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City of Paso Robles Newsletter for August 15-31, 2021


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New City Manager Selected

The Paso Robles City Council is pleased to announce that a conditional offer of employment for the position of City Manager has been made to Ty Lewis, the current Paso Robles Police Chief.  The appointment is formally scheduled to occur at the next City Council meeting on August 17, 2021.  Mr. Lewis was selected following an extensive, nationwide search and selection process that included community members, city executives and the City Council. More details

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Recreation Workshop

Paso Robles Recreation Services invites community members to attend a public workshop facilitated by The Centre for Organization Effectiveness to participate in creating the future of recreation services for the city of Paso Robles. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, 5 pm to 7 pm in the City Council chamber at 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles. More details

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Emergency Response Training 

The North San Luis Obispo County Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) teaches residents basic disaster response skills.  Learn how to prepare for disasters, basic first aid, the psychology of disaster, how to extinguish small fires, safe structure search and rescue, and about terrorism and hazardous materials. Next session begins Oct 20. More details

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Congressman Visits Paso Robles

Representatives of the City of Paso Robles hosted Congressman Salud Carbajal for a short presentation by the City to outline the current status of the city’s financial situation, the major challenges facing the City and the upcoming opportunities.  The Congressman shared his thoughts on potential areas where he could lend assistance and pledged his continued support for the community.

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Virtual Meetings Livestream

The next City Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 17 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. Agendas 

Upcoming City Meetings, Forums, & Workshops


City Council Meeting
August 17, 2021, 6:30 PM
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Public Workshop to Create the Future of Recreation Services
August 18, 2021, 5:00 PM
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Supplemental Sales Tax Oversight Committee Meeting
August 18, 2021, 5:30 PM
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Planning Commission Meeting
August 24, 2021, 6:30 PM
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Airport Commission Meeting
August 26, 2021, 6:30 PM
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Virtual Meetings Livestream

With the return to in-person meetings this month, Paso Robles will also continue to livestream audio and presentations from City Council and Planning Commission meetings. To listen live and view the presentations for these virtual meetings, 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.

Recreation Events & Classes 

All Paso Robles Recreation Services fall classes are open for registration here: ActiveNet - Online Recreation Activities (activecommunities.com)

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Youth Evolution Soccer Academy

Using a variety of techniques young players explore the sport of soccer with fun and creative drills and activities.  Students play, learn and grow during these classes designed for all ages and skill levels from 2 to 13 years.  Session 1: Fridays 8/27-9/24 at Larry Moore Park.  5 week session/$100  Times vary/learn more here.

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Youth Evolution Basketball Camp

These classes are designed to help your young player be their best by introducing them to a wide variety of skills and techniques.  Sportsmanship is the number one priority for these fun and creative classes that encourage each player to learn and improve their basketball skills and grow as a player and teammate. Session 1: Tuesdays, August 31-September 28 in the Centennial Park Gym.  Ages 3.5-7 years.  Learn more here. 

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Jedi & Butterfly Creative Dance

A dance (and yoga) class designed for the imaginative minds of young dancers.  Kids will learn basic dance directionality, spins, balance and dance counts through music rhythm in a fun, creative way.  Props are used to enhance the dance experience.  A mini dance performance will be held at the final class.  Ages 4-6. Wednesdays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. September 1-December 8 (no class 9/22, 10/13, 11/10-24). $120/child (sibling discount available). Learn more here.

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Art Park

Highly popular after-school enrichment classes for young artists ages 5-8 taught by artist Mindy Dierks.  Classes include Beginning Drawing & Painting, Mini Masters Art Appreciation and Mixed Media Art.  The step-by-step approach during the Beginning Drawing & Painting class is perfect for young artists who want to learn how to draw fun things.  During the September session of Mini Masters Art Appreciation classes students will learn about artist masters Andy Goldsworthy, Andy Warhol, Claude Monet, Frida Kahlo, George Seurat and Gustav Klimt with fun age-appropriate art projects.  In the Mixed Media Art class students will explore the world of both two and three-dimensional media, such as pencil, acrylic paint and clay.  Days, times and prices vary.  Learn more here. 

City Library Events & Classes

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Ongoing Children’s Library Fun  

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

The City is Hiring

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Assistant City Manager

Paso Robles is seeking a dynamic engaging leader to be the City’s new Assistant City Manager. The ACM will be joining the City at a time of exciting change under the leadership of new City Manager. The Assistant City Manager will be the City Manager’s right hand in the leadership and administration of the City. The individual will have a collaborative leadership style and a high level of project management expertise. Details

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Streets Maintenance Specialist

Under direct or general supervision, performs a wide variety of routine and specialized work in the construction, modification, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, and related public works facilities; responsible for the painting of traffic markings and maintenance of traffic and street signs; operates light and heavy equipment; conducts herbicide spraying along the City right-of-way; performs other related work as required. Details

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Community Services Officer

Under general supervision as an unarmed, non-sworn employee, performs a wide variety of specialized and technical law enforcement duties in support of Police Division operations and services;  patrols downtown parking areas and assists customers with utilizing the parking kiosks; performs related work as required. This is a part-time position and may require rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and evenings. Details

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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. Details 

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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. Details

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Police Officer Recruit

This is a non-sworn, training level classification in the Police Department. Recruits do not have police officer powers or authority. Incumbents will assume non-sworn duties within the department and attend a P.O.S.T. Certified Academy through Allan Hancock College in Lompoc, CA, which starts January 10, 2022 and is approximately 6 months in length. The academy is intense and requires a high degree of discipline. Details

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Senior Development Review Engineer

The successful candidate will be an experienced engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment; will possess experience in performing engineering review of plans, proposals, and studies; the ability to present complex concepts and ideas to governing bodies and community groups; and a keen desire to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of Civil Engineering and Storm Water Management. Details

Regular City Reports

Rainfall Totals

City Project Updates
City Financial Reports
Building Permit Reports
Street Sweeping Schedule
Community Development Project Reports

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Help Wanted

North County Job Boards

Looking for work or looking to hire staff? 
Here are two North County Job Boards listing a wide range of available positions:

  • Visit SLO CAL North County Job Board
  • Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce Job Board
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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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