The Buy Local Eat Local Bonus Programs rewards shoppers who spend money at local retailers and restaurants.This year resulted in a total of $951,197 in direct local spending. This program is a partnership between the City of San Luis Obispo and the SLO Chamber of Commerce.

With the steady growth of the legal Cannabis Industry since 2016, the SLO Chamber saw the need to balance concerns of the business with that of the community and the laws. In October 2022, changes to the current ordinance were advocated by the SLO Chamber that allowed cannabis businesses to better serve our communities. 

It was a momentous — maybe even historic — day at the county Board of Supervisors. The board approved a sweeping plan to reduce homelessness on Tuesday — a decision that could bring lasting change to every community in San Luis Obispo County. The pervasive spirit of collegiality in the room was almost as impressive as the decision itself.