Top COVID-19 News Items

Mobile Vaccine Clinic May 28

On May 28 from 1PM-7PM you can get a Johnson & Johnson vaccine and TACOS! The event takes place at the Oak Park 2 Community Center at 30th and Pine Streets in Paso Robles. Enjoy MUSIC - FOOD - RAFFLE. Open to the public. No appointments required. Walk ups welcome! Book your own mobile vaccine clinic

City Hall & Annex Reopening

On June 1, Paso Robles City Hall at 1000 Spring Street and the City Hall Annex at 821 Pine Street will reopen to the public for walk-in services, masks will be required. Public counter hours will be Monday-Thursday from 10am-12pm, 1pm-3pm. Community Development Permitting processes will remain paperless. Please contact Community Development with any questions at 805.237.3850 or building@prcity.com.

Vaccine Clinic Hours

Walk-ins welcome! Get the vaccine this week at one of three County-run vaccine clinics. These clinics will close June 4.

Hours this week at Paso Robles Event Center:
MON (5/17): 9 am - 3 pm
TUES (5/18): 9 am - 3 pm
Get more info at www.RecoverSLO.org/Vaccine

No Change in Mask Guidance

Following recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance related to masking for fully vaccinated people, the County of San Luis Obispo reminds residents and visitors that the State of California’s updated Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings remains in effect in California, including San Luis Obispo County. Masks are still required indoors.

SLO County Still in Orange Tier

San Luis Obispo County is currently meeting the State’s metrics to remain in the Orange Tier of the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy, allowing for some additional business sectors and certain activities to resume. Local businesses must follow all State guidance for their industry. Governor Newsom has indicated that the pandemic emergency restrictions may be fully lifted on June 15.

"Keep It Local" Program Ending

Buy your local gift cards now! The "Keep It Local" gift card program ends on June 15, to coincide with the potential re-opening of the state’s economy. This program is designed to generate sales revenue for local businesses and save residents money. Over 75 local businesses are participating in the campaign offering 20% discounts on full-value gift cards and certificates for a wide range of goods and services. See the participating businesses here.

Financial Resources

Emergency Broadband Benefit

Low-income households can now apply for the Emergency Broadband Benefit program to get online. The program provides $3.2 billion to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to provide a $50 monthly discount on in-home broadband service for eligible households, as well as a one-time $100 discount on a laptop, desktop, or tablet computer for those same qualifying households.

Rent Relief

If you have experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19, have past due rent or utilities, and have a household income that is not more than 80% of the area median income, you may be eligible to receive help to pay past due or future rent and utilities from the state of California. Go to HousingIsKey.com, or call 833-430-2122, and if eligible, apply.

SBA COVID-19 Relief Options

Created in 1953, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream. The SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency fully dedicated to small business and provides counseling, capital, and contracting expertise as the nation’s only go-to resource and voice for small businesses. COVID-19 portal

Local Business Assistance

THE SANDBOX Paso Robles

THE SANDBOX Paso Robles is a co-working, shared office & event space offering a variety of dedicated and private desks and offices as well as meeting spaces that are perfect for remote workers, entrepreneurs, startups, small businesses, freelancers and more.

Economic Development Newsletter

The City of Paso Robles has a new monthly newsletter to provide information and updates related to the City’s various programs and activities for business retention and expansion, business attraction, and workforce development, along with information on special topics of relevance to our local business community. Subscribe here.

For more financial resources visit prcity.com/coronavirus

Important Information

COVID-19 Testing

If you have symptoms or have been exposed to COVID-19, please get tested immediately.

COVID-19 Testing Site
Paso Robles Event Center - Frontier Pavilion

2198 Riverside Ave

Paso Robles, CA 93446

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

Please register for an appointment ahead of time. If you need to register by phone, call 1-888-634-1123 or register online at emergencyslo.org/testing

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
Ayuda en español

Resident Assistance

Food Resources

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

Eviction Protection

Californians facing financial hardship because of the COVID-19 pandemic will be protected from eviction through June 30 as long as they pay part of their rent under an emergency bill signed by the Governor on Friday, February 5.

Visit Housing is Key for more information.

Mortgage Assistance

This page describes protections under two new state laws: the Tenant, Homeowner, and Small Landlord Relief and Stabilization Act of 2020 (AB 3088), which took effect on August 31, 2020; and the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act (SB 91), which took effect on February 1, 2021.

Find more mortgage help 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

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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