News Flash

Local Health Officials Emphasize CDC Guidance on Cloth Face Coverings

Economic Relief Efforts

Local public and private leaders from both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties have come together as an informal coalition to provide economic relief. Resources as a result of this work can be found at

Local Leaders Begin Central Coast Economic Relief Efforts

Health Officials Urge Residents: If You Have COVID-19 Symptoms, Get Tested

County Continues Executive Order to Shelter at Home

Join Us for the City of Arroyo Grande’s Virtual Egg Hunt & New Daily Recreation Activity Calendar

ARROYO GRANDE - Due to the current recommendations from the County and to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the Thirty-First Annual Family Egg Hunt and Festival scheduled for April 11, 2020 at Elm Street Park has been cancelled. However, in its place, the ...

Physical Distance Egg Hunt 2020

This year's Annual Family Egg Hunt and Festival scheduled for April 11, 2020 has been cancelled. However, the Recreation Services Department is providing a Virtual Egg Hunt that families can enjoy on their own while keeping participants safe and active.

Pet Owners Asked to Prepare Care Plans

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Residents Encouraged to Visit Virtual Local Assistance Center on ReadySLO.org

County Opens Enforcement Line to Report Executive Order Violations

San Luis Obispo—The County of San Luis Obispo has launched an Enforcement Line for residents to report violations of the County’s recent public orders, particularly the Shelter at Home order meant to limit the spread of novel coronavir...

Virtual Recreation!

To best serve community members during the ‘Shelter at Home’ Order, the City’s Recreation Services Department has created an online site for Virtual Recreation.

City Introduces Virtual Recreation

ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA – To best serve community members during the ‘Shelter at Home’ Order, the City’s Recreation Services Department has created an online site for Virtual Recreation.

Virtual Recreation features...

Guidelines for Public Participation in City Council Meetings During the COVID-19 Emergency

ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA – The City Council will hold its next regular meeting tonight, Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.  Pursuant to the local emergency concerning the COVID-19 virus and in accordance with the Governor’...

Public Participation in City Council Meetings

Public participation in City Council meetings is still encouraged and new guidelines have been published regarding virtual participation during the COVID-19 emergency.

Food and Prescriptions for Self-Isolating Residents

The County of San Luis Obispo is initiating a program to procure food and prescription medication for self-isolating seniors (65+) and individuals with chronic medical conditions who do not have access to other means of procurement (e.g. family, friends, ...

Message from Arroyo Grande City Manager About Shelter at Home Order and City Services

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County Issues Executive Order to Shelter at Home Starting Tomorrow

Shelter at Home Order Extended

County Emergency Services Director announced April 2nd the County’s executive order to Shelter at Home remains in effect. The emergency order went into effect on March 19th, and calls for review every 14 days to evaluate the need to continue the order.

City of Arroyo Grande Declares Existence of a Local Emergency

ARROYO GRANDE, CA – On Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in response to the status of the COVID-19/novel coronavirus outbreak, the City Manager, acting within his authority as the City’s Director of Emergency Services, signed a Proclamation dec...

City Water Safe for Drinking and Washing - Current Treatment Methods Protect Against COVID-19

ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA – The City of Arroyo Grande understands the concerns expressed by community members regarding the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. We want to assure the community that our water is both safe and reliable.&...

All City Facilities Temporarily Closed to Walk-Ins

In order to further reduce the risk of community spread of COVID-19, the City of Arroyo Grande announced temporary and precautionary changes to public access to some City facilities and operations.

City Protecting Public Health and Safety - Facilities Temporarily Closed

ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA – In order to further reduce the risk of community spread of COVID-19, the City of Arroyo Grande is announcing temporary and precautionary changes to public access to some City facilities and operations. Although facili...

City Ready for Potential Coronavirus Impacts and How the Community Can Help

ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA – The City of Arroyo Grande understands the concerns expressed by residents regarding the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. According to the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department, the health risk t...

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Updates

The City has created a City COVID-19 Information Page

Appointment of Administrative Services Director

ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA – The City of Arroyo Grande is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Stevens as its new Administrative Services Director. The Administrative Services Department is responsible for the financial, accounting, and...

Arroyo Grande Counts!

Census 2020: You Count!

The 2020 Census is closer than you think

On April 1, 2020, it’s important to count every person living in Arroyo Grande.

Here’s why you should take the Census:

1. It’s quick and easy. In 2020, you...

UPDATE: Arroyo Grande 2020 Strawberry Celebration

UPDATE (March 30, 2020)

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Strategic Concepts for Arroyo Grande

A strategic planning process is currently underway at the City in order to create budget priorities and move the City forward. At their January 28, 2020 meeting, City Council discussed overall strategic concepts and visioning that will set the framework a...

Activity Registration

View the Activity Guide and register for activities online!

Citizen Permit Portal

In an effort to be more efficient and provide great customer service, the City is now offering online permit and business licence services through the Citizen Permit Portal.

Neighborhood Watch

If you are interested in playing a vital part in building a partnership between your community and the Arroyo Grande Police Department, consider becoming a member of the Neighborhood Watch or Business Watch programs

Stormwater Resource Plan (SWRP) Project

In July 2016, the State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Financial Assistance awarded grant funds to the City of Arroyo Grande through California Proposition 1 (the Water Bond) in the amount of $189,140 to develop a Stormwater Resource Plan.

Visit Arroyo Grande

Welcome to Arroyo Grande, California! Find all the information you need to plan your next trip in Arroyo Grande.

Volunteer Program

From providing community patrols and vacation house checks to providing assistance at community special events, you will be working “hand in hand” with members of your Police Department.