Purple Tier Restrictions

On Thursday, December 10, 2020, the Paso Robles City Council voted to allow Paso Robles businesses to operate in accordance with the state's Purple Tier restrictions, rather than the Regional Stay at Home Order, at their own risk. Affected business sectors with links to Purple Tier guidance are listed below. 

• Bars, Breweries, and Distilleries - Closed where no meal provided, follow restaurant guidance where meal is provided 
• Gatherings - Outdoor gatherings only with modifications, max 3 households
• Gyms and fitness centers - Outdoor only
  with modifications  
• Hair salons and barbershops - Open Indoors
  with modifications
• Hotels and lodging - Open with modifications
• Movie theaters - Outdoor only with modifications
• Museums - Outdoor only with modifications
• Outdoor Playgrounds & Outdoor Recreational Facilities - Open with modifications
• Personal care services - Open indoors with modifications
• Places of worship - Outdoor only with modifications 
• Restaurants - Outdoor only with modifications
• Retail - Open indoors with modifications, max 25% capacity
• Shopping centers - Open indoors with modifications, max 25% capacity
• Wineries - Outdoor only with modifications

See all Industry-specific safety guidelines.

Caution - To safeguard our businesses and residents, PLEASE follow the COVID-19 prevention guidance below.  

COVID-19 Cases Are Increasing Across the County

San Luis Obispo County added 196 new positive cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, which marks the highest daily new case count since the pandemic began in March.

The county reported its second-highest daily tally, 186 new cases, on Saturday. There are now over 1,000 active COVID-19 cases in the county.

The SLO County Public Health Office is asking all county residents to please pay attention to COVID-19 prevention messaging (see below) to help keep our at-risk residents, emergency operations staff and employees in open sectors safe from this disease. 

Regional Stay at Home Order

Currently the state's Regional Stay at Home Order is set to expire on December 21, 2020. Residents and businesses in Paso Robles who prefer to follow the guidance in the order are welcome to do so. Council's decision to allow business to operate under Purple Tier restrictions, rather than the Stay at Home Order, is an emergency measure designed to protect local businesses from closure and local residents from losing their jobs and income. 

Quarantine Guidance

Based on local conditions, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department adopted a reduced COVID-19 quarantine for some people, based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  and California Department of Public Health. Beginning this week in San Luis Obispo County, close contacts of those with COVID-19 have two options for quarantine period from the last date of exposure: 14 days, or 10 days for those who are asymptomatic and don’t work in a high-risk setting.

COVID-19 Exposure Notification Tool

The California Department of Health and the California Department of Technology have launched a digital tool called CA Notify designed to notify Californians of their possible exposure to COVID-19. The free, mobile technology is now available to all Californians who wish to receive notifications informing them if they have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for the virus so they can take immediate actions around quarantine and testing.

COVID-19 Prevention

• Wear a cloth face covering
• Stay at least six feet from others
• Stay home when you are sick
• Avoid social gatherings
• Limit travel outside the county  
• Wash your hands
• Get tested

COVID-19 Testing in SLO County

The Paso Robles testing site is the only site in the county open on Saturdays. You can make an appointment here. If you need to register by phone, call 1-888-634-1123.

Due to increased testing capacity, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department is once again urging anyone with COVID-19 symptoms or who may have been exposed to COVID-19 to get tested at any of these locations. 

Feed Paso Program

Il Cortile Ristorante and La Cosecha Bar + Restaurant, in conjunction with PasoCares and ECHO have launched their Feed Paso campaign that will provide free meals to local homeless families and those in need during the holidays. Each time you order takeout at either restaurant, you will be asked if you want to contribute to the Feed Paso program. On your bill, you will be able to add $20 to feed a family of two, or $30 to feed a family of four.  

Business Support and Tax Relief

California and the federal government are providing broad assistance to small businesses and employers impacted by COVID-19. This includes:

• $500 million in grants. While the program is being created, please sign up here to receive an update when launched.
• Tax relief, including deferrals and credits
• Providing capital to the California Rebuilding Fund to support small business loans
• $50 million in state funding for the Small Business Disaster Relief Loan Guarantee Program and $50 million for the Small Business Loan Guarantee Program via IBank to provide loans to underserved small businesses
• Small Business Debt Relief for existing Small Business Administration (SBA) borrowers
• Federal small business stimulus programs like Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans
• State-supported small business centers that provide direct assistance from a local advisor
• Authorization for local governments to halt evictions for commercial renters

Tenant and Landlord Protections

Eviction moratorium
The statewide freeze on residential evictions has been extended through February 28, 2021. Renters in California who cannot pay their rent because of COVID-19-related hardships should know their rights and responsibilities. 

Mortgage foreclosure protection and relief
Small homeowners have been extended foreclosure protections in a state order passed August 31. Many banks and financial institutions have committed to providing relief for homeowners in California. Find out more about mortgage help and how to get it.

Avoiding utility shut-off
Many utility providers are not shutting off services due to non-payment. Check with the California Public Utilities Commission for more information. The Water Board restricts the shut off of water during the COVID crisis. Please use this form to report any water shutoff or reconnect issue.

Food Distribution in Paso Robles

North County food and pantry services, free meal sites for kids and resources for homebound seniors:

• Food Bank Calendar
• PRJUSD
• Countywide
• Grocery And Prescription Assistance
• Loaves & Fishes
• Meals for Homebound Seniors

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

All COVID-19 Information

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The most important thing you can do is Shelter at Home. Stay home. Save lives.  

For complete information and details, go to www.ReadySLO.org

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