What are your comments on the updated zones? These zone updates should be offered and viewed as informative. They should not be used as a justification for imposing new fire prevention mandates based on geographic risk.

What are your comments on the updated zones? Some of the changes make no sense. I don't believe the changes were made after visiting all the locations because there is no way some of the boundaries would be where they are now located. Also, the division between LRA and SRA areas in a neighborhood make no sense to me.

What are your comments on the updated zones? We live near the Irish Hills Nature Preserve which saw a significant increase in "very high" fire hazard safety zone in 2025. We are also seeing a 22% increase in insurance rates this year.

It would be helpful for the City to clearly explain how updated zone designations will impact insurance, permitting, vegetation, and building requirements. Will there be public workshops or FAQs to help residents understand the implications? Will insurance companies drop homeowners in these areas?
Are homeowners who are proactive with rooftop sprinkler systems, under eave sprayers, and Class A retardant improve their insurance positions and home survival rates?

As part of adopting these updated maps, I urge the City to create a detailed wildfire risk mitigation plan that includes funding for defensible space efforts, brush clearance assistance for low-income residents, and improved emergency evacuation routes.

I appreciate the City’s efforts to incorporate updated wildfire science into local planning. With the sharp increase in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, I strongly encourage the City to prioritize proactive measures such as increased vegetation management, home hardening outreach, and public education campaigns to protect vulnerable neighborhoods.”

About three years ago, the county did an excellent job in removing miles of dead brush all the way up Prefumo Canyon, which helped remove potential future hot spots in the canyon.

Finally, about 4-6 years ago, there was a smaller 2-acre fire in the Irish Hills near the intersection of Prefumo Canyon Road and Castillo Court. It was quickly put out by a helicopter dropping its "straw" in Laguna Lake. Is this something that is still available as a firefighting tool?

What are your comments on the updated zones? The zone reflects the need for Community based training including Unified Command for the City and County. Evacuation training is of the upmost importance; Law enforcement is normally the lead agency for evacuation, but there is a manpower shortage as well. What is the plan? This training needs to be in phases that will help the community and Fire Command truly understands their limitations, etc.

What are your comments on the updated zones? Based on this update, the city should now undertake the development of an applicable development standard for adjacent and "within distance" of any future construction requirements. The city takes on building code updates on a regular basis and should address the specific requirements for adjacent and neighboring properties next to the prescriptive FHSZ zoning update. This could be handled by the SLO Construction appeals board as they should have the ability to address and could receive public (professional) comment in the public hearing position for applicable comment and input.

What are your comments on the updated zones? Curious why the hiking access point at the peak of Islay Hill is HIGH but Righetti Hill is none. Both have hikers who might light a cigarette and I’m assuming both have the same vegetation.

What typically brings you to Upper Monterey Street? Select all that apply. Shopping, Dining, coffee, Socializing and entertainment
How frequently do you visit Upper Monterey Street? Weekly (1 to 4 times per week)
How do you typically travel to, or through, the Upper Monterey Area? Select all that apply. Drive, Walk
Rate your experience with these aspects of Upper Monterey Street.
What do you consider to be the area's greatest assets? Select up to three (3) options. Location or proximity to downtown and other destinations
What do you consider to be the area's greatest challenges? Select up to three (3) options. Pedestrian safety and walkability, Limited business variety, Other - Dense housing options and too much focus on parking.
Rate your support for these potential mobility and parking improvements.
These images show developments throughout the City that are also allowed in the Upper Monterey Area with the same zoning. Please rank these images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Large-Scale Mixed-Use with Residential over Retail (3-5 stories high), Medium-Scale Mixed-Use with Residential over Retail (2-3 stories high), Retail Storefront with No Onsite Parking
These images show street improvements and mobility features that may be emphasized in future plans. Please rank the images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Pedestrian Safety Features, Protected Bike Lanes, Increased Trolley Service
Please share any other thoughts you have for the Upper Monterey Area. These thoughts may be related to future development, parking and transportation needs, environmental concerns, neighborhood compatibility, or any other considerations. We don't need anymore expensive downtown parking lots or structures. We need to push for dense housing that allows for urban walkability. This is one of the few areas close enough to downtown that could make SLO a walkable bikable thriving city!
Thank you for participating in the survey.

Would you like to continue and answer optional demographics questions? Please note that responses to these questions will only be used to understand satisfaction rates, identify service gaps, and inform service enhancements in programs. No

What typically brings you to Upper Monterey Street? Select all that apply. Shopping, Dining, coffee, Work (employee), Services (banking, medical, etc.), Business or property owner
How frequently do you visit Upper Monterey Street? Daily (5+ times per week)
How do you typically travel to, or through, the Upper Monterey Area? Select all that apply. Drive, Walk
Rate your experience with these aspects of Upper Monterey Street.
What do you consider to be the area's greatest assets? Select up to three (3) options. Location or proximity to downtown and other destinations, Existing types of businesses (retail, services, dining, etc.), Bike infrastructure
What do you consider to be the area's greatest challenges? Select up to three (3) options. Lack of parking
Rate your support for these potential mobility and parking improvements.
These images show developments throughout the City that are also allowed in the Upper Monterey Area with the same zoning. Please rank these images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Medium-Scale Mixed-Use with Residential over Retail (2-3 stories high), Retail Storefront with No Onsite Parking
These images show street improvements and mobility features that may be emphasized in future plans. Please rank the images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Additional Public Parking Lots
Please share any other thoughts you have for the Upper Monterey Area. These thoughts may be related to future development, parking and transportation needs, environmental concerns, neighborhood compatibility, or any other considerations. I would like to see any future business's opening up not be corporate. Thanks
Thank you for participating in the survey.

Would you like to continue and answer optional demographics questions? Please note that responses to these questions will only be used to understand satisfaction rates, identify service gaps, and inform service enhancements in programs. Yes
What is your age group? 1981 - 1996
What is the primary language used in your household, business, school, or other key settings?
English
Do you speak another language or consider yourself bilingual or multilingual? Yes
Do you have any of the following conditions that fit into one of the definitions of a disability or different ability?
None
Do you identify as Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx or of Spanish origin? No
Which ethnic group do you most closely identify with?

For reference, ethnicity refers to self-identified groups or subgroups who share social and cultural norms, expressions, and background. Prefer not to answer
Which sex were you assigned at birth? Male
Which of the following best describes your gender identity? Prefer not to answer
Which of the following best describes your sexual orientation? Prefer not to answer
Have you or has anyone in your household ever served in the U.S. military or the military reserves? Prefer not to answer
Which of the following best describes your annual income in the last year or past 12 months? Prefer not to answer

What typically brings you to Upper Monterey Street? Select all that apply. Shopping, Dining, coffee, Services (banking, medical, etc.), Socializing and entertainment, Passing through to downtown, the high school, Highway 101, or other destination, Other - I live here
How frequently do you visit Upper Monterey Street? Daily (5+ times per week)
How do you typically travel to, or through, the Upper Monterey Area? Select all that apply. Drive, Walk, Bike
Rate your experience with these aspects of Upper Monterey Street.
What do you consider to be the area's greatest assets? Select up to three (3) options. Location or proximity to downtown and other destinations, Existing types of businesses (retail, services, dining, etc.), Available parking
What do you consider to be the area's greatest challenges? Select up to three (3) options. Traffic congestion, Pedestrian safety and walkability, Limited business variety
Rate your support for these potential mobility and parking improvements.
These images show developments throughout the City that are also allowed in the Upper Monterey Area with the same zoning. Please rank these images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Medium-Scale Mixed-Use with Residential over Retail (2-3 stories high), Retail Storefront with No Onsite Parking, Low-Scale Retail with Onsite Parking, Large-Scale Mixed-Use with Residential over Retail (3-5 stories high), Service Use (e.g., Carwash)
These images show street improvements and mobility features that may be emphasized in future plans. Please rank the images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Protected Bike Lanes, Pedestrian Safety Features, Increased Trolley Service
Please share any other thoughts you have for the Upper Monterey Area. These thoughts may be related to future development, parking and transportation needs, environmental concerns, neighborhood compatibility, or any other considerations. Protected bike lines (barriers) and more pedestrian beacons would make this area feel safer. This area does not need more parking. Extended and all year round trolley service (free!) that stops at the existing parking structures would be amazing!
Thank you for participating in the survey.

Would you like to continue and answer optional demographics questions? Please note that responses to these questions will only be used to understand satisfaction rates, identify service gaps, and inform service enhancements in programs. Yes
What is your age group? 1981 - 1996
What is the primary language used in your household, business, school, or other key settings?
English
Do you speak another language or consider yourself bilingual or multilingual? No
Do you have any of the following conditions that fit into one of the definitions of a disability or different ability?
None
Do you identify as Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx or of Spanish origin? No
Which ethnic group do you most closely identify with?

For reference, ethnicity refers to self-identified groups or subgroups who share social and cultural norms, expressions, and background. European
Which sex were you assigned at birth? Female
Which of the following best describes your gender identity? Cisgender female/woman
Which of the following best describes your sexual orientation? Heterosexual or Straight
Have you or has anyone in your household ever served in the U.S. military or the military reserves? No
Which of the following best describes your annual income in the last year or past 12 months? $150,000+

What typically brings you to Upper Monterey Street? Select all that apply. Dining, coffee, Socializing and entertainment
How frequently do you visit Upper Monterey Street? Weekly (1 to 4 times per week)
How do you typically travel to, or through, the Upper Monterey Area? Select all that apply. Bike
Rate your experience with these aspects of Upper Monterey Street.
What do you consider to be the area's greatest assets? Select up to three (3) options. Location or proximity to downtown and other destinations
What do you consider to be the area's greatest challenges? Select up to three (3) options. Traffic congestion, Limited business variety, Other - Bike infrastructure
Rate your support for these potential mobility and parking improvements.
These images show developments throughout the City that are also allowed in the Upper Monterey Area with the same zoning. Please rank these images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Retail Storefront with No Onsite Parking, Low-Scale Retail with Onsite Parking
These images show street improvements and mobility features that may be emphasized in future plans. Please rank the images based on your preference for Upper Monterey Street. Protected Bike Lanes, Pedestrian Safety Features, Increased Trolley Service
Please share any other thoughts you have for the Upper Monterey Area. These thoughts may be related to future development, parking and transportation needs, environmental concerns, neighborhood compatibility, or any other considerations. More nature and alternative transportation options
Thank you for participating in the survey.

Would you like to continue and answer optional demographics questions? Please note that responses to these questions will only be used to understand satisfaction rates, identify service gaps, and inform service enhancements in programs. Yes
What is your age group? 1981 - 1996
What is the primary language used in your household, business, school, or other key settings?
English
Do you speak another language or consider yourself bilingual or multilingual? No
Do you have any of the following conditions that fit into one of the definitions of a disability or different ability?
Prefer not to answer
Do you identify as Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx or of Spanish origin? No
Which ethnic group do you most closely identify with?

For reference, ethnicity refers to self-identified groups or subgroups who share social and cultural norms, expressions, and background. European
Which sex were you assigned at birth? Female
Which of the following best describes your gender identity? Cisgender female/woman
Which of the following best describes your sexual orientation? Pansexual
Have you or has anyone in your household ever served in the U.S. military or the military reserves? No
Which of the following best describes your annual income in the last year or past 12 months? $0 - $19,999