Emergency Alerts
Public Workshop for Uptown/Town Center
Jan. 24 is deadline to apply for Habitat homes in Paso
Habitat for Humanity will begin accepting applications on Jan. 24 for potential homeowners in nine Paso Robles homes.
Planning Commission seeks volunteers
Aviation Youth Program Scholarship Deadline Draws Near
Rural Paso to see road improvement work under way starting Jan. 3
City to consider adopting Annual Development Impact Fee Report
Supplemental Sales Tax Committee Seeking New Members
Golden Hill and Union Road Intersection Improvements
Health Department Offers Guidance for COVID-19 At-Home Testing
Community members testing positive are required to isolate for 10 days and should report results
Paso Robles Planning Commission Seeking Volunteers
Paso Robles Housing Authority Seeking Commissioners
New Tools Added to Paso Robles Library’s Employment Resources Toolchest
Be safe and drive sober this holiday season
The Paso Robles Police Department encourages everyone to have a holiday game plan that includes a designated sober driver.
60th Annual Christmas Parade 2021 Street Closures
City of Paso Robles
Open Seat on Downtown Parking Advisory Commission
Public Health Department to Host Pop-Up COVID-19 Rapid Testing Events
Paso Robles to Appoint New Assistant City Manager
School Board Seeking New Trustee
School Board Seeking New Trustee
Paso Robles Daily News
SLO County Residents Ages 5-11 Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccination
National Endowment for the Humanities COVID-19 Recovery Funding Available
Paso Robles City Council to discuss short-term rental program
Business community shows resiliency among ongoing COVID-related challenges
Paso Robles Participating in Central Coast Clean Campaign
City of Paso Robles
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - Election Redistricting
City of Paso Robles
Message from Paso Robles Fire Chief Stornetta Regarding COVID-19
Covid-19 Vaccination
Restauranteurs to Support ECHO’S Meal Program
Restaurants Support ECHO
SLO County Health Department Mandates Face Coverings Indoors for All
Paso Robles Moving Back to Virtual Public Meetings
Paso Robles Moving Back to Virtual Public Meetings
SLO County Health Department Urges All to Wear Masks Indoors
Paso Robles Appoints New City Manager
Community Emergency Response Training Available
Public Input Requested for City Redistricting Process
The City of Paso Robles will be considering possible changes to its four City Council election districts in advance of the 2022 election and is asking for resident input. The process will include four public hearings between now and April of 2022. The first public hearing will take place at 7:00 PM on August 3, 2021 during the regular City Council meeting.
Optimism in business community grows
Statewide Flex Alert Issued for Friday, July 9
State Extends Rent and Utility Relief through September 2021
Celebrate Responsibly! Fireworks prohibited in the City of Paso Robles.
COVID 19 Safety - Updated Guidance for California Workers
On Thursday, June 17 Cal OSHA adopted revised Emergency Temporary Standards, which govern COVID safety requirements in California workplaces, including the County. The new requirements will become effective by end of day Friday, June 18. The County’s revised safety protocols will be effective this Monday, June 21.
Life After June 15th - Beyond the Blueprint
As we emerge from this challenging season of life, we could not be more impressed by our community and honored to serve our incredible, local businesses.
Gina Fitzpatrick
Updated Face Coverings Guidance to Take Effect on June 15
CDPH released updated Guidance for Face Coverings to align with CDC Guidance, which will go into effect on June 15, when the state reopens its economy and moves Beyond the Blueprint.
SLO County Moves to Yellow Tier of State’s Blueprint
San Luis Obispo County has met the requirements to advance from the Orange Tier into the less restrictive Yellow Tier of the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, effective Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at 8 a.m.
"Keep It Local" Gift Card Program Ends on June 15 in Paso Robles
Buy your local gift cards now! The "Keep It Local" gift card program ends on June 15, to coincide with the potential re-opening of the state’s economy.
SBA Administrator Issues Statement on the Closure of Paycheck Protection Program
Today, U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzmanissued the following statement on the closure of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to new loan guaranty applications, which has provided over $798 billon in economic relief to small businesses and nonprofits across the nation, keeping employees employed and helping businesses come back stronger than ever.
Number Changes for COVID-19 Phone Assistance Center
San Luis Obispo County’s COVID-19 Phone Assistance Center (PAC) number is changing to 805-781-5500. This is the regular phone number for the Public Health Department.
SBA Launches ‘Community Navigator Pilot’ Program Application
$100 million competitive grant program to strengthen outreach to businesses in underserved communities enacted through the American Rescue Plan
SBA to Launch the $100 Million Grant Community Navigator Pilot Program
$100 million grant program enacted through the American Rescue Plan Act, which will provide counseling, networking and the assistance needed during this time of economic recovery to the nation’s smallest businesses.
Beyond the Blueprint Questions & Answers
Beyond the Blueprint Questions & Answers
Beyond the Blueprint for Industry and Business Sectors - Effective June 15
Beyond the Blueprint for Industry and Business Sectors - Effective June 15
Last Call: Administrator Guzman Announces Final Push for Restaurant Revitalization Fund Applications
Qualifying eating establishments should submit applications by the May 24th deadline
State Mask Guidance Remains in Effect in San Luis Obispo County
State, workplace and business rules continue to call for masking, especially indoors.
COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for SLO County Residents Age 12-15
Appointments available at County community clinics and local pharmacies
The SBA Funds 16,000 Restaurant Revitalization Fund Awards
First wave of approved restaurant applicants to receive vital American Rescue Plan funding just one week after the SBA opened for applications
SLO County COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
SLO County COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
County of San Luis Obispo to Close COVID-19 Mass Vaccine Clinics on June 4
Vaccine administration will continue through mobile, pop-up, and regular Public Health clinics
Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman Announces Initial Results of Restaurant Revitalization Fund
The SBA receives 186K applications; More than half of applications are from priority underserved business communities.
State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts
Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the most recent statistics on COVID-19 and updates on the state’s pandemic response.
County of San Luis Obispo Invites Applications to Host Mobile COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
The County of San Luis Obispo is now accepting applications for mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics. Organizations, businesses, and other groups are invited to apply to bring on-site vaccination for up to 200 people.
As California Surpasses 30 Million Vaccines, Governor Newsom Doubles Down on Efforts to Vaccinate Hard-to-Reach Communities
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a series of initiatives building on the state’s work to vaccinate California’s hard-to-reach communities against COVID-19, address vaccine hesitancy and drive innovative efforts in the communities hardest hit by the pandemic.
County Vaccine Clinics in Paso Robles and Arroyo Grande Now Accepting Walk-Ins
County of San Luis Obispo vaccine clinics in Paso Robles and Arroyo Grande are now offering the COVID-19 vaccine without an appointment.
Mobile Vaccine Clinics Can Now Come to YOU!
The County can now provide mobile vaccine clinics to come to your place of business for groups of 25-200.
Get the Facts on Vaccines
Three COVID-19 vaccines have been authorized by the FDA for emergency use given the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic. Understand the benefits and risks to help you decide which vaccine is right for you.
SLO County Resumes Administration of Safe, Effective Single-Dose Vaccine
SLO County resumes administration of safe, effective single-dose vaccine after thorough safety review by the CDC, FDA, and Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup
SLO County Moves to Orange Tier of State’s Blueprint
San Luis Obispo County has met the State’s metrics required to move from the Red Tier into the less restrictive Orange Tier of the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, effective Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 8 a.m.
SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Application Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Fund prioritizes direct relief to women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and includes $9.5 billion in set-asides for smaller businesses
SBA to Reopen Shuttered Venue Operators Grants for Applications on April 26 at 12 p.m. EDT
The U.S. Small Business Administration will reopen the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant application portal tomorrow, April 24, 2021, at 12:30 p.m. EDT for operators of live venues, live performing arts organizations, museums and movie theatres, as well as live venue promoters, theatrical producers and talent representatives to apply for critical economic relief.
SLO County Vaccine Clinics Administer 3,000+ COVID-19 Vaccines in Single-Day Record
More than one in every 100 SLO County residents received a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine yesterday at one of three County mass vaccination clinics.
SBA Launches Supplemental Targeted Advance for Small Businesses Hardest Hit by COVID-19
The U.S. Small Business Administration launched a new round of Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) assistance – called Supplemental Targeted Advances – on April 22, 2021 that will provide $5 billion in additional assistance to 1 million small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have been most severely affected by the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
SBA Announces First-of-Its-Kind Technology Initiative for Restaurant Revitalization Fund
SBA is proud to announce partnerships with Clover ®, NCR Corporation, Square, and Toast in this groundbreaking effort to provide a customer-centric approach to the delivery of relief funds.
Local Travelers Can Soon Get COVID-19 Tests at SLO County Regional Airport
New voluntary COVID-19 testing service is scheduled to begin May 2 for inbound and outbound travelers, tenants, and personnel at the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport
SLO County Residents Can Book COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Through My Turn
County Public Health Department phases out its own appointment registry, transitions to My Turn
State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts
Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the most recent statistics on COVID-19 and updates on the state’s pandemic response.
How to Protect Your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card
Public Health officials encourage community members to snap a picture of their record card in case it gets lost or misplaced, but protect the information it holds by not sharing that photo with others via websites, apps or text messaging.
Upcoming Fire Season
With the lack of seasonal rain this year, it is especially important that property owners reduce hazardous vegetation as soon as possible. Please clear all combustible vegetation, including dead leaves, weeds, brush, and tree limbs no later than May 1.
Governor Newsom Signs Legislation Supporting Workers Displaced by the COVID-19 Pandemic
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed legislation to create a statewide policy for the rehiring of workers laid-off by the pandemic, bolstering the state’s efforts to ensure an equitable recovery from the pandemic.
State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts
Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the most recent statistics on COVID-19, including updated data and tiers for reducing COVID-19 in the state under the Blueprint for a Safer Economy.
Updated Activity & Business Tiers for Fully Vaccinated Persons
Today, the state added an addendum to the Activity & Business Tiers Chart to provide businesses with opportunities to adopt higher capacities by increasing capacity limits in facilities or sections of facilities where all guests have been tested or are fully vaccinated.
County Public Health to Pause Administration of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
After 6.8 million doses administered, CDC pauses vaccine to investigate 6 cases of rare blood clot
Hospitality Days: Vaccine Appointment Slots Specifically Available for SLO County Hospitality Employees
In an effort to get hospitality workers vaccinated, Visit SLO CAL and the County are partnering to coordinate large blocks of free vaccine appointment slots specifically for the tourism community.
SLO County Residents Age 16 and Older Can Sign Up for County’s COVID-19 Vaccine Registry
Anyone age 16 and older is now eligible to sign up for the County’s COVID-19 vaccine registry.
County Officials Urge Residents to Proactively Book Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
As of April 2, nearly 62,000 people received a first dose at one of the County’s clinics and more than 24,000 are awaiting their second dose; these individuals should proactively book their second dose appointment when they are eligible.
Beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy
As we reach 20 million vaccines administered and COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations have stabilized, California is looking to move beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy to fully reopening our economy. On June 15, all industries across the state can return to usual operations with common-sense risk reduction measures such as masking and vaccinations.
Governor Newsom Outlines the State’s Next Step in the COVID-19 Pandemic Recovery, Moving Beyond the Blueprint
State aims to fully reopen on June 15, will continue to require masking and encourage all Californians to get vaccinated.
State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts
Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released the most recent statistics on COVID-19 and updates on the state's pandemic response.
State Updates Blueprint to Allow Additional Activities with Modifications to Reduce Risk
Updates to gatherings, receptions, conferences, and indoor live events and performances are effective April 15. California's framework for loosening and tightening restrictions is governed by the level of COVID-19 spread.
B.1.1.7 Variant Detected in San Luis Obispo County
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) notified the County of San Luis Obispo Health Agency that a county resident tested positive for the B.1.1.7 variant of COVID-19, also known as the UK variant.
County Adjusts Youth Sports Guidance to Align with State, Allows Some Observers
The California Public Health Department clarified yesterday its Guidance regarding who can observe youth sports, by releasing these Frequently Asked Questions. The County Public Health Department encourages all local youth sports organizations and schools to follow this updated guidance.
Applications Now Open for CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Program
Local tenants and landlords can now apply for rental assistance through the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program. The program clears some accumulated rental debt, keeps the hardest-hit families in their homes, and will lead to a more equitable economic recovery.
Breweries and Distilleries Can Resume Outdoor Operations Similar to Wineries
On Saturday, March 13, the State updated its guidance for wineries, breweries and distilleries that don’t serve food.
County Expands COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility to More Groups
More frontline workers and medically vulnerable residents can now get the vaccine in SLO County
CDC Releases New Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Individuals
Anyone who has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 now has new interim public health recommendations for safely visiting with each other or with unvaccinated people in private, non-healthcare settings, and how to approach isolation, quarantine and testing.
Tourism Officials and Labor Groups Call on Governor Newsom to Immediately Issue Guidelines for Business Meetings, Events and Conventions
In a letter to Governor Newsom released today signed by 134 tourism officials and labor groups, advocates said California is losing business and jobs to other states not just today but in 2022 and beyond because of the uncertainty caused by a lack of guidelines.
New Funding Rounds Announced for the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program
New Funding Rounds Announced for the California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program. Funding will support small businesses and non-profits that have struggled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cheers! The Red Tier is Here!
San Luis Obispo County Moves Back to the Red Tier on Wednesday March 3, 2021.
County Will Move to Vaccine Lottery System Next Week
Next week the county will switch to a lottery-based vaccine appointment system that requires people to register for vaccine appointments only once.
Governor Newsom Signs New Pandemic Relief Package
This week, Governor Newsom signed into law a comprehensive package of immediate actions that will speed needed relief to individuals, families, and businesses suffering the most significant economic hardship due to COVID-19.
COVID-19 County Vaccine Updates
Limited new appointments available tomorrow morning for residents age 65 and older to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine next week
Six COVID-19 Vaccine Myths: Fact or Fiction?
With the recent release of two COVID-19 vaccines, more misinformation is spreading online. County officials remind community members to look to trusted, credible sources for accurate information.
COVID-19 County Updates
People 65+ are now eligible to receive the vaccine, worship services to resume indoors at 25% capacity, SLO County may move into the Red Tier as early as next week.
Vaccine Appointments Available in San Luis Obispo for Next Week
Due to limited vaccine supply, the County is temporarily pausing operations at the Paso Robles and Arroyo Grande vaccine clinics next week. All appointments will take place at the Cuesta College location in San Luis Obispo from February 8 to February 12.
With Series of Winter Storms on Tap This Week, Stay Safe, Be Prepared and Have an Emergency Plan
Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) team of meteorologists is forecasting a series of winter storms over the next several days. PG&E is encouraging customers to be prepared and have a plan in case of weather-related power outages.
Regional Order Lifted - Back to Purple Tier
California Public Health Officials have lifted the Regional Stay at Home Order for all regions in California. Announced on Jan 25, San Luis Obispo County reverts back to the Purple Tier.
