City Council Goal Setting Workshop

The Paso Robles City Council held a workshop on February 26 to continuing planning the 2022-2024 City budget. View the full workshop here, and view the full presentation here. The final budget will be adopted in June, the complete budget planning meeting schedule can be found here. 

Public Hearing - Redistricting

Every ten years, City Council election districts must be redrawn so that each district is substantially equal in population. This process, called redistricting, is important in ensuring that all city councilmembers represents about the same number of constituents in each of their districts. The City Council will be holding a Public Hearing on March 1 to review three resident-submitted redistricting maps for consideration. The final map will be adopted in April.  View staff report and maps

Fire Department Annual Report

City of Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services recently completed its annual report for 2020 and is making the results available to the public. In this report, residents will find detailed information about response standards, performance measurements, number of EMS and fire incidents, significant events, community risk reduction efforts, financials, and community engagement. Read the report

Public Works Director Appointment

The City is proud to announce the appointment of Christopher Alakel as Public Works Director.  Over the past year he worked as as the interim PW Director.  Christopher and his team have successfully navigated multiple major projects and challenges during his tenure.  From IWMA to Water to Roads, PW hasn’t missed a beat.  His track record of success led to the offer of permanent PW Director position (removing the interim title) and thankfully he accepted.

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 between Feb 1 and early April 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.
• Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr.
  Saturday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Upcoming City Council Meeting

The next Paso Robles City Council meeting takes place on March 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 monthly 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 or Thursdays in March, beginning March 8 or 10. Ages 7-8: Wednesdays in March beginning March 9. Learn more and register HERE.

Pickleball 101 & 201

Certified pickleball instructor Janice Mundee welcomes new players (Pickleball 101) and those interested in improving their pickleball skills (Pickleball 201) during these three-day classes this month.  Pickleball 101: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, March 8-10 from 12-1:50 p.m. on the Centennial Park Pickleball courts.  $55 registration + $20 supply fee per family for The Official Pickleball Workbook.  A pickleball paddle, cover and ball can be purchased from the instructor at class for an additional $25.  Pickleball 201: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, March 8-10 from 2-3 p.m. on the Centennial Park Pickleball Courts.  $55 registration + $20 supply fee (for those who don’t have The Official Pickleball Workbook from taking the Pickleball 101 class).  Families and individuals ages 12 and older are welcome.   Learn more and register here.

Beginning Lightroom & Photoshop   

This virtual class is for the beginner in Lightroom and Photoshop and will cover: how to import your images into Lightroom, and how to organize and store your images in the Lightroom and Photoshop software (saving, cataloging and adding key words in Lightroom and transferring and opening files in Photoshop). The class will also cover the basic workspaces and tools in Photoshop.  Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.  Students must have Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop installed on their computer.  View pricing for the Adobe Creative Cloud Lightroom and Photoshop package for $9.99/.month HERE. Ages 18+ Tuesdays march 8-29 from 6-7 p.m. $40 registration (military discount available). Learn more and register HERE.

Black Gold Library Changes

The Black Gold Cooperative Library System, of which Paso Robles City Library is a member, is currently undergoing a realignment that will ultimately allow Central Coast libraries to provide a more community-focused approach to library services. Over the next several months, the multi-step process will necessitate a few changes in service. Details

Art in the Library this Month

The Paso Robles City Library is pleased to display the photographic collection of local resident Ken Johnson.  An avid outdoors person, Johnson finds his inspiration in Mother Nature. Johnson’s photographic display will be available for viewing the month of March. 

Paint a Mandala  

Deadline: March 8  
ZOOM Meetup: March 31, 6:00-7:00 pm  
This month, participants will focus on the mandala artform, which allows them to practice dot painting techniques, creating a beautiful mandala similar to the one depicted. Designed for beginning painters, this class project can be displayed on a wall or flat on a table. 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 Henna Artist by Alka Joshi 

ZOOM Meetup: March 17, 6:00-7:00 pm   
Seventeen-year-old Lakshmi makes her way alone to the vibrant 1950s pink city of Jaipur. There she becomes the most highly requested henna artist—and confidante—to the wealthy women of the upper class. But trusted with the secrets of the wealthy, she can never reveal her own… The title is available in the library catalog. 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

Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic 

Under general supervision, suppresses fires, responds to medical emergencies, hazardous condition situations, and other types of emergency and public service incidents; performs fire safety and code enforcement inspections and  other related duties as required. Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and procedures of modern firefighting, including prevention, inspection, emergency response, rescue medical aid, and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus; etc. More details

Information Systems Technician

The Information Technology division is seeking a customer service-oriented Technician to perform a wide variety of I.T. support with every City department. The successful candidate must perform quality work in a team environment, demonstrate strong technical ability and attention to detail. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, applied technology, or related field are all highly desirable. 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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