There is good news today regarding the coronavirus pandemic. Locally and nationally the spread of the virus is slowing. Fewer people are testing positive. Fewer people are being hospitalized. Fewer people are dying. For more than a year we have been playing defense with this scourge. Now we can finish this fight.
If local trends continue we may be able to ascend from the purple tier of restrictions and begin a more comprehensive opening of businesses and facilities. To accomplish that we must do two things:
First, get vaccinated. A significant number of front line workers and elderly have already been innoculated. Go to readyslo.org to learn when it’s your turn and make an appointment at one of the three vaccination centers in the county. If you are tech-challenged, you can call 805-543-2444 for assistance. Yes, it will take some time and patience, but it is crucial we all receive the vaccine as soon as possible.
Second, don’t let your guard down. Face-masking, hand-washing and social-distancing are more important now than ever. The virus is going down and we have to keep it down.
Get vaccinated as soon as possible and double-down on infection control. We’re going on the offense against COVID-19 and we all have a part to play to rid our community of this pandemic.
This is Paso Robles Mayor Steve Martin reminding you to stay informed, stay involved and stay strong Paso Robles.