Paso Robles
California
City of Paso Robles Newsletter November 15-30, 2022
Government and Politics
November 16, 2022
From: City Of Paso RoblesWater Rate Hearing
The City of Paso Robles is proposing to gradually phase in water rate adjustments over the next five years to support water system operating and maintenance expenses, fund the City’s share of debt service for the Nacimiento Water Project, and provide funding for capital improvements needed to support safe and reliable service. All City water customers are receiving notices in the mail to announce a public hearing on the proposed water rate increases on December 20th, 2022 at 6:30 pm. More information
Speeders Beware
The Paso Robles Police Department will increase patrols throughout the community and provide other traffic safety programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on roads thanks to a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety. The grant will support ongoing traffic safety efforts in the community to stop the most unlawful and dangerous behaviors that put people at risk. The program runs through September 2023. More information
"SaveStation" Installed in City Park
Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services is pleased to announce the installation of a new life safety feature for our community: the first 24/7 publicly accessible Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The AED is housed in a specially designed, climate-controlled cabinet known as a “SaveStation.” It can tolerate extreme weather and is available to anyone in the downtown city park and surrounding businesses. More information
Special Planning Commission Meeting on ADU's
On Tuesday, November 29, the Planning Commission will be provided a presentation on a proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) urgency ordinance to bring the City’s rules into compliance with state law. The City Council will then hold a public hearing at their regular meeting on December 6, 2022. The ordinance will be considered on an urgency basis due to recently adopted changes to state law that become effective on January 1, 2023.
More information
New Year's Eve Celebration
The City of Paso Robles is hosting a FREE New Year’s Eve celebration in the downtown City Park that includes a bonfire, band, DJ, fire dancers and more. The celebration runs from 7-11PM. A 9PM ball drop is set to coincide with midnight on the East Coast so attendees can enjoy ringing in the New Year and still be home before midnight. All ages are welcome, there is no charge for admission. More info
City 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. More info
Upcoming City Council Meeting
The next City Council meeting takes place on November 15, 2022 beginning at 6:30 PM. 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.
Upcoming City Meetings, Forums, & Workshops
City Council Meeting
November 15, 2022, 6:30 PM
Supplemental Sales Tax Oversight Committee Meeting
November 16, 2022, 5:30 PM
Paso Robles City Council Special Meeting - Youth Commission Interviews
November 17, 2022, 5:30 PM
Development Review Committee
November 21, 2022, 3:30 PM
Canceled - Planning Commission Meeting
November 22, 2022, 6:30 PM
Development Review Committee
November 28, 2022, 3:30 PM
Special Planning Commission Meeting
November 29, 2022, 6:30 PM
Public Meetings Livestream
Meetings may be attended in person unless noted otherwise. Interested parties have the option to listen live and view the presentations for these meetings on
the City's YouTube channel.
If you would like to call with public comment during a livestreamed meeting,
call 805-865-PASO (7276).
City Council agendas. Planning Commission agendas
Meetings are also broadcast live on KPRL AM1230.
Recreation Events & Classes
To view all current classes please visit prcity.com/recreationonline. To learn more about recreation classes and services, please visit prcity.com/recreation or contact us at (805) 237-3988 or [email protected].
Tai Chi
Tai chi, moving meditation, is a noncompetitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. The benefits of tai chi may include a decrease in stress anxiety and depression and an improvement in mood, flexibility, balance, agility energy in stamina. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 PM in the Centennial Park Acorn Room. $65/8 punch pass or $10 drop in. Learn more and register here.
Youth Evolution Basketball
Using Youth Evolution’s progressive curriculum and focusing on the whole player, this camp will teach your child the important skills needed both on and off the court. Ages 4-12. Tuesdays, December 6-January 10 (no class 12/27) from 4 PM to 6:10 PM in the Centennial Park Gym. Times vary based on age.
Learn more and register here.
Aqua Jam Cardio
Join Aqua Zumba instructor Jennifer Loewen Nicolds for this low impact 30-minute warm water workout. This class is designed to be a full body workout in the indoor warm water Municipal Pool. Bathing suit required; water shoes recommended. Participants must be able to swim and enter and exit the pool independently. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $45/mo. Class times are: 11:30 AM, 12:05 PM and 12:40 PM. Class size is limited and participants must register with instructor.Learn more and register here.
Youth scholarships are available for all recreation classes.
Scholarship information can be found here. Registration for all classes can be accomplished online at prcity.com/recreation or at the Centennial Park registration desk (600 Nickerson Drive) Monday through Thursday from noon to 5 PM.
City Library Events & Classes
Library Book Group Reads: The People We Keep by Allison Larkin
Thursday, November 17, 6-7 pm
Library Conference Room
April Sawicki packs her belonging and sets off on a journey to find a life that’s all hers, ultimately discovering that where she came from doesn’t dictate who she has to be. Registration required for each participant. For ages 16+.
Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt
Monday, November 21, Drop-In 1-5 pm
Children’s Library
In honor of Thanksgiving Break, we invite you to a very thankful scavenger hunt through the stacks.
Find all the clues and solve the puzzle to earn a prize! For ages 5-12.
In-Person Preschool Story Time
Wednesdays, 10:00 am
Story Hour Room
The Paso Robles City Library has returned to offering weekly in-person Preschool Story Time for ages 3-6 with Youth Services Librarian Melissa Bailey. Join her on Wednesdays for stories, movement, music, and a craft activity. Children can practice their listening and socialization skills while having lots of fun. Space is very limited so come early and secure your seat.
Come Work for the City!
The following positions are currently open, click each link for requirements, salary and benefits information, application deadlines and interview dates:
Assistant Capital Projects Manager
Dispatcher
Parks Maintenance Specialist I/II
Police Officer
Police Officer Recruit
Police Records Administrative Assistant I/II
Streets Maintenance Specialist I/II
Water Maintenance Specialist I/II
See all jobs here
Regular City Reports
Community Development Project Reports
Other Information
Volunteers Needed for Thanksgiving
"Thanksgiving for Paso Robles" is a celebration of thanks serving over 1,500 men, women, and children a traditional Thanksgiving meal at no cost. A true expression of community that brings diverse people together to share the day with others. All made possible through the generosity of caring individuals, students, organizations, churches, and businesses. Learn more and/or sign up to volunteer here.
Economic Development Newsletter
The City of Paso Robles develops strategies to improve the economic strength of the City through business development, retention and expansion, workforce development, job creation and the diversification of Paso's economy. Learn more here and/or sign up for the Economic Development Newsletter on the Notify Me page.
Call Before You Dig
SoCal Gas would like to remind residents to follow these important steps before you start a project:
- MARK OUT your proposed project area in white paint or provide other suitable markings.
- CONTACT 811 Underground Service Alert (USA) at California811.orgor dial 811, to submit a location request at least two business days before digging.
- USE ONLY HAND TOOLS within 24 inches on each side of marked utility lines to carefully expose the exact locations of all lines.
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
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.