Planning Commission Openings

The City of Paso Robles is now accepting applications for appointment to the Planning Commission. Appointments will be for 3-year terms expiring February 28, 2025.  Commissioners can expect to dedicate 15 - 20 hours each month to meetings, subcommittee meetings and meeting preparation. Applications are due by Friday, January 21, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at Paso Robles City Hall, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Details

Paso Robles 3Q Sales Tax Highlights

Paso Robles’ sales tax receipts from July through September were 10.8% above the third sales period in 2020. Excluding reporting aberrations, actual sales were up 13.6%.  Restaurant recovery continues with increased sales and pricing. Read the report here.

Residential Permits Surpass 2019

In 2021, valuation, permit counts, and residential permits issued were all UP, most surpassing 2019 pre-pandemic numbers.  December's inspection count was the highest for all of 2021 and inspection counts are expected to rise in 2022 as the permitted projects will be underway.  For information on building permits click here.

Downtown Parking Advisory Commission

The City of Paso Robles is now accepting applications for appointment to the Downtown Parking Advisory Commission, which aids the City Council in gathering public input on the operation, continued development, and management of the Paso Robles Downtown Parking program. Applications are due by Wednesday, January 5, 2022. More details

Housing Authority Openings

The City of Paso Robles is now accepting applications for appointments to fill two vacancies on the Paso Robles Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. The Housing Authority is a separate agency from the City of Paso Robles. Applications are due by Friday, January 21, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at  Paso Robles City Hall, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Details

Supplemental Sales Tax Committee 

Upcoming City Council Meeting

The next Paso Robles City Council meeting takes place on January 18, 2022 beginning at 6:30PM. Residents can attend in person or listen live and view the presentations on the City's YouTube channel here. To provide public comment during the meeting, call (805) 865-PASO (7276). The agenda can be found here 72 hours prior to the meeting. 

Dog Training Classes

Join Kathy Kropp and her team of animal behaviorists for Beginning Dog Training (starting Thursday, January 20 from 6-7 p.m.) and K9 Rally Obedience (beginning Monday, January 24 from 4-6 p.m.).  Your entire family will benefit from these classes designed to strengthen the bond between you and your four-legged friend.
Learn more and register HERE. 

Youth Evolution Basketball 

Your young player will practice age-appropriate skills including passing, shooting, and dribbling, all while increasing confidence in their basketball ability and most importantly having fun. Tuesdays, January 25-February 22 in the Centennial Park Gym. $100 (includes Youth Evolution Basketball jersey). Sibling discount and scholarships available. Level 1, 2 and 3 classes for players ages 3.5-12. Learn more and register HERE.

Art Park: Mixed Media Art

In this mixed media art class students will explore the world of both two and three-dimensional media, such as pencil, acrylic paint and clay. Students will learn by following Ms. Mindy in a step-by-step method that allows the child to see projects take shape from beginning to end. $40 registration (includes all supplies needed for this class).  3:45-5:15 p.m. in the Centennial Park Acorn Room.  Ages 5-6: Tuesdays, February 1-22 ,  Ages 7-8: Wednesdays, February 2-23, Ages 9-10: Thursdays, February 3-24. Learn more and register HERE.

Youth Evolution Soccer

This popular soccer series is for players of all abilities and skill level from age 2.5 to 12 years. From Baby Kickers (ages 2.5-3.5) to Level 3 players (ages 8-12) this class will help your player learn, build and sharpen their soccer skills through fun drills, games and scrimmages.  Fridays, February 4-March 4 at Barney Schwartz Park (class times vary by age group).  $99/player (includes soccer jersey). Sibling discounts available.
Learn more and register HERE.

Library Book Group Reads: Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah 

Zoom Meeting: Thursday, January 20, 6-7 pm.  
Enhance your reading experience by participating in the Paso Robles City Library’s monthly book group! This month, we're reading Kristin Hannah's Winter Garden. When their beloved father falls ill, two estranged sisters find themselves together by his deathbed, listening to a captivating, mysterious love story that spans sixty-five years and moves from frozen, war-torn Leningrad to modern-day Alaska. This title is available through the catalog and the OverDrive digital platform. Registration is required. For ages 16+. 

Children’s Activities  

Mondays: Craft Kit Pick Up Day! Every Monday, pick up one of our age-appropriate craft kits to do at home. All kits are available while supplies last.

• Toddler (ages 1-3)
• Preschool (ages 3-6)
• Animal Tales (1^st-5^th grade)

Tuesdays: Try It! Tuesday Kit Pick Up Day! Every Tuesday, come on in to pick up one of our STEAM themed kits, which includes everything you need to complete the activity – even instructions! Try It! kits are great for all ages, but children under 6 will need help for most projects. Available while supplies last.

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; provides information and assistance to the general public and answers citizen inquiries; patrols downtown parking areas and assists customers with utilizing the parking kiosks; performs related work as required. More details

Dispatcher

Dispatchers are an integral part of the Police Department by acting as a critical link between the community and police and fire units in the field. They help maintain the safety of our community by taking command of situations in a sensitive and straightforward manner while also showing consideration and respect to others. The successful candidate will be able to assess situations accurately, make quick decisions, and use sound judgment. This recruitment is for both experienced dispatchers as well as entry-level candidates looking for an exciting career change. More details

Police Officer

Under general supervision and in cooperation with the community, perform law enforcement and crime prevention work to provide for the safety of the public, such as: 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;  prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and illegal incidents observed; performs other related duties as required or assigned. More details

Recreation Administrative Assistant

Provide administrative support with facility reservations, facility use agreements, alcohol use permits, and certificates of insurance; assist with customer service at the registration counter; maintain correspondence with other divisions or agencies, sponsors, and community partners; organize and maintain file systems; general administrative duties including answering the phones and assisting callers; analyze data and produce related reports; 0pen the facility and prepare rooms for classes and meetings; related duties as required. More details

Recreation Staff Assistant

Opening/closing the Centennial Park facility in support of user groups; set up and take down of special event chairs, tables, and other equipment as needed; overseeing patron needs and safety, and cleanliness of the facility; processing class registrations and facility reservations; overseeing and attending to recreation programs and events at City recreation facilities and parks; overseeing the facility and insuring users conform to established City policies and procedures; related duties as required. More details

Water Maintenance Specialist

The Water Maintenance Specialist III is responsible for performing lead level work that involves the training, mentoring, and coordination of lower level employees while executing journey-level preventative maintenance and repair duties of municipal water supply and distribution systems. More details

Foster Care Needed in Paso Robles

SLO County is currently facing an unprecedented shortage of available resource family homes to care for foster youth, 51 of whom are from Paso Robles. The two most pressing needs are for homes willing to provide short-term care as an emergency shelter home or homes willing to care for school-aged youth ages 6-18, especially teenagers. More information at 805-781-1705 or www.slofostercare.com

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

Translation Services Available

The City of Paso Robles uses a 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 is now available in 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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