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City of Paso Robles Newsletter for August 1-15, 2020


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On-street dining

Outdoor Business Options

The next phase of outdoor dining in Paso Robles is underway with the addition of new on-street dining on Park Street in front of Yanagi and Fish Gaucho; on Pine in front of Brunch, with a platform in front of Odyssey and Black Cat Bistro to follow. These newest outdoor business options augment others approved by Council during the pandemic, including Dining in the Park and the City’s Parklet Program.  See map

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Housing Element Update

The City of Paso Robles is updating its Housing Element during a public workshop on August 4, 2020. Its is a required Element of the General Plan that includes goals and objectives to achieve housing for all economic segments of the community, including affordable housing. The Housing Element Update requires significant public engagement and input from local stakeholders and residents. Therefore, the public’s participation during this meeting is highly encouraged.

Beechwood Virtual Open House

Beechwood Specific Plan Goes Back to Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed the project at its July 28 meeting and continued it to its August 11 meeting.

The 235-acre site is located in the southeast corner of the city; south of Meadowlark, east of Virginia Peterson Elementary, and north of Creston Road.    

If approved by the Planning Commission and City Council, the project would result in the development of 911 residential units, 5.6 acres of commercial and mixed-use development; an 8-acre public park; and 20 acres of open space.  
 

Project details

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Filing Period Open for 2020 City Council and Treasurer Election

On November 3, 2020, Paso Robles residents will have the opportunity to vote for two open Councilmember seats - one in District 3 and one in District 4. The position of City Treasurer is also up for election this year.  Each position serves a four-year term.  The period for filing Nomination Papers is July 13 – August 7, 2020. Details

COVID-19 Updates

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Roblans have always been competitive.

This fight is DNA vs RNA - Human vs Virus. If you live anywhere in the 93446 from Templeton to Creston to San Miguel to Heritage Ranch to downtown Paso Robles, you can help us slow the spread of this disease and bring our numbers down. We work together, play together, do business together - let's get serious and crush this curve together. Game on. 

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COVID-19 Updates

Because of the dynamic nature of the changes being announced as California, SLO County and Paso Robles help slow the spread of COVID-19 and reopen for business, we have provided links below to specific resources and news. Business and home resources, County Public Health updates, volunteer opportunities and more. Details

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Upcoming City Meetings, Forums, & Workshops


City Council Meeting and Housing Element Public Workshop
August 4, 2020, 6:30 PM, Virtual Meeting
More Details

Senior Citizen Advisory Commission Meeting
August 10, 2020, 1:30 PM @ Senior Center
More Details

Paso Robles Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting
August 10, 2020, 4:00 PM @ Centennial Park, Live Oak Room
More Details

Planning Commission Meeting
August 11, 2020, 6:30 PM, Virtual Meeting
More Details

Library Board Meeting
August 13, 2020, 9:00 AM @ City Council Chamber
More Details

Virtual Meetings Livestream

Paso Robles continues to livestream audio and presentations from City Council and Planning Commission meetings. To listen live and view the presentations for these virtual meetings, go to the City's YouTube channel here. If you would like to call with public comment during either meeting, know the item number(s) you'd like to comment on and call 805-865-PASO (7276). You will be able to listen to the meeting while you wait. City Council agendas. Planning Commission agendas.

Recreation Events & Classes 

Due to limited space, advance registration for all classes is strongly encouraged.  Please contact Paso Robles Recreation Services at
(805) 237-3988 or recservices@prcity.com.

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Nightscape Photography

Learn to shoot and process nighttime landscapes, star trails, the Milky Way galaxy and more during this new evening photography class with local photographer Sharon West. Class includes an introductory meeting on Wednesday, August 12 at Centennial Park, two Saturday evening on-location shooting sessions (August 15 and 22) and two virtual photo processing classes (Wednesday, August 19 and 26). $45 registration + $15 supply fee. Learn more and register here. 

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Toddler & Preschooler Virtual Yoga

Yoga comes to life during these fun and creative parent/caregiver participation classes designed to stimulate a young child’s growing curiosity. Playful yoga poses, animated breathing exercises and imaginative relaxation techniques teach little ones about their growing bodies. Ages 1-5, Wednesdays, August 12 - September 9 from 9:30-10 a.m.  $35 registration. Vanessa Orr/YaYa Yoga.  Learn more and register here.

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Jedi & Butterfly Creative Virtual Dance 

Jedi knights and butterflies join together virtually to enjoy the love of movement through dance, yoga, and music. Learn basic dance directionality, spins, balance, and simple dance counts through music rhythm in a fun, creative way.  Ages 3-6, Wednesdays, August 12 - September 9 from 4-4:30 p.m. $35 registration + optional $20 refundable prop fee.  Vanessa Orr/YaYa Yoga. 
Learn more and register here.

City Library Online 


For more information, call the Library at (805) 237-3870 or visit www.prcity.com/library, or the Library Facebook and Instagram accounts for updates.

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Book to Action Month

The Paso Robles City Library is pleased to present a special series of classes and events for community members. Engage in learning about housing insecurity through reading, discussion, and action. Funding provided by the California Center for the Book. Community partners include: Paso Robles Library Foundation, SLO Legal Assistance Foundation, Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo County. California Center for the Book is a program of the California Library Association, supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.

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August Food Drive

Throughout the month, take action to help alleviate hunger in our community. Donating is easy! Bring in unexpired items from the following list and place them in the bins provided:  1. Standard or larger sized cans of soup, chili, stew, fruits or vegetables. 2. Six-ounce or larger sized cans of meat, chicken, or seafood. 3. One pound or larger sized packages of dried rice or pasta. 4. Family-sized boxes of foods such as macaroni and cheese or add-hamburger entrees. Bring in 10 or more cans and receive a thank you gift from the Library. 

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Rosie: Film Discussion

Use hoopla Digital to access this film (rated PG-13) about a family facing housing insecurity.

egister to receive an invitation to join the ZOOM discussion on Wednesday, August 12, 7:00-8:00 pm.

Earn 5 SRP Drawing Tickets! Registration required for all participants. For ages 16+.

Regular City Reports

Rainfall Totals

Downtown Ambassador Reports
Visitor Center Reports
Building Permit Reports
Community Development Project Reports
City Financial Reports

Other News

Paul Sloan

City Hires Economic Development Manager

The City of Paso Robles is welcoming Paul Sloan as its new Economic Development Manager. Mr. Sloan has roughly 20 years of experience in marketing, tourism management, and business development. As part of the FY 2020-21 budget process, City Council decided to bring the economic development function in-house given the economic impacts of the pandemic and the critical nature of economic response and recovery. Details

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Child Care Program Supply Distribution Event

Drive-through, no contact distribution of disinfectant, hand sanitizer, gloves, masks and hand soap. August 6 from 6-7PM at the Cuesta College North County Campus. 

Organized by the Child Care Resource Connection, Community Action Partnership of SLO. Details


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IWMA Grant Funding for Businesses

The San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA) has established a Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) Program. The TAGs can be awarded to businesses, government agencies, nonprofit groups, and institutions that want to promote, start and/or expand waste reduction and landfill diversion efforts. Details

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