HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/10/2026 Item 7a, January
Otta, Kaitlin
From:Kannyn January <kannyn@shopambiance.com>
Sent:Thursday, November
To:E-mail Council Website
Cc:lstandish@sloma.org
Subject: Council Meeting – Support for SLOMA Expansion Funding
Dear Mayor Stewart and Members of the City Council,
I am writing in support of the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art’s request for the remaining $2 million in
funding for its expansion.
As the owner of Ambiance, a business that has been part of Downtown San Luis Obispo since 1973, I
have seen firsthand how important it is to give people meaningful reasons to come downtown, spend
time here, and return.
Our downtown businesses depend on more than individual shopping trips. We depend on a vibrant
community that brings together shopping, dining, culture, and experiences. When people have multiple
reasons to visit downtown, everyone benefits.
SLOMA’s expansion represents exactly the kind of investment I believe our downtown needs. Expanded
exhibition space, an education center, a café, and a museum shop will create opportunities for residents
and visitors to spend more time in the heart of our city. And with admission remaining free, it will make
art and education accessible to everyone.
As a business owner, I am deeply invested in the long-term health of Downtown San Luis Obispo. We
need to continue creating a downtown that is not only economically viable but also a destination people
are excited to experience.
I recognize that $2 million is a significant commitment of public funds. But I also believe we need to look
beyond the immediate expense and consider the lasting cultural, educational, and economic value this
project can bring to our community.
SLOMA has already demonstrated its commitment to this city. I encourage the Council to continue that
partnership and approve the remaining funding needed to help bring this vision to life.
Thank you for your consideration and for your continued investment in the future of Downtown San Luis
Obispo.
Warmly,
Kannyn January
Owner, Ambiance Luxury Boutique
Downtown San Luis Obispo
shopambiance.com
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