Pismo Beach declares local emergency. ‘The city is safe, but we need to do our part’
The city of Pismo Beach has declared a local emergency as the coronavirus outbreak continues to grow in San Luis Obispo County.
On Monday, San Luis Obispo County public health confirmed a third local resident has tested positive for COVID-19. The first confirmed case was in North County, but the two most recent cases originated in South County.
Pismo Beach declared a local emergency on Monday, according to a video shared by city manager Jim Lewis. It is the second city to do so in San Luis Obispo County.
Lewis said the declaration is a precaution “to ensure the city has the ability to fully protect the public.” It will give Pismo Beach access to state and federal funding to address the outbreak, and makes some city rules more flexible during the emergency, to allow for better response.
“The city is safe, but we need to do our part,” Lewis said in the video.
All essential city services will continue at this time, Lewis said.
City Hall is still open to the public, though residents are encouraged to use the online system or phone in whenever possible.
The City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday will still take place, with public comment conducted through email. Some City Council members are expected to teleconference in to the meeting, though council chambers will remain open for the public to attend.
The city has also canceled all recreation programs, including classes, and closed its veterans halls, through March 31.
“Pismo Beach is a strong, resilient and well prepared community,” Lewis said. “I have confidence in our city team to put together the necessary steps to serve and protect those that live, work and visit in our city.”
Visit ReadySLO.org for the latest public health updates and recommendations or call the Public Health information line at 805-788-2903.
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