The County of San Luis Obispo is one of the largest employers in the area with more than 2,800 individuals working to serve the community with pride to enhance the economic, environmental and social quality of life here. Established in 1850 as one of the original counties of California, the County has 23 departments all working collaboratively to provide essential services that benefit local citizens. Elected representatives, including a five-member Board of Supervisors, work with employees to create a safe, healthy, livable, prosperous and well-governed community.