Water Meter Reading Delays

Due to worsening pandemic conditions, the City’s meter reading company was delayed in reading residents' water meters for the January 1st bill. We were notified that there will be another delay in reading your meter this month so it is expected that the February 1st bill (printed and emailed) will be delayed as well. The due date of the 20th remains unchanged, no penalties will be assessed for late payments. We will continue to monitor this situation and provide additional information as needed. 

City Council Goal Setting Workshop

Discussions are about to begin for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and goals, and the City would like resident input. To help select the best day and time to hold the workshop, please take a moment to take this poll.  

Redistricting Map Tools

The City Council is seeking input in selecting the next district map for City Council elections, interested parties should submit a map and plan to attend the March 1 City Council meeting in person or by calling in to give public comment. This is an opportunity for residents to share with the City Council how they think district boundaries should be drawn to best represent the community. Mapping resources include paper and web tools. Details

Salinas River Trail Cleanup Efforts  

Parks and Facilities Maintenance crews again started removing trash and shopping carts from the river trail and trimming vegetation and repairing pathways in January.  This monthly activity was suspended in September due to staffing shortages.  These efforts are additional to those provided by the Police Department CAT Team and volunteer Earth Shine organization.

Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that replaces the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices. If your household is eligible, you can receive:

• Up to a $30/month discount on your internet service
• Up to a $75/month discount if your household is on qualifying Tribal lands
• A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50)

AARP Tax Help

AARP is once again offering free tax help for seniors. All assistance is by appointment and AARP Tax-Aide is offering an online self-booking appointment system for taxpayers at ccfreetax.org or call the appointment line at 805-931-6308. Locations:

• Senior Center at Vet’s Building, 240 Scott St. Monday and Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
• Paso Robles Library, 1000 Spring St.
  Saturday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Upcoming City Council Meeting

The next Paso Robles City Council meeting takes place on February 1, 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. 

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.

Paint & Cocoa Party: Bunny Love

Sip cocoa while painting and enjoying music during this all-ages art class. This month we'll be painting an adorable bunny on canvas using acrylics. Ages 3-103.  A parent and child can paint together using one canvas, in this instance only the child needs to be registered.  Ages 3-7 may attend the class with help from an accompanying adult.  $10 registration fee + $15 supply fee payable to instructor in class. $5 registration discount for additional family members. Wednesday, February 16 from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Centennial Park Live Oak Room.  Learn more and register HERE. 

Let’s Dance!

During the February session of Ballroom Dance For Fun you and your partner will learn to Waltz, Swing and Foxtrot.  Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. in the Centennial Park Banquet Room.  $67/couple, ages 9 to adult.  There is also a Line Dance class designed for all skill levels from beginning to advanced, set to  music from a variety of genres. No partners needed. $50/10 punch pass or $5 drop-in.  Tuesday, February 1 and February 15 from 5:15-7:15 p.m. in the Centennial Park Banquet Room.  Learn more about both classes HERE.

Hot Spots!

The Paso Robles City Library has acquired 22 additional Hot Spots for public check-out. This brings the library’s fleet of Hot Spots for check out to 42. Hot Spots are mobile units that can provide off-site Internet access for up to ten devices. They can be reserved through the Black Gold catalog with a valid, full-access Paso Robles City Library card for a 7-day period. Details

Personalized Line Art Embroidery  

Registration Deadline: February 3  
ZOOM Meetup: February 24, 6:00-7:00 pm 
Using simple supplies, one single stitch technique, and your own photo, participants will create a beautiful piece they can display on their wall or give to a loved one as a gift. Space is limited. Registration with library card is required for all participants to get craft materials and information about ZOOM meetup. For ages 16+.  

Library Book Group Reads: The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller 

ZOOM Meetup: February 17, 6:00-7:00 pm  
A story of summer, secrets, love, and lies, tender yet devastating, The Paper Palace considers the tensions between desire and dignity, the legacies of abuse, and the crimes and misdemeanors of families. The title is available in the catalog and on 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

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

Water Quality Technician

The Water Quality Technician I/II performs a variety of duties in support of the operations and regulatory compliance of the water quality program for the City’s production, treatment, and distribution facilities. The ideal candidate will have a high attention to detail in their work while performing a variety of complex, technical, and problem-solving activities within the Water Division.
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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