Paso Robles Economic Development Newsletter November 2022

The City of Paso Robles Economic Development newsletter provides you with information and updates related to the City’s various programs and activities for: business retention and expansion, business attraction, workforce development and special topics of relevance to our local business community.

News and Announcements

Paso Robles and Atascadero Awarded Broadband Grant

The cities of Paso Robles and Atascadero were recently awarded a $200,000 grant from the California Public Utilities Commission for the North County Broadband Strategic Plan. The grant is for costs related to the development of broadband network projects to benefit unserved or underserved Californians. Paso Robles and Atascadero have partnered to increase internet access for the residents and businesses of Northern San Luis Obispo County. 

November 14: Public Forum at City Hall on Broadband Development 

The public forum will include an overview of the broadband strategy project that is underway and a panel discussion regarding digital inclusion. Panel participants will include representatives from the public sector, education, healthcare, and business. Forum to be held Nov. 14th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 1000 Spring Street.

Paso Robles 2Q Sales Tax Highlights

Paso Robles’ receipts from April through June were 5.3% above the second sales period in 2021. Excluding reporting aberrations, actual sales were up 8.3%. The City experienced another solid growth period from the business-industry group with garden/ag sales contributing. Even with rising menu prices, patrons enjoyed frequenting casual eateries and quick service restaurants, whether to celebrate special occasions or socialize.  Read the report HERE.

NASA CubeSat Powered by Stellar Exploration to Enter Lunar Orbit 

CAPSTONE, a microwave oven–sized CubeSat, was launched on June 28th from New Zealand as part of a NASA mission to the moon and, after a four-month journey to its target destination will enter lunar orbit on November 13th. Stellar Exploration, a company that designs and builds miniaturized aerospace solutions for military, civil and commercial customers is providing CAPSTONE’s propulsion system. In April, Dr. Tomas Svitek, President of Stellar Exploration, and Mayor Martin officially signed a Letter of Intent for future collaboration related to the Paso Robles Spaceport project. 

Spaceport Presentation Hosted by Paso Robles Lions Club

On November 8th, Paso Robles Airport Manager, Mark Scandalis, and Economic Development Manager, Paul Sloan, presented the Paso Robles Spaceport and Tech Corridor project to a packed house at the Paso Robles Lions Club. As part of the City's ongoing communications outreach, presentations have also been made to the Paso Robles Main Street Association, Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce, Estrella Warbirds Museum Association, Paso Robles Library Association, North SLO County Association of REALTORS®, Paso Robles Rotary Club, and others. On Dec. 7th the project will be presented to the Atascadero Rotary Club.  For more information on presentations contact [email protected].

Community Asked to Test Internet Access and Speed

The cities of Paso Robles and Atascadero, through their joint broadband strategy project, and the Broadband Consortium of the Pacific Coast, have launched an internet needs assessment survey and speed test campaign for the public to self-report their digital experiences and internet speeds at home, work, or wherever they connect. More information

November 14-20 is National Apprenticeship Week!

Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week and learn more about apprenticeship opportunities in the Construction Trades in SLO County. View live demonstrations and hear from current apprentices about their experience in the various crafts. Find out why the Construction Trade's earn-and-learn apprenticeship model is right for you, local students, and the community!

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:

Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance Classifieds

Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce Job Board

City of Paso Robles Job Openings

The "Pipeline" Report

Check out the numerous projects in process in our community.  The City of Paso Robles Community Development Department publishes The "Pipeline" Report with the status of Planning Entitlements and Building permits throughout the City. Click here to learn more.

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