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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Monday, January 26, 2026 9:21 AM
To:Matt Lazier; Szentesi, Whit
Cc:Keegan Makoa Koberl; Jessica Joy Dieny; Courtney Leigh Kienow
Subject:RE: St. Pats Meetings
Morning,
Hope you feel better soon. I’m good with a reschedule for next week.
CW
From: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Monday, January 26, 2026 9:08 AM
To: Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>; Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>; Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: St. Pats Meetings
Good morning.
After all the back and forth on scheduling this first meeting, unfortunately I’m going to need to cancel for
today. I am fighting a cold, and I don’t think my vocal cords are long for the world today.
I can look to reschedule this to next week, if you all would like.
MATT
From: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 at 2:45 PM
To: Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>, Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>, Courtney
Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: St. Pats Meetings
Condolences, Whitney! :-) Hopefully you’re excused quickly.
If this is a day/time that would normally work for you, let’s stick with it and figure you’ll join us at
subsequent meetings. Sound OK?
From: Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>
Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 at 1:20 PM
To: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
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Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>, Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>, Courtney
Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: St. Pats Meetings
Oh shoot, I have Jury Duty on 1/26. But I'm sure Christine can volunteer me for things and fill me in later. 덞덛덟덜덝
Thanks,
Whit
Whit Szentesi
pronouns she/her/hers
Public Communications Manager
City Administration
990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249
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From: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Friday, January 16, 2026 1:18 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>; Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>
Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>; Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>; Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: St. Pats Meetings
Excellent thx. I just sent over a calendar invite for Monday, 1/26. Let me know if that doesn’t work and we
can find a different day and/or time. I sent it biweekly for now. We can increase frequency as needed as
we get closer to the big day.
MATT
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:16 AM
To: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>, Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>
Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>, Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>, Courtney
Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: RE: St. Pats Meetings
Hi Matt,
Yes, absolutely. Wednesday and Thursday mornings typically work well for me, or Monday afternoons.
Thanks!
Christine
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From: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 11:03 AM
To: Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>; Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>; Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: St. Pats Meetings
Christine, Whitney — St. Pats is rolling around again, and we are revving up our EOC and
communications committee. I wanted to see if you both are open to regular meetings like we did last
year. Maybe every other week to start out and then we can look to weekly as we get closer.
Any days/times work well for both of you? I can set up a recurring Zoom.
MATT
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Matt Lazier
Assistant Vice President for Communications and Media Relations
University Communications and Marketing
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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office 805-756-7109
cell
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Tuesday, January 20, 2026 11:44 AM
To:Matt Lazier
Cc:Whitney Szentesi; media@calpoly.edu; Courtney Leigh Kienow
Subject:Re: Media inquiry
Thank you! Sadie has also reached out to me, I’ll be replying to her later today and I’ll provide that
response to y’all as well.
Thanks!
CW
On Jan 20, 2026, at 11:16 AM, Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu> wrote:
All — Wanted you to see this exchange with a Tribune reporter re St Pats, for your
awareness.
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Matt Lazier
Assistant Vice President for Communications and Media Relations
University Communications and Marketing
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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office 805-756-7109
cell
www.calpoly.edu
I’m keeping everything high level right now as we work through details. On the law
enforcement side specifically, I plan to lean hard on this message of not getting into details
in advance of the day. We do that often from a tactical standpoint and not wanting to get
into specifics that would allow folks to get around what you all have planned. And makes
sense here as discussions continue around how many officers will be out and about that
morning.
I let our CPPD/Dept Emergency Mgmt folks know about this.
We’ll work with folks on our side to determine the timeline of announcing details on the
concert. Still working through a lot of specifics at the moment.
Let me know any questions, concerns, etc.
MATT
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From: media-request@calpoly.edu <media-request@calpoly.edu> on behalf of Matt
Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:04 AM
To: Dittenber, Sadie <
Cc: media@calpoly.edu <media@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: Media inquiry
Hi Sadie. Thanks for reaching out on this.
There will be a concert again this year. I don’t many details to provide just yet (including
performers, dates of ticket availability, etc.) as discussions are ongoing. We’ll have more
details to share out with the campus and broader community in coming days and weeks.
On the enforcement side, still many details being ironed out there as well. I can tell you
that many of the policy changes implemented on campus last year will carry forward this
year, including a no-guest policy in University Housing facilities over that weekend as well
as parking restrictions on campus. Again, more details on this will be shared out in coming
days and weeks (though I will add that, from a law enforcement perspective, we won’t be
able to provide a lot of specifics in advance, in the interest of maintaining safety during the
weekend).
MATT
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Matt Lazier
Assistant Vice President for Communications and Media Relations
University Communications and Marketing
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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office 805-756-7109
cell
www.calpoly.edu
From: media-request@calpoly.edu <media-request@calpoly.edu> on behalf of Dittenber,
Sadie <
Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:51 PM
To: media@calpoly.edu <media@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Media inquiry
Hi all,
Reaching out about St. Patrick's Day weekend plans this year. What are the university's
plans for the weekend this year? Will there be another concert, and if so, do we have the
names of headliners, etc.? When will tickets be up for grabs and how many will be
available? What's the plan for mutual aid/law enforcement?
Let me know when you can, thanks!
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P 208.249.4941
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Thursday, January 15, 2026 3:43 PM
To:Purrington, Teresa
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Scott, Rick
Subject:February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
Hi Teresa,
I just confirmed with our team that we are able to present (jointly with SLO PD) on planning efforts leading up to
Saint Patrick’s Day events at the February 17th City Council meeting.
I think we’re usually at the top of the agenda when we do presentations. Can you please let me know if that will be
the plan and how much time we should expect for the presentation and then for Q&A?
Copying in Chief Scott in case helpful for him to know as well :).
Thank you!
Warmly,
Courtney
Courtney Kienow
pronouns she/hers (why is this important?)
Director of Community Relations and Economic Development
Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
_____
office 805-756-6000
direct 805-756-6098
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Thursday, January 15, 2026 9:33 AM
To:Courtney Leigh Kienow
Subject:RE: New Reuse Initiatives at Cal Poly
Thanks!
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 4:58 PM
To: Whitney Szentesi <wdiaz@calpoly.edu>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: FW: New Reuse Initiatives at Cal Poly
In case there are places in your city communications where any of this would be relevant… :)
Best,
Courtney
From: Amy Unruh <alunruh@calpoly.edu>
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:52 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: New Reuse Initiatives at Cal Poly
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NEWS OF THE MONTH
The Bi-Annual Bike Auction is Here
Ever parked your bike on campus and then… completely forgot it existed?
There’s a whole bike owner saga that plays out here, and it goes something like this:
You ride your bike to campus → you forget where you parked it (or forget you even
rode it, or get a flat tire and decide you’ll deal with it later) → summer or winter break
rolls around, and your bike is still sitting lonely on a rack → campus police cut the locks
and hold it in storage to be claimed → six months later, unclaimed bikes head to Cal
Poly Surplus, where they’re auctioned off starting at $10.
If this sounds like your story, you have a chance to reunite with your long-lost love. The
bike auction is happening now through Jan. 15. If you’ve lost track of your bike—or
you’re in the market for a new set of wheels, visit the S urplus Bikes website to see
what’s available. Cal Poly Surplus is also holding bike preview days for those who want
to check out the condition of the bikes before committing. Come see for yourself in
Building 82 on Jan. 14-15 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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Seeking Donations for Cal Poly’s Pilot On-
Campus Thrift Store
If you read these newsletters often, you’ll know how excited we are about the Thrift
Store opening on campus with the help of Cal Poly’s Green Campus team. With the
pilot slated to happen this spring, this student run, volunteer-operated campus thrift
store is designed to address a critical gap for students to access non-food necessities
on campus.
Once open, students will be able to donate unwanted items and take what they need
at no or low-cost- a win-win for your wallet and the planet. But before the doors open,
Green Campus needs your help to build up the initial inventory.
Donation drop-off details:
Where: Cal Poly Surplus (left side of Building 82)
When: Jan. 14-15 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Jan. 16, 23, 30, and Feb. 6 from 10
a.m. -2 p.m.
What to donate: shelving, storage containers, clothing, accessories, home
items, school supplies, and books
Unacceptable items: torn/stained clothing, underwear, mattresses, bedding,
shoes, large furniture, broken items, weapons, and hazardous chemicals
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For more information about this initiative and acceptable donations, please contact
Nora Palinkas (npalinka@calpoly.edu) and Evelyn Navarro-Martinez
(enavar48@calpoly.edu).
Cal Poly’s New Waste Disposal Guide
Let’s be honest—waste is rarely at the top of anyone’s priority list. Most of us have a
million other things to think about, and trash usually comes in somewhere near the
bottom. This is made clear in the language we use: we say “throw away,” as if “away”
is some magical place where our garbage disappears forever.
But here’s the truth: there is no “away.” Every piece of trash we’ve ever created is still
here on Earth, hanging out somewhere—maybe in a landfill, maybe in the ocean,
maybe in a recycling facility that’s doing its best to keep up. That’s why how we dispose
of things matters more than we think.
Luckily, Cal Poly’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) department has made it
easier than ever for the Cal Poly community to do the right thing. They’ve created a
Waste Disposal Guide where you can learn exactly what campus resources are
available for handling the tricky stuff that needs special care.
In the guide, you’ll find clear instructions for disposing of:
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Batteries (improperly disposed of batteries cause expensive fires every day in
the U.S.)
Electronics (your old laptop deserves better than the dumpster)
Chemicals and lab waste (let’s keep chemical reactions in the labs)
And other items that require special handling
By following these guidelines, you’re not just cleaning up your space—you’re protecting
the environment, keeping our campus safe, and making sure hazardous materials don’t
end up where they shouldn’t.
Join the Eco Reps Club
After a bit of a hiatus, the Cal Poly student club, Eco Reps, is officially back for Winter
Quarter! Eco Reps is a student-led sustainability group focused on promoting
environmental awareness and empowering students to take action toward a more
sustainable campus and lifestyle.
The club serves as a welcoming space for students of all majors who are interested in
learning about sustainability, connecting with like-minded peers, and getting involved
in hands-on initiatives that make an impact.
The Eco Reps student board is hard at work planning the upcoming January meeting,
which will be all about building community and introducing members to what Eco Reps
is all about. At the first meeting, attendees spend time getting to know one another,
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participate in a fun candle making craft, and share the many ways students can get
involved in sustainability efforts around campus. Whether you’re deeply involved in
sustainability or just curious and looking to learn more, Eco Reps is a great place to
connect with like-minded individuals while gaining valuable environmental knowledge
and experience.
For more info, follow us on Instagram @calpolyecoreps for the latest updates on
meeting time, date, and location, as well as upcoming events and opportunities to get
involved!
SLO the Flow is Almost Here!
From Feb. 9 - Mar. 15, Cal Poly Green Campus will lead SLO the FLOW, an annual
water and energy conservation initiative, where first year residents get to flex their
sustainability habits by competing for first place.
The idea is simple: the residence hall who reduces their utility consumption by the
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highest percentage wins the competition. The initiative will kick off with a festival on
Feb. 5, where students can learn about the competition and its goals. SLO the FLOW
is more than just a friendly competition; it brings students together and helps them build
sustainability habits that’ll stick. For information on how you can reduce your energy
and water footprint, check out the Green Living Guide.
Want to get involved? Currently, Green Campus is seeking volunteers interested in
outreach and engagement who will assist with tabling and the Kickoff Festival.
If interested in helping with this initiative, please contact Fernando Ornelas Ventura:
ornelasv@calpoly.edu.
COMMUNITY NEWS
SLO Climate Kickoff Party
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Jan. 28, 6-8 p.m.- Join SLO Climate Coalition (SLOCC) for an evening of celebration,
community, and climate action at SLO Climate Coalition’s Climate Kickoff Party! This
lively event will feature a special performance by the Joy Polloi Trio, the presentation
of the annual Climate Champion Award, and a chance to win exciting prizes through
the Wine Raffle and General Raffle.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to the movement, this gathering is the
perfect way to connect with others who care about building a vibrant, just, and climate-
resilient Central Coast. Enjoy great music, local wine, and an energizing atmosphere
as SLOCC launches another year of impactful climate work together. Get tickets here.
Brewing Solutions
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Jan. 18 & 25, 10-11 a.m.- Brewing Solutions, sponsored by the SLO Climate Coalition,
is a space for environmental advocates to chat with other passional people about
climate. Every month, Brewing Solutions focuses on a different topic. Here, you can
connect with like-minded individuals working on important climate initiatives. January’s
topic is Climate Anxiety. RSVP here.
Johnson Ranch Open Space Planting
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Jan. 17, 9 a.m. - 12. p.m.- Come help ECOSLO plant trees at Johnson Ranch Open
Space! Please wear closed-toe shoes, bring water, wear sunscreen, and meet in the
parking lot of Johnson Ranch Open Space at 5190 Ontario Road in San Luis
Obispo. Read more & register here.
A Talk on California’s Biodiversity with
Michele Roest
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Jan. 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m.- Join the Central Coast State Parks Association for tasty cider
and a talk on California's biodiversity at Shindig Cider!
Did you know that the Central Coast, and nearly all of California are part of a globally-
recognized biodiversity hotspot? California’s biodiversity is amazing, but many of us
take it for granted. Michele will provide a PowerPoint presentation, starting with a
description of biodiversity hotspots. She’ll make the connection between California’s
biodiversity and the fact that California has one of the largest economies in the world.
That’s right: the ecosystem supports the economy in California. She’ll also address
what is being done to protect and preserve California’s biodiversity and how anyone
can get involved. Join us for a biodiversity tour of California, learn what makes it so
special, and why it must be protected. Learn more here.
Feel Good Giving to the Eco Fund
Sustainability is a key priority at Cal Poly, integrated into all aspects of the university, including
operations, outreach, curriculum, and research. When you donate to the Eco Fund, funds will be used
to support Learn by Doing opportunities for students. Recent projects include CP Thrift, Zero Waste
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Ambassadors, and various Green Campus projects. Not only will you support student success, but your
tax-deductible contributions help support the university's mission to be carbon neutral by 2050!
Click here to donate today!
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Thursday, January 15, 2026 3:38 PM
To:Scott, Rick
Subject:Saint Patrick's Day Task Force
Hi Rick,
I hope you’re doing well.
A couple things I wanted to connect with you on:
1. It sounds like February 17th is the day selected for our joint presentation on Saint Patrick's Day events
planning. Hoping to connect with you on the order that makes sense for that and other logistics so that we
can come across as the unified force that we are on this topic 뇤눎눐눑눒눏.
2.
3. Also: the Cal Poly Saint Patrick's planning EOC team is in place and meeting virtually on Wednesdays at
11am. I wanted to invite you to participate going forward. Please let me know if we’re approved to add that
weekly meeting to your calendar.
Thank you!
Warmly,
Courtney
Courtney Kienow
pronouns she/hers (why is this important?)
Director of Community Relations and Economic Development
Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
_____
office 805-756-6000
direct 805-756-6098
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Thursday, January 15, 2026 4:19 PM
To:Purrington, Teresa
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Scott, Rick
Subject:Re: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
Is that 5 minutes each or 10 each?
Best,
Courtney
From: Purrington, Teresa <TPurring@slocity.org>
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:14 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>, Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
A 10 minute presentation.
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 3:43 PM
To: Purrington, Teresa <TPurring@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>
Subject: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
Hi Teresa,
I just confirmed with our team that we are able to present (jointly with SLO PD) on planning efforts leading up to
Saint Patrick’s Day events at the February 17th City Council meeting.
I think we’re usually at the top of the agenda when we do presentations. Can you please let me know if that will be
the plan and how much time we should expect for the presentation and then for Q&A?
Copying in Chief Scott in case helpful for him to know as well :).
Thank you!
Warmly,
Courtney
Courtney Kienow
pronouns she/hers (why is this important?)
Director of Community Relations and Economic Development
Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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_____
office 805-756-6000
direct 805-756-6098
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Scott, Rick
Sent:Thursday, January 15, 2026 4:26 PM
To:Courtney Leigh Kienow; Purrington, Teresa
Cc:McDonald, Whitney
Subject:RE: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
Love it…We’ll talk fast뇤눎눐눑눒눏. I’m happy to yield a couple of minutes over to Cal Poly. We are again very limited on
public details we are able to provide, but happy to share out our comms plan for awareness.
Thank you,
Rick
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 4:19 PM
To: Purrington, Teresa <TPurring@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
Is that 5 minutes each or 10 each?
Best,
Courtney
From: Purrington, Teresa <TPurring@slocity.org>
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:14 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>, Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>
Subject: RE: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
A 10 minute presentation.
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 3:43 PM
To: Purrington, Teresa <TPurring@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>
Subject: February 17th Cal Poly Presentation
Hi Teresa,
I just confirmed with our team that we are able to present (jointly with SLO PD) on planning efforts leading up to
Saint Patrick’s Day events at the February 17th City Council meeting.
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I think we’re usually at the top of the agenda when we do presentations. Can you please let me know if that will be
the plan and how much time we should expect for the presentation and then for Q&A?
Copying in Chief Scott in case helpful for him to know as well :).
Thank you!
Warmly,
Courtney
Courtney Kienow
pronouns she/hers (why is this important?)
Director of Community Relations and Economic Development
Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
_____
office 805-756-6000
direct 805-756-6098
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Thursday, January 15, 2026 11:16 AM
To:Matt Lazier; Szentesi, Whit
Cc:Keegan Makoa Koberl; Jessica Joy Dieny; Courtney Leigh Kienow
Subject:RE: St. Pats Meetings
Hi Matt,
Yes, absolutely. Wednesday and Thursday mornings typically work well for me, or Monday afternoons.
Thanks!
Christine
From: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 11:03 AM
To: Szentesi, Whit <wszentes@slocity.org>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Cc: Keegan Makoa Koberl <kkoberl@calpoly.edu>; Jessica Joy Dieny <jdieny@calpoly.edu>; Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: St. Pats Meetings
Christine, Whitney — St. Pats is rolling around again, and we are revving up our EOC and
communications committee. I wanted to see if you both are open to regular meetings like we did last
year. Maybe every other week to start out and then we can look to weekly as we get closer.
Any days/times work well for both of you? I can set up a recurring Zoom.
MATT
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Matt Lazier
Assistant Vice President for Communications and Media Relations
University Communications and Marketing
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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office 805-756-7109
cell
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Wednesday, January 14, 2026 11:52 AM
To:McDonald, Whitney; Hermann, Greg; Scott, Rick
Cc:Purrington, Teresa
Subject:CP Presentation re: Saint Patrick's Planning
Hi Whitney, Greg, and Rick,
I hope your week is going well.
At one point we talked about Cal Poly and SLO PD doing a joint presentation regarding Saint Patricks weekend
planning at an upcoming City Council meeting. I thought I’d check back in as the number of opportunities is
quickly narrowing with only a few scheduled city council meetings taking place prior to the date of the event.
We’re happy to do this or communicate in other ways what our plans are, depending on what you think would be
most beneficial. Thank you.
Warmly,
Courtney
Courtney Kienow
pronouns she/hers (why is this important?)
Director of Community Relations and Economic Development
Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
_____
office 805-756-6000
direct 805-756-6098
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Wednesday, January 14, 2026 4:56 PM
To:Wallace, Christine
Subject:Re: not for distribution until after SCLC please
Amazing. I won’t share. Thanks for the sneak peak!
Best,
Courtney
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:16 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: not for distribution until after SCLC please
Christine Wallace
Police Public Affairs Manager
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
E cwallace@slocity.org
T 805.781.7186
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2025 NOISE IN REVIEW
SCLC – January 2026
Year
City
Population
Cal Poly
Enrollment
Housed on
Campus
% Housed
on
Campus
1990 41,958*17,756 2,795 16%
2000 44,174 16,877 2,816 17%
2010 45,119 18,360 6,395 35%
2019 21,242 7,839 37%
2020 47,063**22,287 4,468**20%
2024 22,842 8,800 38%
2025 48,039***23,245 8,863 37%
*www.census.gov
**Covid 19 Pandemic
***American Community Survey – US Census
Community Demographics
1990 Poly Royal riot
1993 SNAP created – partnership b/t ASI and SLOPD
2004 Mardi Gras Riot
2004 Safety Enhancement Zones adopted (Mardi Gras)
2010 Noise ordinance amendment - fines increased, property owner fines added,
9 month “no warning” list created
2010 Social Host ordinance adopted
2010 Unruly Gathering ordinance adopted
2010 Safety Enhancement Zones amended - Halloween & St. Patrick's Day added
2011 Neighborhood Wellness - Major City Goal
2012 Neighborhood Services Specialists - neighborhood code enforcement
2013 Neighborhood Wellness/Community Civility Working group formed
2013 Neighborhood Officer Program
2013 Improvements made to Clean-Up Week: “couch burning is arson” campaign
2013 Neighborhood Wellness - Major City Goal
2013 Safety Enhancement Zones amended – Start of School added
Historical Timeline
2015 Civility Report Completed & Presented
2015 CPPD and SLOPD MOU signed granting CP admin citation authority 1 mile off campus
2015 Unruly Gathering ordinance amended
2015 Neighborhood Wellness - OIO
2016 RHIP Launched (repealed 2017)
2017 Party Registration Pilot Program
2018 Party Registration made permanent
2019 Lowest number of NSPY complaints (since 1999 data collection)
2020 Then, the pandemic. Boooooooooooo.
2020 Pandemic Response – COVID SEZ adopted, public health citations, no DACs, no party reg
2021 COVID SEZ ended on July 1, 2021
2024 SEZ amendments adopted in Jan. for St. Patrick’s Day and Halloween
2025 St. Pat’s neighborhood enforcement & concert production
Cal Poly – Off Campus Programs Coordinator position, eliminated in 2018 pandemic, restored in
2023 as Off Campus Housing Coordinator
Cal Poly utilizing Code of Conduct to address off-campus criminal incidents
SLO Days presentation opportunities granted to City staff to share safety, crime prevention and
behavior expectations with all incoming students
Communication plans implemented for each academic year to help guide the streams of information
on Safety Enhancement Zones (SEZ), crime prevention, blight and Clean Up/Move Out Week
Focused presentations to ASI, FSL boards, and Housing re: SEZs and party registration
Educated Renter Program – coordinated by CP Off Campus Coordinator
Cal Poly completed yakʔitʸutʸu, bringing the on-campus housed students to +8000
Risk Management training – all FSL students required to complete
Fall 2025 – Off campus living presentation by SLOPD to half IFC chapters (2nd half Winter 2026)
Partnership, Programs & Outreach
NSPY Year to Year Comparison
*Pandemic Response – no DACs b/t April 2020 and July 2021, no party reg
Year NSPY Citation DAC
2015 1779 448 235
2016 1571 472 223
2017 1483 456 209
2018 1439 363 204
2019 1228 376 149
2020*1518 96 337
2021*1417 146 143
2022 1409 144 153
2023 1408 205 194
2024 1422 180 336
2025 1511 260 328
Month 2024 2025
Jan 115 112 -3%
Feb 142 157 11%
Mar 129 138 7%
Apr 103 134 30%
May 156 220 41%
Jun 141 103 -26%
Jul 45 42 -7%
Aug 57 52 -9%
Sep 141 173 23%
Oct 199 207 4%
Nov 134 128 -4%
Dec 60 44 -27%
Total 1422 1510 6%
Yr % Chg 6%
NSPY Month to Month Comparison
2025 NSPY by Month
112
157
138 134
220
103
42
52
173
207
128
44
13
45
33 33 40
14
4 0
13
38
24
3
28 22
8
22
44
27
7 14
46
70
35
5
0
50
100
150
200
250
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Noise Party Calls Citations Disturbance Advisement Warning
Party Registration
YEAR SUBMITTED APPROVED DENIED*WARNING
CALL CITATION
2017 35 24 11 5 0
2018 115 99 27 9 1
2019 339 242 91 38 3
2020**36 33 6 1 0
2021**257 169 88 23 4
2022 460 332 119 34 14
2023 480 339 141 49 5
2024 442 304 138 51 7
2025 453 353 100 50 6
*Reasons for Denial: premised properties, late applications, ineligible dates, live band/DJ
**Party Reg suspended during COVID Safety Enhancement Zone
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
NSPY 1999 - 2025
YEAR NSPY
1999 2508
2000 2930
2001 3025
2002 2745
2003 3123
2004 2630
2005 2750
2006 2862
2007 2896
2008 2848
2009 2584
2010 2238
2011 2013
2012 1644
2013 1729
2014 1841
2015 1779
2016 1571
2017 1483
2018 1439
2019 1228
2020 1518
2021 1417
2022 1409
2023 1408
2024 1422
2025 1511
Then & Now
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Monday, January 12, 2026 3:09 PM
To:Marx, Jan; Scott, Rick; Courtney Leigh Kienow; Jason Mockford; Joy Pederson; Steffanie
Medina; Samantha Watkins; Symens, Sadie; Hermann, Greg
Subject:Community Mediation Update
Hi all,
I’m providing a quick update on the community mediation program that we are looking to revamp and restart in
the future. Greg, Jason and I met last week to work on a “hopes and dreams” scope and we have a solid draft
in the works. We will be refining it to reflect what we believe will be program “must haves” and program “nice to
haves”. The three of us will meet again briefly to confirm the edits and then we will take the draft scope back to
our respective institutions for review. We will meet again with the larger group at a later date.
After further discussion, we also acknowledge that as Samantha and Steffanie may be involved in the delivery
of services with the newly resurrected program, that it is best to have them not attend meetings as we navigate
through determining scope and ultimately going out to RFQ/RFP. I so appreciate the history and perspective
they have both provided up until this point. Their dedication to our community is second to none and I am
grateful for their guidance.
Many thanks,
Christine Wallace
Police Public Affairs Manager
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
E cwallace@slocity.org
T 805.781.7186
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Monday, January 12, 2026 3:49 PM
To:Wallace, Christine
Subject:Re: Community Mediation Update
Sounds just right. Thanks Christine!
Best,
Courtney
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:09 PM
To: Marx, Jan <jmarx@slocity.org>, Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>, Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Jason Mockford <jmockfor@calpoly.edu>, Joy M. Pedersen
<jmpeders@calpoly.edu>, Steffanie Medina <steff@flow-llc.com>, Samantha Watkins
<sam@solvecm.com>, Symens, Sadie <ssymens@slocity.org>, Hermann, Greg
<GHermann@slocity.org>
Subject: Community Mediation Update
Hi all,
I’m providing a quick update on the community mediation program that we are looking to revamp and restart in
the future. Greg, Jason and I met last week to work on a “hopes and dreams” scope and we have a solid draft
in the works. We will be refining it to reflect what we believe will be program “must haves” and program “nice to
haves”. The three of us will meet again briefly to confirm the edits and then we will take the draft scope back to
our respective institutions for review. We will meet again with the larger group at a later date.
After further discussion, we also acknowledge that as Samantha and Steffanie may be involved in the delivery
of services with the newly resurrected program, that it is best to have them not attend meetings as we navigate
through determining scope and ultimately going out to RFQ/RFP. I so appreciate the history and perspective
they have both provided up until this point. Their dedication to our community is second to none and I am
grateful for their guidance.
Many thanks,
Christine Wallace
Police Public Affairs Manager
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
E cwallace@slocity.org
T 805.781.7186
slocity.org
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From:Scott, Rick
Sent:Friday, January 9, 2026 8:08 AM
To:Collins, Scott
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Harris, Randy; Hermann, Greg; rplastin@calpoly.edu; Courtney
Leigh Kienow; Wallace, Christine
Subject:UPDATE: Student Pedestrians Struck by Hit and Run Driver
Importance:High
BCC CC:
Team,
We have an important update on this case from our work overnight. Investigators developed a suspect driver
who is believed responsible for the felony hit and run of the two Cal Poly students.
At approximately 2:30AM pursuant to our ongoing field investigation, we received a tip which led us to the 3000
block of McCollum Dr. where the suspect vehicle was recovered and the driver, 20-year-old Ishan Satyen
Pandhare, also a Cal Poly student, was located and taken into custody for felony hit and run.
Upon further investigation we have not determined that Pandhare struck any other vehicles after hitting the two
students and he did not appear to be under the influence at the time of arrest.
The two victims are still in the hospital and in stable condition with broken bones, with one victim requiring a
surgery.
The department will likely have an outbound media release later today. A special thanks to Cal Poly PD who
assisted our investigation throughout the night and into this morning.
Thank you,
Rick Scott
Police Chief
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
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T 805.781.7256
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From: Scott, Rick
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:02 PM
To: Collins, Scott <SCollins@slocity.org>
Cc: McDonald, Whitney <WMcDonal@slocity.org>; Harris, Randy <rharris@slocity.org>; Hermann, Greg
<GHermann@slocity.org>; rplastin@calpoly.edu; Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Student Pedestrians Struck by Hit and Run Driver
BCC CC:
Leadership Team,
I need to inform each of you about a very serious incident that occurred late this evening after Farmer’s
Market, two female Cal Poly students were walking in the roadway of the 175 block of Crandall. The suspect
vehicle, possibly a gray Tesla struck the two students and fled the scene without stopping to render aid or
notifying authorities.
Both students sustained moderate to serious injuries and were transported to the hospital to receive
emergency care. Witnesses reported the vehicle being driven erratically and the driver likely under the
influence. In addition, reports were received that multiple parked vehicles in the area were also possibly struck
by this same vehicle.
The crash prompted a full police response which saturated the area, along with our partners from Cal Poly PD
to initiate an areawide search for the suspect vehicle. The Major Crash Investigation Team has been deployed,
and investigators are in the process of collecting a great deal of evidence and following some promising leads
for the person responsible for this horribly senseless crime. Roadway closures are underway, but unlikely to
have any significant effect on area traffic flow.
Please let me know of any immediate questions you may have.
Thank you,
Rick Scott
Police Chief
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
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T 805.781.7256
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Friday, January 9, 2026 6:59 AM
To:Scott, Rick
Subject:Re: Student Pedestrians Struck by Hit and Run Driver
Thank you for letting me know. Greatly appreciate all of your and your teams efforts here.
Sent from my iPhone
On Jan 8, 2026, at 11:02 PM, Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org> wrote:
BCC CC:
Leadership Team,
I need to inform each of you about a very serious incident that occurred late this evening after
Farmer’s Market, two female Cal Poly students were walking in the roadway of the 175 block of
Crandall. The suspect vehicle, possibly a gray Tesla struck the two students and fled the scene
without stopping to render aid or notifying authorities.
Both students sustained moderate to serious injuries and were transported to the hospital to
receive emergency care. Witnesses reported the vehicle being driven erratically and the driver
likely under the influence. In addition, reports were received that multiple parked vehicles in the
area were also possibly struck by this same vehicle.
The crash prompted a full police response which saturated the area, along with our partners
from Cal Poly PD to initiate an areawide search for the suspect vehicle. The Major Crash
Investigation Team has been deployed, and investigators are in the process of collecting a great
deal of evidence and following some promising leads for the person responsible for this horribly
senseless crime. Roadway closures are underway, but unlikely to have any significant effect on
area traffic flow.
Please let me know of any immediate questions you may have.
Thank you,
Rick Scott
Police Chief
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1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Thursday, January 8, 2026 1:00 PM
To:Courtney Leigh Kienow; Michelle Crawford
Subject:RE: SCLC Topics
Sorry, my bad. CDD is working on creating a student-centric resource webpage that provides information on
CUPs and other topics that student residents may encounter.
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:41 AM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>; Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
The webpage highlighting where CUPs are? Or what webpage?
Sounds good to me to wait…
Best,
Courtney
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:27 AM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Subject: RE: SCLC Topics
I’m wondering if we want to hit pause on this for a month or two? Are we adding fuel to a fire with having this
as a topic for SCLC. I’m concerned that good information will be taken and potentially weaponized during the
meeting to further alienate students.
What if we waited and had Timmi or a rep come to share about the webpage they are developing for students
after it’s published?
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:20 AM
To: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
Timmi said she thinks she can frame the code enforcement - student related issues in a way that will be helpful if
desired from the group. It’s still early in the process but a lot is happening. Can talk through this more if you
want…
Best,
Courtney
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From: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:06 AM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>, Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
Thanks Christine! I will flag the budget for Marc in March or April.
Michelle Crawford
(SHE/HER/HERS)
Executive Director
Associated Students, Inc.
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0675
P: 805-756-2324
asi.calpoly.edu
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 9:38 AM
To: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>; Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: RE: SCLC Topics
Hi gals,
I’m on the agenda for next meeting; I’m doing my annual noise year in review slide deck. I’m excited to hear
how my data is wrong and that the neighborhoods are “hells kitchen, ground zero.”
Love the quarter to semester presentation. Whitney and Emily Jackson, our Finance department head have
been doing a budget presentation. I think that might be a good item though it might be too soon for the January
meeting.
Otherwise, I can’t recall what else was on our list from before.
CW
From: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:38 AM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
Oh sure, maybe take her temp to see if she would be willing and available. Thank you!
Michelle Crawford
(SHE/HER/HERS)
Executive Director
Associated Students, Inc.
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0675
P: 805-756-2324
asi.calpoly.edu
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From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:31:49 AM
To: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
I am meeting with Timmi at 9:15. Want us to brainstorm that one?
From: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 8:13 AM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
That’s the tricky part, last year it was consumed by Saint Patrick’s Day and the year before was the MOU.
We had on our brainstorming list Code Enforcement with Timmi? Not sure now is the time for that. Marc
is also planning on having someone from CP do a quarter to semester presentation next week.
Michelle Crawford
(SHE/HER/HERS)
Executive Director
Associated Students, Inc.
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0675
P: 805-756-2324
asi.calpoly.edu
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 8:59:01 PM
To: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>; Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: SCLC Topics
Hmmm… can you remind me the topics we’ve covered so far this year… master plan, Saint Patrick’s Day…
Can you look at topics from years past for ideas?
Neighborhood wellness is one but still too early for public discussion/consumption.
Best,
Courtney
From: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:08 PM
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To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: SCLC Topics
Hi friends,
I am working with Marc on the agenda for SCLC next week. Any hot topics on your radar that you think would be
timely to present?
Thanks and happy new year!
M
Michelle Crawford
(SHE/HER/HERS)
Executive Director
Associated Students, Inc.
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0675
P: 805-756-2324
asi.calpoly.edu
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From:Scott, Rick
Sent:Thursday, January 8, 2026 11:02 PM
To:Collins, Scott
Cc:McDonald, Whitney; Harris, Randy; Hermann, Greg; rplastin@calpoly.edu; Courtney
Leigh Kienow
Subject:Student Pedestrians Struck by Hit and Run Driver
BCC CC:
Leadership Team,
I need to inform each of you about a very serious incident that occurred late this evening after Farmer’s
Market, two female Cal Poly students were walking in the roadway of the 175 block of Crandall. The suspect
vehicle, possibly a gray Tesla struck the two students and fled the scene without stopping to render aid or
notifying authorities.
Both students sustained moderate to serious injuries and were transported to the hospital to receive
emergency care. Witnesses reported the vehicle being driven erratically and the driver likely under the
influence. In addition, reports were received that multiple parked vehicles in the area were also possibly struck
by this same vehicle.
The crash prompted a full police response which saturated the area, along with our partners from Cal Poly PD
to initiate an areawide search for the suspect vehicle. The Major Crash Investigation Team has been deployed,
and investigators are in the process of collecting a great deal of evidence and following some promising leads
for the person responsible for this horribly senseless crime. Roadway closures are underway, but unlikely to
have any significant effect on area traffic flow.
Please let me know of any immediate questions you may have.
Thank you,
Rick Scott
Police Chief
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
E rscott@slocity.org
T 805.781.7256
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Wednesday, January 7, 2026 8:59 PM
To:Michelle Crawford; Wallace, Christine
Subject:Re: SCLC Topics
Hmmm… can you remind me the topics we’ve covered so far this year… master plan, Saint Patrick’s Day…
Can you look at topics from years past for ideas?
Neighborhood wellness is one but still too early for public discussion/consumption.
Best,
Courtney
From: Michelle Crawford <mcrawf02@calpoly.edu>
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:08 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: SCLC Topics
Hi friends,
I am working with Marc on the agenda for SCLC next week. Any hot topics on your radar that you think would be
timely to present?
Thanks and happy new year!
M
Michelle Crawford
(SHE/HER/HERS)
Executive Director
Associated Students, Inc.
California Polytechnic State University
1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0675
P: 805-756-2324
asi.calpoly.edu
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Wednesday, December 17, 2025 1:26 PM
To:Wallace, Christine
Subject:Re: Fireworks
Thank you!!
Best,
Courtney
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Re: Fireworks
Howdy,
Please reach out to Marjoire Menesez, Records Supervisor mmenesez@slocity.org and cc Amoroso. I’m
not sure if she can isolate neighborhoods in a report but if she can, she will. :)
Thanks!
CW
On Dec 17, 2025, at 12:19 PM, Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu> wrote:
Hi Christine,
Hope you’re well!
Are you able to share with me or point me in the direction of the right person to find out how many
calls for service you all receive each year regarding fireworks in neighborhoods (not the big ones
from Blues or Cal Poly/other events)? And if there was a way to see a timeline of concentrated
violations, that would help too. I’m trying to understand both the scale of the problem and if it is
concentrated around any particular events.
No rush on this. Thanks!
Warmly,
Courtney
Courtney Kienow
pronouns she/hers (why is this important?)
Director of Community Relations and Economic Development
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Strategic Initiatives and Advocacy
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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office 805-756-6000
direct 805-756-6098
www.calpoly.edu
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Tuesday, December 9, 2025 8:31 AM
To:Scott, Rick; Marx, Jan; Hermann, Greg; Symens, Sadie; Courtney Leigh Kienow; Jason
Mockford; Courtney Leigh Kienow; Joy Pederson; genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu;
Samantha Watkins; Steffanie Medina
Subject:Agenda - Community Mediation
Attachments:Community Mediation 12.9.2025.pdf
Morning,
Please find attached to this email the agenda for today's meeting at 1pm in the Council Hearing room at City
Hall.
Many thanks,
Christine Wallace
Police Public Affairs Manager
Police Department
1042 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-2729
E cwallace@slocity.org
T 805.781.7186
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Community Mediation
December 9, 2025
Purpose:
-To identify the community needs for mediation services and pathway to providing
those services
1.Why we are here:
a.Creative Mediation/SLO Solutions background
b.Is there a continuing need for these services in our community
c.Law School opportunity
2.What are our hopes for mediation services:
a.City
b.Cal Poly
c.Cuesta
3.Next steps:
a.Establish working group to draft a scope of services and determine
procurement process
b.Return to this group with a recommendation on how to move forward
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Saturday, November 8, 2025 11:58 AM
To:Samantha Watkins; Steffanie Medina; James, Dillon
Cc:genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu; Jason Mockford; Joy Pederson; Scott, Rick; Symens,
Sadie; Hermann, Greg; Wallace, Christine; Hopkins, Tiffany; Christiansen, Lindsay
Subject:Re: Rescheduling Community Mediation Meeting
Hi!
Of the times that haven’t been ruled out by others, I can do the 9th at 1 and open for the entire time on the 8th.
From: Samantha Watkins <
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 1:51 PM
To: Steffanie Medina <steff@flow-llc.com>, Dillon James <djames@slocity.org>
Cc: genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu <genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu>, Jason Mockford
<jmockfor@calpoly.edu>, Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Joy M. Pedersen
<jmpeders@calpoly.edu>, Rick Scott <rscott@slocity.org>, Sadie Symens <ssymens@slocity.org>, Greg
Hermann <GHermann@slocity.org>, Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>, Tiffany Hopkins
<thopkins@slocity.org>, Lindsay Christiansen <lchristi@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Rescheduling Community Mediation Meeting
Hi Dillon,
Thank you for doing this! I think Steff meant that she is Unavailable on the 17th. I’m also not available
that day. The 9th works best for me. If we need to have it on the 8th, I can likely make it work if it’s after
10:30.
Sam
Samantha Watkins
Owner/Manager
Solve Consulting and Mediation, LLC
805.440.3154
From: Steffanie Medina <
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
To: Dillon James <djames@slocity.org>
Cc: sam@solvecm.com < , genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu
<genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu>, Jason Mockford <jmockfor@calpoly.edu>, Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>, Joy Pederson <jmpeders@calpoly.edu>, Rick Scott <rscott@slocity.org>,
Sadie Symens <ssymens@slocity.org>, Greg Hermann <GHermann@slocity.org>, Christine Wallace
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Subject: Re: Rescheduling Community Mediation Meeting
Hi Dillon,
Thanks so much for coordinating the rescheduling of this meeting.
Unfortunately, I am available on the 17th. Of the alternates you offered, Dec 9th works well. I could also
probably make Dec 8th work if needed. I am unavailable Dec 3rd after 3:30 as well as Dec 22nd.
Thanks again!
Steff
Steffanie Medina, MA
Owner/Manager
Flow, LLC
(805) 202-8539
Steff@flow-llc.com
On Nov 5, 2025, at 3:23 PM, James, Dillon <djames@slocity.org> wrote:
Hi all,
Circling back to get our Community Mediation meeting rescheduled. Everyone on this email
was part of the original invite. I did some initial calendaring work, and it looks like 11/17 at
10:30am happens to work well for most of us on the City side. Would that particular date and
time work well for everyone else on this thread?
If that specific timeslot does not work, here are some options that also appear to be available,
as of this afternoon:
12/3: after 3:30pm
12/8: 9:30am-12:00pm
12/9: 1:00pm-3:00pm
12/22: 9:30am-12:00pm
Please let me know if none of these work and I will go back to the drawing board.
Thanks!
Dillon James
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From:Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent:Friday, October 17, 2025 11:41 AM
To:McDonald, Whitney; Hermann, Greg; Collins, Scott; Tuggle, Todd; Scott, Rick; Tway,
Timothea (Timmi); Floyd, Aaron
Subject:FW: Cal Poly News — Media Alert — Oct. 17, 2025
Bcc: SLO City Council
Dear Mayor Stewart and SLO City Council Members,
Thank you for taking the time to tour the build site for the new Cal Poly student housing development in Southern
California last week. I thought you’d appreciate the exciting media release shared below.
Best,
Courtney
From: communic-a-c-request@calpoly.edu <communic-a-c-request@calpoly.edu> on behalf of Matt
Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Date: Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:31 AM
To: Matt Lazier <mlazier@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Cal Poly News — Media Alert — Oct. 17, 2025
Cal Poly News Media Alert for Friday, Oct. 17, 2025
All News is for Immediate Release
1. MEDIA ALERT — Cal Poly to Begin Modular Stacking for New Student Housing on Oct. 22
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Matt Lazier
Assistant Vice President for Communications and Media Relations
University Communications and Marketing
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Contact: Kassidy Church
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MEDIA ALERT — Cal Poly to Begin Modular Stacking for New Student Housing on Oct. 22
What: Cal Poly is beginning the modular stacking phase for Building A of the university’s new student housing
program. This milestone marks the visible start of the vertical build. A public viewing platform near Fremont
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Hall will allow community members to safely watch the progress, and a live camera feed will be available
online.
When: Stacking begins Oct. 22 and will continue through the late January. Heaviest activity is expected in mid-
to late November.
Where: Public Viewing Platform near Fremont Hall, Cal Poly
Online: Live camera feeds and other project information is available at the project’s website:
https://afd.calpoly.edu/facilities/planning-capital-projects/project-news/housing-program/.
More Information: Cal Poly is undertaking a $1.2 billion program to add more than 3,000 new beds to its
University Housing portfolio and renovate several existing residential halls. The new construction is the first
major modular housing project at Cal Poly, showcasing an innovative and sustainable approach to student
housing construction. The project will provide much-needed residential space for students and is a significant
milestone in the university’s commitment to housing all student enrollment growth on campus.
# # #
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Friday, October 17, 2025 5:17 PM
To:Courtney Leigh Kienow
Subject:RE: 2026 dates
Amazing thank you!
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Friday, October 17, 2025 4:40 PM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: 2026 dates
Hi! Yes:
Fall 2026 term begins on August 24, 2026.
Move-in dates have not yet been released but I would imagine they’ll be the week before.
Best,
Courtney
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 4:14 PM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: 2026 dates
Hi, do you have the 2026 dates for housing move in and first day of school? Basically I gotta plan Lake Tahoe
around it. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏
Thanks,
Christine Wallace
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Thursday, October 16, 2025 10:32 AM
To:Courtney Leigh Kienow
Subject:RE: Help
Okay great. I can’t send the e-version, the MC makes me send it by snail mail. Yes, it was a DAC so next one
would be $350, unless it was during a safety enhancement zone.
Thank you!
CW
From: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Sent: Thursday, October 16, 2025 10:30 AM
To: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Subject: Re: Help
Hi!
Yes, that works. If you can also send it electronically to me, I can forward it on to the right people for broad
awareness. This was a DAC? So next violation Partners would also receive a citation for $350?
Best,
Courtney
From: Wallace, Christine <cwallace@slocity.org>
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:20 AM
To: Courtney Leigh Kienow <ckienow@calpoly.edu>
Subject: Help
Hi,
For the apartments that are owned in San Luis Ranch, the County Assessors office shows Cal Poly Corp as
the owner/contact. There was a noise violation at one of the apartments, is it best to send to “Cal Poly Corp” at
1 Grand Ave. or is there a person I can attach the notification to?
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Thursday, October 9, 2025 8:37 AM
To:Samantha Watkins; genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu; Scott, Rick; Steffanie Medina; Jason
Mockford; Courtney Leigh Kienow; Joy Pederson; Symens, Sadie
Cc:Hermann, Greg
Subject:Community Mediation - agenda
Attachments:Community Mediation Agenda 10.9.25.pdf
Good morning,
Please find attached to this email the agenda for today’s meeting re: community mediation.
Best,
Christine Wallace
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Community Mediation
October 9, 2025
Attendees:
- Rick Scott, SLOPD
- Christine Wallace, SLOPD
- Sadie Symens, City Attorney’s OƯice
- Jack DePuy, Cuesta
- Courtney Kienow, Cal Poly
- Jason Mockford, Cal Poly
- Joy Pederson, Cal Poly
- SteƯ Medina, Flow
- Samantha Watkins, Solve Consulting and Mediation
Purpose:
- To identify the community needs for mediation services and pathway to providing
those services
1. Why we are here:
a. Creative Mediation/SLO Solutions background
b. Is there a continuing need for these services in our community
c. Law School opportunity
2. What are our hopes for mediation services:
a. City
b. Cal Poly
c. Cuesta
3. Next steps:
a. Establish working group to draft a scope of services and determine
procurement process
b. Return to this group with a recommendation on how to move forward
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Thursday, October 9, 2025 10:23 AM
To:Samantha Watkins; genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu; Scott, Rick; Steffanie Medina; Jason
Mockford; Courtney Leigh Kienow; Joy Pederson; Symens, Sadie
Cc:Hermann, Greg; James, Dillon
Subject:RE: Community Mediation - agenda MEETING TO BE RESCHEDULED
Importance:High
Hi everyone,
Unfortunately, it appears many schedule conflicts have arisen which don’t allow for the level of discussion and
feedback needed. Please be on the lookout for a re-schedule request coming soon.
Many thanks,
Christine Wallace
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From: Wallace, Christine
Sent: Thursday, October 9, 2025 8:37 AM
To: Samantha Watkins <sam@solvecm.com>; genevieve_depuy@cuesta.edu; Scott, Rick <rscott@slocity.org>; Steffanie
Medina <steff@flow-llc.com>; Jason Mockford <jmockfor@calpoly.edu>; Courtney Leigh Kienow
<ckienow@calpoly.edu>; Joy Pederson <jmpeders@calpoly.edu>; Symens, Sadie <SSymens@slocity.org>
Cc: Hermann, Greg <GHermann@slocity.org>
Subject: Community Mediation - agenda
Good morning,
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Please find attached to this email the agenda for today’s meeting re: community mediation.
Best,
Christine Wallace
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From:Wallace, Christine
Sent:Monday, October 6, 2025 4:49 PM
To:Seth Herschel Murawsky; Elizabeth Aiello-Coppola; Celeste Nicole Constancio; Joy
Pederson; Jason Mockford; Sarah Joann Bacio; Courtney Leigh Kienow; Nona L.
Matthews; IHC President; ASI President; Melissa Allison-Bullock; Michelle Crawford;
Andre Alver Sillas; Jen Hawkinger
Cc:Dickel, Jason
Subject:Halloween Safety Enhancement flyer
Attachments:SLO016 - Halloween 25 8-5x11 PRINT.jpg; Halloween SEZ IG 2025.jpg
Hello Campus Partners,
Attached to this email is the flyer and social square for the upcoming Halloween safety enhancement zone. I
have dropped off hard copies of the flyer to Housing and Student Affairs. Please consider distribution of these
electronic copies to your student groups and constituents.
I will start a paid social ad for Instagram on Monday, October 20th to run for the two full weeks. The target
audience will be 18 to 24 so if you don’t see it, that will be on account of your DOB. 뇤눎눐눑눒눏 Please feel free to pop
on into the @slo_police account and share it to stories of accounts you manage directly.
Off-campus neighborhoods will be receiving a large postcard with this information. The distribution will be on
Oct. 20th as well and will reach 6000+ residential households.
Thanks in advance for helping get the information to students and please let me know if you have any
questions.
Best,
Christine Wallace
Police Public Affairs Manager
Police Department
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