St. Patrick's Day Safely

We’re almost to the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!  Until we can get more of our community vaccinated, however, please play it safe this St. Patrick's Day and keep your jigging distanced and masks on. #YourActionsSaveLives #EndThePandemic #AlmostThere

Vaccines

The vaccine appointment registry system is live for all eligible community members, which now includes:

• SLO County residents age 65 and older, 
• Education and childcare providers           
• Public transit employees
• Janitorial service employees
• People ages 16-64 deemed at high risk due to medical conditions

10,000 vaccine appointments are available the week of March 22. Eligible individuals can register online at Recoverslo.org/vaccines.

American Rescue Plan

The American Rescue Plan for COVID-19 relief has created new avenues for aid for individuals, families and businesses, including:

• Federal stimulus checks - Single adults who reported $75,000 or less in adjusted gross income on their 2019 or 2020 tax return will receive the full $1,400 payments, as will heads of household who reported $112,500 or less. Couples filing jointly who earned $150,000 or less in adjusted gross income will receive the full $2,800.  
  
• Restaurant Revitalization Fund - Eligible entities include a restaurant, food stand, food truck, food cart, caterer, saloon, inn, tavern, bar, lounge, brewpub, tasting room
• Shuttered Venue Operator grants - grants will be available soon for live venue operators or promoters, motion picture theater operators, theatrical producers, live performing arts organization operators, relevant museum operators, zoos and aquariums who meet specific criteria. 

COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act 

Local tenants and landlords can now apply for rental assistance through the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program. The program clears some accumulated rental debt, keeps the hardest-hit families in their homes, and is designed to lead to an equitable economic recovery. 

• Landlords can get 80% of unpaid rent if they forgive the other 20%
• Tenants can get 25% of unpaid rent
• Applies to April 2020-March 2021
• Paying 25% can help prevent eviction
• Eviction protections through June 30, 2021
• Foreclosure protections through Sept 21, 2021

Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries

On Saturday, March 13, the State updated its guidance for wineries, breweries and distilleries that don’t serve food. With SLO County in the Red Tier that means wineries, breweries and distilleries can operate outdoors with modifications. These businesses must require reservations, limit visits to no more than 90 minutes, regularly sanitize tables and surfaces, space tables at least six feet apart, and require use of face coverings by employees and guests (when not seated at their table). 

Updated Youth Sports Guidance for Spectators

Observers for youth sports (age 18 years and under) are limited to immediate household members who may observe practices and games as needed for age-appropriate supervision. No other observers, including scouts and college recruiters, are allowed.

• Age-appropriate supervision should be limited to a single adult (or immediate family member older than the sport participant).
• Observers should be limited to ensure physical distance can be maintained, reduce potential crowding, and maintain indoor capacity limits.
• Household groups must wear face coverings and stay at least 6 feet from non-household members.

SLO County Still in Red Tier

San Luis Obispo County remains in the Red Tier with an adjusted case rate of 6.2%, a positivity rate of 2.1%, and a health equity rate of 3.1%. In order to move into the less restrictive Orange Tier, we need a case rate between 1-3.9% (less than 4 new cases per 100,000 residents) and positivity and health equity rates between 2-4.9%. More details

COVID-19 Testing

SLO County was able to move into the Red Tier in part because we continue to test at a high level. If you have symptoms or have been exposed to COVID-19, please get tested immediately. 
 

Ayuda en Español

Si tiene preguntas sobre COVID-19, salud, asistencia financiera o vacunas, use los recursos que se enumeran a continuación.

• Línea Telefónica en Español/Mixteco: 805.363.0888
• Centro de Asistencia Telefónica COVID-19: 805-781-4280 o 805.543.2444. Domingo a sábado de 15:00 a 20:00
• Información de Médica: cfsslo.org
• Chatea con Especialistas de COVID-19: www.dignityhealth.org
• Asistencia Familiar: capslo.org
• Más

"Keep It Local" Gift Card Program

The City of Paso Robles has a program to encourage Paso residents to support their local businesses. See the participating businesses here. Businesses can apply for the program here.

Propane Assistance Program

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

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. Some of the restrictions and guidelines change frequently, it's important to stay up to date Details

Sign up for our COVID-19 email updates here.

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