COVID-19 Enforcement

At a Special City Council meeting on December 15, 2020 the Council adopted a plan for enforcement of business operations under the state's Stay at Home Order. 

Standard Operating Procedures for the plan will be announced and distributed after the holidays. 

The Council noted that the State’s Regional Stay at Home Order is still legally in effect and businesses operating in violation of it are doing so at risk of enforcement action from the State or County. 

County Reports More than 2,000 Active COVID-19 Cases

The County of San Luis Obispo yesterday reported the total number of active local cases at 2,050. This is the  highest number of active local cases reported since the pandemic began and is ten times higher than the number of active cases in the county at the beginning of November. Health officials report the surge in new cases reflects the “second generation” of cases spread during Thanksgiving holidays. 

The surge in cases mirrors patterns seen across the state. It threatens to overwhelm local health care capacity if it continues and is already straining local contact tracing capacity, with contact tracers struggling to quickly inform contacts of possible exposure. Anyone who has been in close contact (more than 15 minutes within six feet) with someone who tests positive for the virus should self-quarantine without waiting for a call from a contact tracer. 
Press Release (English)   Press Release (Spanish)

A Message from County Fire Chiefs on COVID-19

With the numbers of COVID-19 cases growing fast this holiday season, it has put a strain on our first responders.  This is a call by the fire chiefs of San Luis Obispo County for people to help them help you by following COVID-19 Guidelines and Restrictions. Watch the video

City Council Approves Economic Recovery Package

Council allocated $235,000 in General Funds for three economic recovery and business assistance measures:

• $60k for maintaining parklet infrastructure through June
• $100k for propane heating assistance
• $75 for Economic Recovery, such as a Buy Local campaign, micro-grants, or other measures as determined by local business input 

Possible Federal Relief Package

On Monday Congress passed a $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill that, if signed by the president, would include:

• $600 direct payment checks for every adult and child earning up to $75,000. 
• Unemployment benefits up to $300 per week through mid-March. 
• Rental assistance to help families pay their rent, and extends the eviction moratorium now in effect until Jan. 31.
• PPP Loans
• And more, read the entire bill

SLO County Hiring for COVID Support

The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking immediate support for the Public Health COVID-19 Response. We are currently filling temporary positions for experienced Clerical Support staff. To view the full job description, please click here. 

The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking immediate support for the Public Health COVID-19 Contact Tracing Team.  Bilingual in Spanish is highly desired. To view the full job description, please click here.

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.

Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms or who may have been exposed to COVID-19 can get tested at any of these locations. 

How do you feel about testing? Please take a short survey in English or Spanish.

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
• Loaves & Fishes
• Meals for Homebound Seniors

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.  

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.

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

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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For all Paso Robles COVID-19 information, click here. 

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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