Items of Interest on March 16 City Council Agenda

Items up for Discussion on the March 16, 2021 agenda include:

• Downtown parking program
• Downtown parklets
• Business Success Center/Sandbox
• Interim City Manager

Last Call - Roadway Safety Survey

The City is in the process of developing a Roadway Safety Plan. This plan will establish the framework and process for identifying and prioritizing transportation safety improvements. Please visit the website to learn about the effort and provide feedback. 

Senior Housing Openings

1-bedroom project-based voucher (PBV) wait list opening soon for Chet Dotter Senior Housing in Paso Robles. Apply online Tuesday, March 16 at 9:00 a.m. until Thursday, March 18 at 4:00 p.m. This is a non-smoking property reserved for seniors - must be 62 years old or older to apply. An email address is required for the online application. ONLY online applications will be accepted at www.haslo.org 

Advisory Board Openings

City Council is inviting residents to apply for one of the 4 open seats on various City advisory committees:

• Library Board of Trustees - Deadline to apply is March 31
• Senior Advisory Committee - Deadline to apply is March 31
• Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee - Deadline to apply is March 31

City Hiring Aquatics Staff

The City of Paso Robles is hiring seasonal staff for their 2021 Summer Aquatics Programs. Several positions are available at both of the City’s pools, including Lifeguards/Swim Instructors, Assistant Pool Managers and Pool Office Assistants.

Complete job descriptions and applications are now available at  www.prcity.com/278/Aquatics. The application deadline is April 12, 2021.

Virtual Meetings Livestream

The next City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30  PM. To listen live and view the presentations for this virtual meeting, go to the City's YouTube channel here.  If you would like to call with public comment during either meeting, know the item number(s) you'd like to comment on and call 805-865-PASO (7276). You will be able to listen to the meeting while you wait. City Council agendas. Planning Commission agendas.

Vaccines

• Anyone age 65 and older 
• Anyone age 16-64 who is at highest risk of serious COVID-19 illness or death due to severe health conditions  
• Education and child care workers  
• Emergency services workers 
• Food and agriculture workers  
• Health care and community health workers  
• Long-term care facility residents and staff 

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 provided links below to business and resident resources, County Public Health updates, volunteer opportunities, and more. Details

Sign up for our COVID-19 email updates here.

Line Dance

These beginning and intermediate classes offer country style line dancing plus music from many genres including country, top 40, hip hop, ballroom, blues, funk, Latin, Irish, swing and more. No partners needed.  Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m. in the Centennial Park gymnasium.  $50/10 punch pass. Classes begin Tuesday, 3/30.  

Paint Party: A Hopeful Heart

Sip lemonade while painting and enjoying seasonal music during this art class for ages four to adult. This month we'll be painting a rainbow colored heart using acrylic on canvas. Saturday, March 20 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the Centennial Park patio.  $10 registration fee (payable online) + $15 supply fee (payable to the instructor at class). $5 registration discount for additional family members. Learn more and register here.

Youth Evolution Spring Break Basketball Camp (Level 2/3)

Join Youth Evolution Basketball for a three day outdoor skills camp to help your child stay active and engaged in a safe environment. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 5-7 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on the Centennial Park basketball courts.  Ages 5-11. $100 ($10 sibling discount).
Details

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Courses

Designed for experienced swimmers who want to become Red Cross Lifeguards. Advanced skills and lifesaving techniques will be taught and tested. Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certifications will be awarded upon the successful completion of the course.  Session 1:April 5-8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Session 2: April 9-1, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Both classes will be held at Paso Robles Municipal Pool (534 28th Street). $100 (includes certificate fee).  Details

Library Book Group Reads: Big Girl Small Town by Michelle Gallen 

ZOOM Meetup: Thursday, March 18, 7-8PM 
Big Girl Small Town takes place in 2004 during the week after the funeral of Majella O’Neill’s grandmother, whose mysterious death shatters Majella's safe and predictable existence and makes her an object of fascination in the town. The title is available through the Black Gold Library System and the hoopla Digital platform. Registration is required for all participants to get information about ZOOM meetups. For ages 16+. 

Children’s Library Virtual Fun on Facebook

Mondays: Pre-school Storytime (3-6yrs) with Miss Melissa, 10:00 am  
Tuesdays: Try It! (all ages) with Miss Melissa, 4:00 pm 
Wednesdays: Animal Tales Story Time & Craft* (1st-5th grades) with Miss Frances, Wednesdays 2:30 p.m. 
*Craft kits available for pick up starting the Monday before. 
Thursdays: Mother Goose on the Loose (0-18mos) with Miss Carrie, Thursdays 9:00 am  
Fridays: Toddler Story Time & Craft* (1-3yrs)with Miss Cappy, Fridays 10:00 am  
*Craft kits available for pick up starting the Wednesday before. 
All on Facebook Live! 

Various Aquatics Positions

The City of Paso Robles is hiring seasonal staff for their 2021 Summer Aquatics Programs. Several positions are available at both of the City’s pools, including Lifeguards/Swim Instructors, Assistant Pool Managers and Pool Office Assistants. Full details

Dispatcher

Under general supervision, monitors and dispatches police and fire personnel; handles emergency calls and requests for assistance; receives and processes complaints; transmits critical data to appropriate personnel; maintains a variety of confidential records and reports; performs other related duties as required. This position will remain open until filled. Full details 

Police Officer (Academy Grad/Entry Level)

Under general supervision and in cooperation with the community, perform law enforcement and crime prevention work to provide for the safety of the public, including: Patrols a designated area of the City in a radio-equipped car, motorcycle, or on foot, for the prevention of crime and enforcement of traffic laws and regulations; directs traffic; prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and illegal incidents observed; apprehends and arrests criminals; performs other related duties as required or assigned. This is an ongoing recruitment. Full details

Questions about the California
Energy Code?

Energy Code Connect makes it easier for building professionals to use, comply with, and enforce California’s complex and ever-changing energy code. 
Find resources and trainings for public and private-sector building professionals, including:

• Personalized Support 
• Plan Review 
• Department Meetings 
• Field Visits 
• Training

Get customized code trainings for your team, online or in-person. 805.220.2991 or www.3c-ren.org. 

Senior Tax Assistance 

AARP-Tax Aide will be at the Senior Center Monday through Friday from February 1 through April 1 from 9 to 12 for drive up and drop off service only.  There will not be any in-person tax preparation.  No appointments will be taken. When you arrive, please stay in your car with your mask on.  A Tax Aide representative will meet you at your car window, give you forms to prepare, and take all your 2020 tax documents. Please do not come unless you have all your tax documents. When your tax return is ready in 7 to 14 days, you will be called and asked to return to sign and pick it up.  Please go to the Central Coast Free Tax website at ccfreetax.org for more information.

Translation Services Available

The City of Paso Robles is using a new translation service to help callers more quickly. The service allows City staff to easily connect to a third-party translation service via a conference call. The service has been in use by the Police Department for some time and will now be available to all departments when callers access the City’s information line at 805.227.7276. Read the Press Release o la  Noticia de Prensa. 

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