City of Paso Robles COVID-19 Update - July 31, 2020

Governor Newsom Announces New Supports for California Workers

Governor Gavin Newsom announced new safeguards for California workers who face the greatest risk of COVID-19, including support for employees; support for agricultural and farmworkers, to isolate and quarantine; a robust education campaign for workers and employers; and he has committed to working with the Legislature and key stakeholders to expand critical protections like paid sick leave. Details

Employer Playbook for a Safe Reopening

The State of California has released an employer playbook for reopening. The information and guidance provided offers residents and businesses the tools for navigating the requirements to maintain position in the current stage and move into the next. Additional guidance for specific industries and business sectors has been provided to help employers navigate reopening their business. For specific local guidance, contact the SLO County helpline at 805.543.2444.

Reopening Updates

COVID-19 Testing in SLO County

As demand for Covid-19 testing increases across the State, the San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department is asking residents to only get tested if they meet the criteria listed here. Should testing supplies and capacity increase, asymptomatic testing will again be offered. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, you can get tested at any of these locations.

School Waivers

On July 17, Governor Gavin Newson announced that if a county has been on the Monitoring List within the last 14 days, schools must conduct distance learning only.
San Luis Obispo County was added to the County Monitoring List on July 16, and remains on the list.
There is a single exception. Local health officers may grant a waiver to allow elementary schools to reopen in-person instruction if the waiver is requested by the district superintendent, in consultation with labor, parents and community-based organizations. Details

Paso Robles COVID-19 Resources

Eviction and Mortgage Relief

Renters impacted by COVID-19 in San Luis Obispo County are still protected from eviction until 90 days after the Governor lifts the COVID-19 State of Emergency. Mortgage relief is also available for rental owners.

City Updates

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

Wellness

Be Well Paso Weekly Challenge

The Be Well Paso Weekly Challenge is a tool to help Paso Robles residents stay healthy in body, mind and spirit. We hope that you’ll join us! Jump in and start whenever you’re ready.

If you’d like, please feel free to share your progress on your social media with #bewellpaso

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