San Luis Obispo County is looking at a new way to bring a dependable water supply to its residents. Through desalination, salt is taken out of ocean water, making it safe enough to drink.

“It makes sense since we literally live ten miles from a gigantic body of water,” said Arroyo Grande resident Luke Pew. “So I guess it just as long as it's, safe to and consumable water I’d be for it.”

Desalination is one of the ways the county is looking to find a drought-proof water supply and they’re looking for community input through a virtual meeting.

The meeting on Monday, September 15 will offer community feedback on desalination and other methods to bring consistent water to the area.

Courtney Howard is the Water Resources Division Manager for San Luis Obispo County Public Works she says the

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