating an immediate vacancy in an executive-level leadership position essential to the safe and effective operation of the Fire Department. To ensure continuity of command and maintain operational readiness during the national recruitment for a permanent Fire Chief, the City Manager has identified Randall Harris to serve as Interim Fire Chief. Harris is retiring from the position of Deputy Fire Chief in Paso Robles, California, effective December 20, 2025, and possesses extensive executive command experience, technical expertise, and
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knowledge of San Luis Obispo County’s fire service operations, enabling a seamless transition into the interim role.
Given the critical responsibilities of the Fire Chief, including executive leadership, strategic planning, labor-management relations, emergency incident management, and maintaining organizational stability, and vacancies in other management positions within the Department, internal staff are focused on day-to-day operations and cannot assume the interim role. While the City’s long-term goal is to reduce reliance on retired annuitants, appointing Harris as an external retired annuitant ensures immediate stability and continuity for the Fire Department during the recruitment process for a permanent Chief.
Under California Government Code sections 7522.56 and 21221(h), the City Council must certify this appointment because Harris will not have satisfied the 180-day post-retirement waiting period at the time of appointment. The appointment is designated as an “interim appointment” retired annuitant assignment, effective January 5, 2026, and will conclude upon the commencement of employment of a permanent Fire Chief. Harris will be paid $120.20 per hour, within the City’s Fire Chief salary range, with no additional benefits, incentives, or retirement-related compensation. Harris has confirmed that he will not receive any retirement-related incentives, including a Golden Handshake from Paso Robles, and the assignment is limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year, in compliance with CalPERS requirements. In addition, the City will meet the requirements of Government Code section 21221(h) by conducting a national recruitment for Fire Chief during the interim appointment, including selection of a recruitment firm in December 2025 and opening the official recruitment process no later than February 2026.
CONCURRENCE
The Human Resources Department has reviewed this item and concurs, ensuring full compliance with all CalPERS requirements.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The California Environmental Quality Act does not apply to the recommended action in this report because the action does not constitute a “project” under CEQA Guidelines 15378.
FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: Yes Budget Year: 2025-26
Funding Identified: Yes
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Fiscal Analysis:
Funding
Sources
Total Budget
Available
Current
Funding
Request
Remaining
Balance
Annual
Ongoing
Cost
General Fund $174,869.37 $125,005.60 $49,863.77 $0
State
Federal
Fees
Other:
Total $174,869.37 $125,005.60 $49,863.77 $0
The interim appointment will be funded through salary savings from the vacant Fire Chief position. Based on a standard 40-hour work week, the Interim Fire Chief’s monthly compensation will be $20,834.27. Because Harris is a CalPERS retiree, he is only eligible to receive the hourly rate listed on the salary schedule and will not receive any additional salary or benefits. The monthly amount budgeted for this position (including salary and benefits) is $29,144.90, which reflects the savings the department will realize from the interim appointment. The appointment is anticipated to conclude by June 30, 2026, or upon the start of a permanent Fire Chief, whichever occurs first. The table above assumes the interim appointment will be needed for six months (i.e., through the remainder of FY 2025-26). For this reason, no annual ongoing cost is listed.
ALTERNATIVES
Do not adopt the resolution authorizing employment of a CalPERS retired annuitant to serve as the Interim Fire Chief. Council could decide not to adopt the attached resolution, which would prohibit the City Manager from hiring Harris to serve as the Interim Fire Chief. The City Manager would then need to identify an alternative candidate to serve in the role. Depending on the qualifications and circumstances of any replacement, a subsequent resolution from the Council may still be required. This scenario could result in a gap in executive leadership, potentially delaying decision-making and continuity of operations within the Fire Department during a critical transition period.
ATTACHMENTS
A - Draft Resolution appointing Harris to serve as Interim Fire Chief B - Exhibit A to Draft Resolution – Conditional Job Offer
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RESOLUTION NO. _____ (2025 SERIES)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
APPOINT RANDALL HARRIS, WHO WILL BE A CALPERS RETIRED
ANNUITANT AT THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT, TO SERVE AS INTERIM
FIRE CHIEF DURING THE NATIONAL SEARCH FOR A PERMANENT
FIRE CHIEF PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7522.56
and 21221(h)
WHEREAS, in compliance with Government (Gov.) Code section 7522.56 of the Public Employees’ Retirement Law, the City Council must provide CalPERS this certification resolution when hiring a retiree before 180 days has passed since their retirement date; and
WHEREAS, Randall Harris (“HARRIS”) is retiring from the City of El Paso De Robles on December 20, 2025, in the position of Deputy Fire Chief; and WHEREAS, Gov. Code section 7522.56 requires that post-retirement employment commence no earlier than 180 days after the retirement date, which is June 19, 2026 (date of 181st day after retirement), without this certification resolution; and WHEREAS, Gov. Code section 7522.56 provides that this exception to the 180- day wait period shall not apply if the retiree accepts any retirement-related incentive; and WHEREAS, the City Council, the City of San Luis Obispo, and HARRIS certify that HARRIS has not and will not receive a Golden Handshake or any other retirement-related incentive; and
WHEREAS, an appointment under Gov. Code section 21221(h) requires the retiree is appointed into the interim appointment during recruitment for a permanent appointment; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has the authority and responsibility to conduct the recruitment for a permanent Fire Chief, as there is no formal process for the City Council to initiate it; the City Manager is engaging a professional executive recruiter and will ensure the recruitment is posted no later than the end of February 2026; and WHEREAS, the City Council hereby appoints HARRIS as an interim appointment retired annuitant to the vacant position of Fire Chief for the City of San Luis Obispo under Gov. Code section 21221(h), effective January 5, 2026; and WHEREAS, this Gov. Code section 21221(h) appointment shall only be made once and shall end once the City hires a permanent Fire Chief and they start work; and
Resolution No. _____ (2025 Series) Page 2
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WHEREAS, the entire conditional job offer between HARRIS and the City of San Luis Obispo has been reviewed by this body and is attached herein; and WHEREAS, no matters, issues, terms or conditions related to this employment and appointment have been or will be placed on a consent calendar; and WHEREAS, the employment shall be limited to 960 hours per fiscal year for all CalPERS employers; and
WHEREAS, the compensation paid to retirees cannot be less than the minimum nor exceed the maximum monthly base salary paid to other employees performing comparable duties, divided by 173.333 to equal the hourly rate; and WHEREAS, the maximum base salary for this position is $21,690.50 per month and the hourly equivalent is $125.14, and the minimum base salary for this position is $17,350.67 per month and the hourly equivalent is $100.10; and WHEREAS, the hourly rate paid to HARRIS will be $120.20; and WHEREAS, HARRIS has not and will not receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefit or other form of compensation in addition to this hourly pay rate; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby certifies the nature of employment of HARRIS, as described herein and detailed in the attached conditional job offer, and finds that this appointment is necessary to fill the critically needed position of Fire Chief for the City of San Luis Obispo effective January 5, 2026 to ensure continuity of command within the City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department while the City conducts a national recruitment for a permanent Fire Chief.
SECTION 2. The City Council determines that each of the findings set forth above is true and correct, and by this reference incorporates those findings as an integral part of this Resolution.
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SECTION 3. The City Council authorizes approval of this Resolution.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately following passage and adoption thereof.
Upon motion of Council Member ___________, seconded by Council Member ___________, and on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 15th day of December 2025. ___________________________
Mayor Erica A. Stewart
ATTEST:
______________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, on ______________________. ___________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
City of San Luis O bispo , Title, S ubti tle Conditional Employment Offer Letter November 26, 2025
Dear Randy,
I am pleased to extend a conditional offer of employment to serve as Interim Fire Chief (retired annuitant) with the City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department. This appointment is necessary to fill the critically needed position of Fire Chief to ensure continuity of command within the City of San Luis Obispo Fire Department while the City conducts a national search for a permanent Fire Chief.
This offer is contingent upon the City Council adopting a resolution to meet CalPERS requirements, tentatively scheduled for December 15, 2025 (draft resolution attached), CalPERS approving your interim appointment as a retired annuitant, and your successful completion of a California Department of Justice Live Scan criminal background check.
If the above conditions are satisfied, the following terms and conditions will be presented to you in a formal offer letter.
1. Your start date will be January 5, 2026, and shall end once the City hires a permanent Fire Chief which is estimated to take six months. In no case shall you exceed working 960 hours in a fiscal year.
2. Your hourly salary will be $ 120.20 or $9,616 biweekly based on a 40-hour work week.
3. You will be eligible to work a 9/80 schedule.
4. As a CalPERS Retired Annuitant, you are not eligible to receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefit or other form of compensation in addition to the hourly pay rate.
5. Your scope of work includes the duties outlined in the Fire Chief job description.
Let me again express my appreciation for your willingness to step into the role of Interim Fire Chief. Your leadership will be essential in maintaining operational stability and supporting the Fire Department during this period of transition, and I am excited to work together during this time.
Sincerely,
________________________________ _________________________ Whitney McDonald Date
Docusign Envelope ID: C5C3D9A1-731A-422D-83EC-699BC3349F6A 11/26/2025 | 6:19 PM PST
City of San Luis O bispo , Title, S ubti tle Conditional Employment Offer Letter I have reviewed the above conditional offer of employment and accept the terms and conditions:
__________________________ _________________
Randy Harris Date
Attachment: Draft Council Resolution
Fire Chief job description
cc: Personnel File
Docusign Envelope ID: C5C3D9A1-731A-422D-83EC-699BC3349F6A 11/27/2025 | 7:23 PM PST
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Department: 3
Cost Center: 1021
For Agenda of: 12/15/2025
Placement: Business
Estimated Time: 90 Minutes
FROM: Greg Hermann, Deputy City Manager
Prepared By: Teresa Purrington, City Clerk
SUBJECT: 2026 COUNCIL LIAISON AND SUBCOMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
RECOMMENDATION
Review and discuss Council’s 2026 Council Liaison and Subcommittee Assignments.
POLICY CONTEXT
Council’s Policies and Procedures, Chapter 6, outlines the procedures for appointing and serving on Council Liaison and Subcommittees assignments and regional board representation.
DISCUSSION
At the November 18, 2025, meeting, Council directed staff to schedule a special meeting in December 2025 to discuss the 2026 Council Liaison and Subcommittee assignments.
Attachment A includes a list of all Council Liaison and Subcommittee assignments with a brief description and meeting information to assist Council Members in determining which City and/or Regional Committee(s) they would like to be assigned to. Council Members are asked to review the worksheet included as Attachment B and prioritize their assignments by marking up it as follows:
#1 This is my preferred assignment / I would like to keep this assignment #2 I am willing to serve, if needed / This assignment could be changed Completed worksheet should be sent to the City Clerk by Friday, December 12th. The worksheets will be used to facilitate the discussion on Council Liaison and Subcommittee assignments. The assignments will be brought back to the Council at the January 13, 2026, meeting for final approval.
ATTACHMENTS
A - City and Regional Committee Meeting Information
B - Subcommittee Assignment Worksheet
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Air Pollution Control District San Luis Obispo County
Meetings
Regular APCD Board Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of every odd numbered month, with some exceptions. Meetings will convene at 9:00 a.m. in the County Board of Supervisors Chambers.
About APCD
The San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District (APCD or District) is the local agency working to protect the health of over 269,000 county residents by preserving good air quality.
By partnering with the local communities and businesses, we implement regulations and programs to reduce air pollution and assist the county in reaching all outdoor air quality standards.
APCD Board of Directors
The San Luis Obispo (SLO) County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) is a local government agency that works to protect the people and the environment of SLO County from harmful effects of air pollution. The APCD’s jurisdiction covers the entire county including the incorporated cities of Paso Robles, Atascadero, Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach.
In 2013, the APCD Board took action to establish an Executive Committee to review proposed agendas for upcoming Board meetings and discuss other ad hoc issues referred to it by the Board. Membership on the Executive Committee consists of the Chair, Vice Chair, and Immediate Past Chair of the Board. Executive Committee meetings are subject to all Brown Act requirements and include published agendas, official minutes and public comment.
What happens at Board meetings?
Board Members discuss ways to improve air quality and establish effective clean air programs.
The Board receives reports from APCD’s Executive Director, Larry Allen, and staff who recommend new rules, rule amendments or programs to help reduce air pollution. The Board also hears public testimony. After a public hearing, the Board may vote to adopt a rule as proposed or with changes. In some cases, the Board may postpone a decision and instruct APCD staff to develop a new proposal. In addition, the Board approves contracts, policies and various reports. The Board may also act on budget requests and personnel matters.
Agenda items that involve relatively simple administrative decisions are grouped in what is known as a "consent agenda." Board Members and members of the public may comment on any individual item on the consent agenda. When discussion is completed, the Board may vote on the consent agenda as a whole.
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City Selection Committee
Meetings
Meets once a year at San Luis Obispo County, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street.
About
Requires that in any county in which two or more cities are incorporated there is hereby created a city selection committee the purpose of which shall be to appoint city representatives to boards, commissions, and agencies as required by law. The membership of each such city selection committee shall consist of the mayor or each city within the county.
CMC Citizens Advisory Committee
Meetings
Meets at least every two months or as often as may be necessary to carry out the purpose and duties of the committee. The Chairperson, with concurrence of the committee, will designate the date, time and place of each meeting.
Purpose and Objectives
The Citizens' Advisory Committee was created to promote communication between the California Men's Colony and its neighboring communities, to improve the public's understanding of correctional programs and to provide a venue for public comment concerning corrections. The Warden is responsible for assuring that the objectives of this procedure are carried out. He/she will determine the role of the committee with general direction provided by the Associate Director, Division of Adult Institutions.
Community Action Partnership
Meetings
Meets the third Thursday of every month at 5:15 pm at 1030 Southwood Drive, San Luis Obispo.
About
Annually Community Action Partnership serves 40,000 persons across San Luis Obispo County and nine other central and southern California counties. Through a variety of programs and in collaboration with other community service agencies, Community Action Partnership helps individuals and families achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through the following services:
• Help participants secure and retain employment
• Help maintain adequate housing
• Help in receiving medical services
• Help obtain energy subsidy and weatherization assistance • Help provide child care and preschool education
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County Water Resources Advisory
Meetings
Meets first Wednesday of every month at 1:30 pm at City/County library Community Room, 995 Palm Street.
Purpose of the Committee
• To advise the County Board of Supervisors concerning all policy decisions relating to the water resources of the SLO County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. • To recommend to the Board specific water resource programs. • To recommend methods of financing water resource program.
Homeless Services Oversight Committee
Meetings
Meets every third Wednesday of every other month beginning in January, 1 at 3:00 pm.
Located at SLO Veterans Hall, 801 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 4th floor, Board Conference Room.
Mission Statement & By-Laws
• The purpose of San Luis Obispo County Homeless Services Oversight Council (HSOC) is to ensure that everyone has access to appropriate and affordable housing and to services they need to sustain it. HSOC identifies the following priorities to end homelessness:
• Facilitate access to affordable housing
• Stop homelessness before it starts through prevention and effective intervention • End and prevent homelessness through integrated, comprehensive and responsive support services
• Coordinate a solid administrative & financial structure to support an effective implementation plan
Integrated Waste Management Authority SLO County
Meetings
Meets once every two months on the second Wednesday at 1:30 pm. Meetings are held at San Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors Chambers at County Government Center in San Luis Obispo.
About
The San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) includes San Luis Obispo County and the Cities of Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo and the Community Service Districts.
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These jurisdictions formed a new agency in 1994 to plan and implement regional solid waste and hazardous waste programs. These programs have helped its member jurisdictions in achieving the California goal of a 50% reduction in solid waste by the year 2000. Read the Joint Powers Agreement.
Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)
Meetings
Meets the third Thursday of every month at 9:00 am. Meetings are held in the Board of Supervisors Chambers at the County Government Center in San Luis Obispo.
Mission
The Local Agency Formation Commission is committed to serving the residents of San Luis Obispo County and the State of California by discouraging urban sprawl and encouraging the orderly formation and development of local agencies based on local conditions and circumstances.
The Commission
The Local Agency Formation Commission was created by the California Legislature in 1963 to discourage urban sprawl and encourage the orderly formation and development of local government agencies. There is a LAFCO in each county in California. San Luis Obispo LAFCO is a seven-member Commission comprised of two city council members (chosen by the City Mayors), two county supervisor members (chosen by the Board of Supervisors), two special district members (chosen by Independent Special District Selection Committee), and one public member (chosen by the members of the Commission). San Luis Obispo LAFCO currently serves 52 local government agencies with 7 cities and 35 special districts and 10 dependent special districts (districts under the county Board of Supervisors). LAFCO's are responsible for evaluating annexations, the formation of districts, and the incorporation of cities. LAFCOs also establish a sphere of influence for each jurisdiction that plans for future growth of a jurisdiction.
Nacimiento Water Project
Meetings
Meets once every three months starting in February with a special meeting held in April.
Meeting start at 4 p.m. on the fourth Thursday and are held at the Templeton Community Services District Offices.
Project Description
This regional Project consists of a multi-port sloping intake facility at Lake Nacimiento with a pump station, two intermediate pump stations, three storage tanks, a control system, and approximately 45 miles of transmission pipeline ranging from 36- to 12-inches in diameter, with the ability to deliver 15,750 acre-feet of raw water each year to communities within San Luis Obispo County.
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The $176.1-million Project is owned, managed and operated by the San Luis Obispo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (District). It is the District's largest project ever constructed by a factor of six, and serves as an icon of collaboration between communities within San Luis Obispo County. The Participants in the Project are the City of Paso Robles, Templeton Community Services District, Atascadero Mutual Water Company, the City of San Luis Obispo, and Community Services Area 10, Benefit Zone A.
The Project began operations on January 7, 2011.
Performing Arts Center Commission
Meetings
Meets quarterly.
About
The PAC Commission provides policy to the managing director of the PAC. The City Foundation for the PAC (FPAC) and Cal Poly have seats. PAC is managed by Chris.
Performing Arts Center Facilities Standing Committee
Meetings
Meets quarterly.
About
This committee is advisory to the managing director and staff at the PAC as it related to the physical features, fixtures and equipment in the PAC. Meetings involve inspecting the PAC and providing input about needs.
San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG)
Meetings
SLOCOG and the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) share the same board of directors and trade off meeting times every month. SLOCOG generally has board meetings in January, February, April, June, August, October and December. Occasionally, SLOCOG will hold an off-month meeting immediately following a regularly scheduled RTA meeting.
About
The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) connects our communities by allocating federal and state funds, planning for the future and facilitating the collaboration of all levels of government, interested parties and residents toward a common goal: to improve the quality of life in San Luis Obispo County.
SLOCOG is an association of local governments in San Luis Obispo County, which is made up of seven cities (Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, and San Luis Obispo) and the County of San Luis Obispo.
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The organization’s central purpose is to examine common regional problems and suggest solutions. SLOCOG’s prime responsibilities include transportation planning and funding for the region, while also serving as a forum for the study and resolution of regional issues.
In addition to preparing the region’s long-range transportation plan, SLOCOG plans and provides funding for public transit services, highway and roadway improvements, other alternative methods of transportation, and prepares the Regional Housing Needs Allocation and the Sustainable Communities Strategy as part of the Regional Transportation Plan.
San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (SLORTA)
Meetings
RTA Board meetings are generally held every other month on the first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 am in the Board of Supervisor’s Chambers.
Mission Statement
The Mission of RTA is to provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation services that improve and enhance the quality of life for the citizens and visitors of San Luis Obispo County.
The San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (RTA) provides intercommunity public transportation. RTA’s service area includes all of San Luis Obispo County and extends into Santa Barbara County to the south. RTA provides regional fixed-route service (RTA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complementary paratransit service (Runabout).
RTA is a JPA (Joint Powers Authority) in San Luis Obispo County that operates bus service connecting cities throughout San Luis Obispo County (and beyond), including Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo and more. RTA also oversees the administration of South County Area Transit (SCAT) which operates in the Five Cities area of Shell Beach, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Oceano and Arroyo Grande.
Visit SLO County Advisory Committee
Meetings
Meets the third Wednesday of every month at 8:30 am, and the location will be determined.
About
Visit San Luis Obispo County is the non-profit countywide destination marketing organization.
Its goal is to promote San Luis Obispo County through marketing, advertising, public relations, group sales, promotions, events and sponsorship branding the region as a choice destination for regional, national and international travelers alike. Visit San Luis Obispo County works in partnership with tourism industry-related businesses including lodging properties, restaurants, wineries, activities, golf courses and retail stores to create a unified marketing approach that promotes the Culinary, Coastal and Cultural assets of the County. The Advisory Committee was established when the Tourism Marketing District (TMD) was approved in 2015. The purpose of
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the Advisory Committee is to provide input to the TMD’s governing board which is made up of hoteliers from throughout the county.
Whale Rock Commission
Meetings
Meets once a year in April or May in the Council Hearing Room. The next scheduled meeting is April 27th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
About
The commission was established in 1957 to maintain the Whale Rock Project. They conduct the business and affairs of the project.
Zone 9 Advisory Committee
Meetings
Meets the second Wednesday of even numbered months from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Meetings are held at the San Luis Obispo City Offices 919 Palm Street.
Goals
The guiding document for Zone 9’s goals and objectives is the SLO Waterway Management Plan (WMP) which was developed and adopted in March 2003. The SLO WMP consists of three (3) volumes. Volume I contains a detailed hydrology and hydraulic analysis of the watershed and its tributaries, identification of management problems as well as alternatives for addressing flooding, bank instability, habitat protection and enhancement. A preferred project is also presented. Volume II consists of a stream management and maintenance program. It identifies an approach to routine maintenance such as vegetation management, bank stabilization and sediment removal along with suggested Best Management Practices for these activities.
Volume III is a drainage design manual for determining criteria for design of drainage channels, storm drain systems and storm water detention as well as other storm water facilities.
There are eight (8) watershed management goals for the watershed:
• Flooding
• Erosion
• Water Quality
• Biological Resources
• Land Use
• Social Values
• Public Involvement & Education
• Inter-Agency Coordination
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Membership
The Zone 9 Advisory Committee is comprised of three representatives from the City of San Luis Obispo and three from the County of San Luis Obispo. Preference is given to members who represent the Resource Conservation District, the Avila community, the agricultural community, Cal Poly, Caltrans, or other community agency.
Airport Land Use Commission
Meetings
Meets once a month on every third Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. Meetings are held in the (new) Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Government Center, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D170, San Luis Obispo.
About
The San Luis Obispo County Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) is an independent body of seven members, which was created in response to the mandates of The State Aeronautics Act, first enacted in 1967. Under this statute, it is the duty of the ALUC:
To assist local agencies in examining compatible land uses in the vicinity of all new airports and in the vicinity of existing airports to the extent that the land in the vicinity is not already devoted to incompatible uses;
To coordinate planning at the state, regional, and local levels so as to provide for the orderly development of air transportation, while at the same time protecting the public health, safety, and welfare; and
To provide for the orderly development of the areas surrounding public use airports within the county so that new developments are not likely ultimately to cause restrictions to be placed on flight operations to or from the airport.
As the means of fulfilling these basic obligations, the ALUC has two basic duties under the Public Utilities Code:
• To Prepare Airport Compatibility Plans (Airport Land Use Plans) – The Commission is required to prepare and adopt an Airport Land Use Plan (ALUP) for each of the airports within its jurisdiction. In the case of San Luis Obispo County, this requirement applies to the Airport (SBP), the Oceano Airport, and the Paso Robles Municipal Airport. • To Review Referring Agency Actions and Airport Plans – In addition to formulating ALUPs, the ALUC is required to review certain types of action by local counties and cities that affect the land use in the vicinity of airports to ensure that the action proposed by the referring agency is consistent with the ALUP.
The City Council has an ad hoc committee to work with city staff to represent the city’s adopted policies.
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Cal Poly Campus Planning Committee
Meetings
Meetings are scheduled quarterly or more often is necessary.
Functions
Each state university and college was required by resolution of the Trustees on May 12, 1961, to establish a committee whose basic membership and functions were prescribed by the Trustee action. The committee's primary function is to assist the President in the coordination, development, and control of a long-range plan for the physical development of the campus, within a framework of policy established by the Trustees of the California State University. The committee serves in an advisory capacity in relation to the following:
• Development and maintenance of a long-range plan for the physical development of the campus.
• Selection of sites for each new building and other physical facilities on any universityowned property. • Review the work of the architects during the schematic drawings phase. • Review of recommendations on the five-year and other long-range building programs. • Review of all proposed projects to be constructed on the campus that will have an architectural and/or environmental impact. These projects will include, but are not necessarily limited to, structures, roads, walks, signs, etc. • Study and review such other areas as may be delegated to it by the President. • Work with city and county planning commissions on matters related to campus development, zoning in areas surrounding the university, streets, and highways leading to and from the campus, and other matters.
Downtown Association Board
Meetings
Meets every second Tuesday of the month at 8:00 am in the Downtown Association conference room.
Duties of the SLO Downtown Association
The Downtown Association primarily serves its members in the areas of Parking, Promotions, Design, Economic Activities, Food, Beverage & Services and Thursday Night Promotions. (See our Committee Page) Committees are comprised of business owners, employees and the public at large. The 11-member Board of Directors is comprised of business owners, managers and exofficio members representing finance, media and not for profits.
The Downtown Association is a voluntary member run organization, with the exception of the staff. The businesses are their own guide and determine the ultimate direction of the Downtown Association.
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The Board of Directors hires an administrator who is responsible for carrying out the directive of the committees, overseeing the budget, maintaining relationships with City Hall, members, other state and community organizations and the media.
The administrator also serves as the Main St. Manager and oversees the activities of the staff.
The Thursday Night Promotions Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the highly popular Farmers’ Market activities. The Promotions Coordinator manages all promotions that occur in the Downtown area; including Concerts in the Plaza, Hallowe’en activities, Holiday Happenings and much more.
The office manager runs the daily nuts and bolts of a busy office including phones, letters, errands, working with the public and mounds of paperwork as well as much of our print and media design.
Economic Vitality Corporation
Meetings
Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of most months except August, November, and December. They are held from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm at CANNON located at 1050 Southwood Drive, San Luis Obispo.
Mission
"The EVC mission is to stimulate the economic vitality of San Luis Obispo County, generate jobs, increase investment in the community and promote the start-up, growth and attraction of businesses."
Overview
San Luis Obispo County is uniquely positioned to grow its technology ecosystem by capitalizing on its infrastructure and entrepreneurial spirit, while providing benefits to the region through the creation of jobs.
The Knowledge and Innovation Cluster members seek to integrate world-class talent into the community by increasing connectivity among local industries and employees through job fairs and job placement programs. The cluster members are also fostering greater access and speed of local internet connectivity by leveraging our fiber-optic infrastructure to enhance our economic competitiveness.
Vision
To foster a thriving, technological community by offering a superior set of resources to plant, grow and sustain businesses with a competitive advantage and achieve recognition for the county as a cradle of innovation.
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Objectives
• Explore cluster cross-collaborations to cultivate partnerships, connections and technological improvements
• Enhance fiber-optic broadband connectivity infrastructure in partnership with the Broadband Consortium of the Pacific Coast Broadband (BCPC) and others • Collaborate with Cal Poly State University and Cuesta College to support workforce development and augment the region’s startup culture
• Host job fairs for local companies and expand industry networking Mayor’s Advisory Body Quarterly
Meetings
Meets quarterly starting in January on the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 am to 2:00 pm in the Council Hearing Room.
About
The Mayor meets quarterly with the chairpersons of all advisory bodies. The purpose shall be for informational updates and to encourage communication. Quarterly written reports shall be submitted at this meeting and are shared with all Council Members. The chairperson shall report back to the full committee at the next regular meeting.
Student Community Liaison Committee
Meetings
Meets on the third Thursday of every month 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the City Hall Hearing Room.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Student Community Liaison Committee (SCLC) is to serve as a mechanism for communication among Cal Poly State University, Cuesta College, City and County of San Luis Obispo, and community organizations and to proactively engage in discussions and actions to promote positive relations, mutual respect, and improved quality of life for all citizens of San Luis Obispo.
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SLO Climate Coalition
Meetings
Meets on the third Thursday of every month at 6:30 pm p.m. at the Ludwick Community Center.
Duties
Serve as a liaison to the SLO Climate Coalition to provide updates on City’s climate related activities, communicate back to staff and council, and to provide general support to the SLO Climate Coalition on an ongoing basis.
MOU:
The City has an Memorandum of Understanding with the SLO Climate Coalition that provides for limited funding, facility use, and a reporting function. The MOU outlines that the SLO Climate Coalition will work to help achieve the objectives and timelines of the City’s Climate Action Plan, specifically:
• Outreach and Community Engagement: The SLO Climate Coalition will maintain a positive presence in the community and work to be a primary voice in the community to engage the public and promote the City’s climate action efforts and organize community education materials, forums and events to inform residents and businesses about greenhouse gas reducing opportunities.
• The SLO Climate Coalition will help with the Climate Action Plan update adoption. • The SLO Climate Coalition will help to implement the climate action plan to support the City’s 2035 carbon neutrality goal.
• The SLO Climate Coalition will assist with research, advocacy to, and ongoing support of Central Coast Community Energy, including program design and other technical support.
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Active Transportation Committee
Meetings
Generally, the committee meets on the third Thursday every other month (starting in January) at 7 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The BAC provides oversight and policy decisions on matters related to bicycle transportation in the City of San Luis Obispo and its relationship to bicycling outside the City. The BAC consists of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. Members are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible for reappointment for an additional four-year term.
Administrative Review Board
Meetings
Meets only as needed.
The ARB serves as the final decision maker for the City on administrative appeal hearings relating to administrative citations issued for certain contested San Luis Obispo Municipal Code enforcement matters that require a more detailed administrative record. The ARB consists of three members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. Members are appointed to serve two-year terms and may be reappointed for an additional two-year term (maximum four years).
Architectural Review Commission
Meetings
Generally, the commission meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm in the Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street
The ARC establishes architectural guidelines and rules on the design of new construction and major commercial remodeling projects. The ARC consist of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. Members should have a proven interest in the City's physical environment and the ability to make positive and fair aesthetic evaluations.
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Construction Board of Appeals
Meetings
Meetings are scheduled on an as-needed basis.
The Construction Board of Appeals (CBA) hears and decides appeals of orders, decisions, and determinations made by the building official relative to the applications and interpretations of various technical codes. In addition, the members of the CBA may meet as the Appeals Board for Disabled Access for the purpose of considering appeals to the standards in the California Building Standards Code regarding accommodations for persons with physical disabilities. The CBA consist of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. Five of the members shall be qualified by experience or training on matters pertaining to building construction and building service equipment, and who are not employees of the City. Two members shall be physically disabled, as defined by the California Building Code.
Revenue Enhancement Oversight Commission
Meetings
Meets a minimum of four times per year. Meeting are held at a time and place to be determined by the Commissioners.
The REOC reviews, reports, and makes recommendations directly to the City Council regarding the revenue and expenditures of the City's voter-approved general purpose, half-percent sales tax. The REOC consists of five members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. Preference will be given to applicants with experience with finance, budgeting, or municipal accounting. Members are appointed to three-year terms and are eligible for reappointment for an additional three years.
Cultural Heritage Committee
Meetings
Meets the fourth Monday of each month at 5:30 pm in the Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The CHC oversees a broad range of educational and technical assistance programs aimed at preserving historical and cultural resources. The program goal is preservation of historic and architecturally-significant buildings and locations. The CHC consists of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. When possible, membership includes a person with knowledge of architecture, and when possible, a person knowledgeable in local archaeology. The membership also includes a resident of each of the City's three Historical Preservation Districts, when possible. Members are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible for reappointment for an additional four years.
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Housing Authority Board
Meetings
Meets the third Thursday of each month at noon in the Housing Authority office located at 487 Leff Street, San Luis Obispo.
The HA is directly responsible for policy, staff, and management of the authority's operating budget, approves applications for federal and state housing programs, and assists the City in addressing housing needs for low- and medium-income households. The HA consists of seven members, and terms of office, qualifications for appointment and grounds for removal from office are defined by state law. Appointments to the HA are not subject to residency requirements. Five members are selected at-large and are appointed by the Mayor subject to confirmation by the Council and serve a term of four years. The other two members are appointed by the Mayor from the Housing Authority's tenant population and each serves a twoyear term. At least one of the tenant members must be 62 years of age or older.
Human Relations Commission
Meetings
Meets at least quarterly, the first Wednesday of the month at 5:00 pm in the Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The HRC advises the City Council on matters concerning social problems affecting the residents of the City, assists in tenant/landlord problems, and receives and recommends grants-in-aid to assist groups which provide human services programs. The commission consists of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. It is preferable that applicants have experience or a demonstrated interest in community social issues. Members are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible for reappointment for an additional four years.
Investment Oversight Commission (this is a voting position on a City Committee) Meetings
Meets quarterly and on an as-needed basis.
The IOC reviews investment policy and practice and portfolio performance. The IOC consists of the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Director of Finance & Information Technology/City Treasurer, Finance Operations Manager, one Council Member, and one member of the public.
The City's independent auditor serves as an ex-officio member of the IOC.
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Mass Transportation Committee
Meetings
Meets the second Wednesday of every other month at 2:30 pm in the Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The MTC assists with the ongoing program of public transit in the City and Cal Poly. As requested, the MTC provides recommendations and input to the Council regarding routes, schedules, capital projects, fares, marketing, and additional services. The MTC has seven members, consisting of one Cal Poly designated employee, one Cal Poly student representative designated by Associated Students, Inc. (ASI), one senior citizen (62 years of age or older), one person from the business community, one person with technical transportation planning experience, one disabled person, one member at-large, and one student. When possible, two alternate members selected from the general public will be appointed. The Cal Poly representatives are exempt from the residency requirements. All other members must be residents and registered voters of the City. Members are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible for re-appointment for an additional four-year term.
Parks & Recreation Commission
Meetings
Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 pm in the City Council Chamber, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The PRC advises the City Council on park development and recreation programs and provides general guidance to the Parks and Recreation Department. The PRC consists of seven members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. Members are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible for re-appointment for an additional four-year term.
Personnel Board
Meetings
Meets on an as-needed basis.
The PB provides a forum for airing both sides of unresolved employee grievances and disciplinary matters with its recommendations forwarded to the City Council. The PB consist of five members, who must be residents and registered voters of the City. It is preferable that members have some knowledge or background in personnel matters. Members are appointed to four-year terms and are eligible for re-appointment for an additional four-year term.
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Planning Commission
Meetings
Meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chamber, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The PC regularly makes decisions regarding land use policies and specific development applications. Some are recommendations to the Council and some are final, subject to appeal to the Council. The PC also reviews and recommends long-range plans for the City's growth and development. The PC consist of seven members who are not necessarily planning professionals.
Members must be residents and registered voters of the City. Members are appointed to fouryear terms and are eligible for re-appointment for an additional four-year term.
Promotional Coordination Committee
Meetings
Meets the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30 pm in the City Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The PCC advises the Council in working to improve the quality of life for all City residents and visitors. The committee recommends internal projects to help promote the City as a regional trade, recreation, and tourist center consistent with community goals. The PCC works collaboratively with the City’s Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) to ensure a unique San Luis Obispo experience for residents and visitors. Annually, the PCC advises Council on city grants to support the promotion of local cultural groups and activities.
Tourism Business Improvement District Board
Meetings
Meets the second Wednesday of every month at 10:00 am in the City Council Hearing Room, City Hall, 990 Palm Street.
The TBID allows the hotel industry to raise funds solely dedicated to tourism marketing and promotions to attract visitors to San Luis Obispo. Currently the City TBID assessment is 2%. The TBID is inclusive of all lodging properties in the City of San Luis Obispo including hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, hostels, inns and owner occupied homestays. The Board consists of seven members from the San Luis Obispo lodging industry. One of those members serves as a representative to the Promotional Coordinating Committee. Members are appointed to four year terms and are eligible for re-appointment for an additional four years.
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Tree Committee
Meetings
Meets the fourth Monday of every month at 5:00 pm at the City Corporation Yard located at 25 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo.
The TC makes recommendations to the Council and staff on tree policies and regulations. The TC consists of seven members, including one representative of the City Parks and Recreation Commission, one representative of the Architectural Review Commission, and five members from the general public (one of whom shall be a horticultural expert). Members must be residents and registered voters of the City.
City Advisory Bodies
Interview/Rec. Appointment/Facilitate
Comm.
Meeting Frequency / Time Chair Member Chair Member
Active Transportation Committee Every other month 3rd Thursday at 6:00 PM Shoresman Boswell
Administrative Review Board As needed - only met once a year in 2 years Francis Stewart
Architectural Review Commission 1st and 3rd Monday of month - 5:30 PM Boswell Pease
Construction Board of Appeals As needed Marx Shoresman
Citizen's Revenue Enhancement
Oversight Commission Minimum of 4 times per year Stewart Shoresman Cultural Heritage Committee 4th Monday of the month - 5:30 PM Francis Marx
Human Relations Commission Quarterly, 1st Wednesday - 5:00 PM Stewart Shoresman
Investment Oversight Committee
(This is not an advisory committee) Quarterly Francis Marx Mass Transportation Committee Every other month, 2nd
Wednesday - 2:30 PM Boswell Stewart
Parks & Recreation Commission 1st Wednesday of month - 5:30 PM Francis Marx
Personnel Board As needed Stewart Marx
Planning Commission 2nd and 4th Wednesday of
every month - 6:00 PM Francis Boswell
Promotional Coordinating Committee 2nd Wednesday of every month - 5:30 PM Shoresman Boswell
Tourism Business Improvement District 2nd Wednesday of every month - 10:00 AM Shoresman Francis
Tree Committee 4th Monday of every month -
5:00 PM Boswell Stewart
Member Alternate
Air Pollution Control District (APCD) 4th Wednesday every odd numbered month - 9:00 AM Marx Boswell
LAFCO (Liaison only) 3rd Thursday of every month -
9:00 AM Boswell Francis
SLO Council of Governments
(SLOCOG) Same Council Rep. as
SLORTA
Jan, Feb, April, June, August
October, December - 8:30 AM Stewart Francis
San Luis Obispo Regional Transit
Authority (SLORTA) Same Council
Rep. as SLOCOG
1st Wednesday of every other
month - 8:30 AM Stewart Francis
Airport Land Use Council
Subcommittee
3rd Wednesday of the month -
1:30 PM Boswell Francis
California Mens Colony Citizens
Advisory Committee (*2 year term) Every 2 months or as needed Stewart Boswell Stewart Boswell Community Action Partnership 3rd Thursday of every month - 5:15 PM Francis
Homeless Services Oversight
Committee (HSOC)
3rd Wednesday every other
month 3:00 PM Shoresman Marx
County Water Resources Adv.
Committee (BOS ratifies)
1st Wednesday of month - 1:30
PM Marx Francis
County Regional Water Management
Group (RWMG) As Needed Marx Francis
Nacimiento Water Project Once every 3 months, 4th
Thursday - 4:00 PM Francis Marx
SLO Valley Basin Groundwater
Sustainability Agency (GSA)
Quarterly, 2nd Wednesday -
3:30 PM Stewart Floyd
Downtown Association Board
(Monthly)
2nd Tuesday of every Month -
7:30 AM Shoresman Boswell
Integrated Waste Management
Authority (IWMA)
2nd Wednesday every 2 months -
1:30 PM Marx Shoresman
Zone 9 Advisory Committee 2nd Wednesday of even
numbered months - 1:30 PM Shoresman Francis
Cal Poly Campus Planning Committee Quarterly Shoresman Marx Climate Coalition 3rd Thursday of every month -
6:30 PM Boswell Shoresman
Central Coast Community Energy
(3CE) – Policy Board Director
Quarterly - 9:00 AM or as
scheduled Stewart Marx
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#1 - My prefered assignment
#2 - Willing to serve, if needed
Member Alternate
Housing Authority
(Mayor by state mandate) Stewart Stewart
City Selection Committee (Mayor/V.
Mayor Alternate) Once a year Stewart Shoresman Stewart Francis Citizen's Transportation Advisory
(CTAC), a SLOCOG Regional
Committee (Mayor)
Stewart Stewart
Regional Economic Action Coalition
(REACH) Stewart Stewart
Performing Arts Center Commission
(Mayor/V. Mayor Alt.) Quarterly Stewart Shoresman Stewart Francis Visit SLO County Advisory Com.
(Mayor/V. Mayor Alt.)
3rd Wednesday every month -
8:30 AM Stewart Shoresman Stewart Francis
Whale Rock Commission
(Mayor/V. Mayor Alt.)
Once a year in April or May -
1:30 PM Stewart Shoresman Stewart Francis
Area Agency on Aging (Mayor) Stewart Stewart
Member Alternate
Mayor's Advisory Body Chair
Quarterly Meeting (Mayor/Rotation)
Quarterly, 2nd Thursday - 11:30
AM Stewart Rotation Stewart Rotation
Student Community Liaison
Committee (Mayor/Rotation)
3rd Thursday of every month -
3:00 PM Stewart Rotation Stewart Rotation
City / University
(Mayor/Rotation) Quarterly Stewart Rotation Stewart Rotation 2025 2026