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Vaccine Plan

Starting Monday, January 18, adults 75 years and older can get a COVID-19 vaccination by appointment at one of two clinics in SLO County, including one at the Paso Robles Event Center (fairgrounds). Schedule an appointment at www.RecoverSLO.org or by calling the County’s Phone Assistance Center at (805) 543-2444, which is now available 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

COVID Stats for SLO County

As of January 14, 2021, SLO County is reporting 2,856 active COVID-19 cases (over 1 in 100 residents countywide) and has reported 119 deaths since the start of the pandemic. 11,422 have recovered. 50 residents are currently in the hospital and 7 are in the ICU. There are currently 22 staffed ICU beds available in SLO County. Detailed statistics. County Public Health asks that SLO County residents continue to wear masks, limit mixing outside of your household, wash your hands frequently and practice physical distancing.

Testing Reminder

If you’re experiencing symptoms or think you may have been exposed, please get tested right away.

Paso Robles Event Center - Frontier Pavilion

2198 Riverside Ave

Paso Robles, CA 93446

Tests available Tuesday-Saturday from 7AM to 7PM.

If you need to register by phone, call 1-888-634-1123 or register online at emergencyslo.org/testing

Business Assistance

"Keep It Local" Program

The City of Paso Robles is pleased to announce the launch of a new promotion to encourage Paso residents to support their local businesses. The Paso Robles "Keep it Local" Gift Card Program is designed to generate additional sales revenue for local businesses and save residents money on local goods and services. The program encourages locals to buy full-value gift cards or certificates from Paso Robles businesses at a 20% discount and the City will then reimburse the 20% discount amount back to participating businesses up to $1,000 per business, equating to $5,000 in additional sales revenue per business. Businesses can apply for the program HERE. More details here.

Guide to Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Loans

As part of an end-of-year pandemic relief package, Congress has passed several changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and created a “Second Draw” PPP for small businesses who have exhausted their initial loan. Other changes impact eligibility for initial PPP loans, the loan forgiveness process, and the tax treatment of PPP loans. Read the guide

Childcare Supply Drive

The Economic Vitality Corporation of San Luis Obispo County, in collaboration with First 5 SLO County, Child Care Planning Council SLO County, and the Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, has established a COVID-19 relief supply drive that will run through January 27, 2021. This supply drive will benefit more than 290 local child care programs, licensed to serve over 6000 children, that are experiencing devastating losses and mounting costs due to the pandemic. See how you can help

For more financial resources visit prcity.com/coronavirus

Resident Assistance

Food Resources

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

Unemployment Insurance

In December 2020, the federal government passed legislation providing an additional 11 weeks of benefits. This is in addition to the additional 13 weeks of unemployment benefits that was part of the CARES Act. The legislation also includes a $300 per week supplement to unemployment benefits.

Apply for benefits through the Employment Development Department.

Eviction Protection

Available to anyone with a coronavirus-related hardship, like loss of or reduction income; prevents you from being evicted if you declare your hardship. Protection runs through February 1, 2021. Visit the state's Housing page to learn what your hardship declaration must include.

Rent is still due and evictions can still occur. You may benefit from additional city or county protections against eviction depending on where you live. Visit Housing is Key for more information.

Mortgage Assistance

Available to homeowners or landlords who own 3 or fewer residential properties. Prevents your property from being foreclosed on if declare a COVID-related hardship. Protection length varies depending on program. If you have a federally-backed mortgage, foreclosure protection is available through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. These protections last through January 1, 2023. Find more mortgage help and how to get it on the state's Housing page.

Utility Assistance

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. Report any water shutoff or reconnect issue at COVID-19 Water Shut-Off Complaint Report.

Stay Connected

COVID-19 Updates

Because of the dynamic nature of the changes being announced as California, SLO County and Paso Robles are working together to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and hasten the reopening of businesses. We have created a website that provides links to business and resident resources, County Public Health updates, volunteer opportunities, and more. Details

Sign up for our COVID-19 email updates here.

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