Vaccines

Due to limited vaccine supply, the County is temporarily pausing operations at the Paso Robles and Arroyo Grande vaccine clinics next week. All appointments will take place at the Cuesta College location in San Luis Obispo from February 8 to February 12. Residents over 75 may still reserve a first-dose appointment online for next week at the SLO Vaccine Clinic at Cuesta College.  Book no-cost round-trip transportation to your appointment through RTA Runabout at (805) 541–2544

How to Get Back to the Red Tier

In order to move into the Red Tier and reopen more schools and businesses, we need to meet 4 public health metrics - case count, positivity rate, health equity and testing. SLO County is currently meeting 3 out of the 4 metrics, but our case counts are still too high. Once our case count gets below 7 new cases per day we can move into the Red Tier. Residents can help get our kids back to school and businesses opened by following the public health guidelines - limit gatherings, stay 6 feet apart, wear a face covering and wash your hands frequently. Detailed statistics

Super Bowl Safely

County health officials are asking residents to celebrate the Super Bowl safely this year. We saw a surge in cases after Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year. We cannot afford another surge after the Super Bowl. Let’s not fumble this. Celebrate virtually or with your household this year. Those who choose to gather are urged to do so responsibly “like a B.O.S.S.,” by keeping social gatherings Brief, Outside, Small and Symptom-free. It is also important to stay six feet away from others, frequently wash your hands, avoid shared food and beverages, and wear a face covering.

Possible School Reopenings

Elementary schools (grades K-6) that did not already open while were in the red tier and stay open since have the option to increase in-person instruction now that the SLO County’s COVID-19 case rate has fallen below 25 cases per 100,000. School changes will include smaller class sizes, increased cleaning and disinfection, handwashing stations, ventilation upgrades, mask wearing, and regular staff testing. Not all schools will choose to reopen, they must consult with staff, parents, and community organizations before deciding to offer in-person services. 
Schools serving 7-12 grade that had not already started in-person services when our county was in the Red Tier previously, may be eligible once our county returns to the Red Tier again.

Testing Reminder

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

Propane Assistance Program

• Must have a valid City of Paso Robles business license
• Businesses must certify COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions and adhere to the City of Paso Robles Fire Department’s guide for the safe use of portable gas-fired heaters
• Amount of reimbursement equal to 50% total expense, not to exceed $700/month
• Receipts dated January 1, 2021 - March 31, 2021 are eligible for reimbursement
• Receipts will be evaluated for reimbursement on a monthly basis. Forms must be completed in full with applicable documentation included and received before the 7th of the following month

"Keep It Local" Gift Card Program

The City of Paso Robles just launched 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 allows 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. See participating businesses here. Businesses can apply for the program 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

Food Resources

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

• PRJUSD
• Countywide
• Food Bank Calendar
• Loaves & Fishes
• Meals for Homebound Seniors

Eviction Protection

Mortgage Assistance

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.

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.

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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