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Atascadero Adopts New Social Host Ordinance For Illegal Fireworks 12.16.2025

In its meeting last week, the Atascadero city council discussed a proposed ordinance designed to reduce illegal fireworks usage. The city announced in a release yesterday they have adopted the ordinance, effective immediately. Illegal fireworks have been a persistent concern in Atascadero, according to the city, particularly during Independence Day and New Year’s Eve. The…

Adjustments to Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Groundwater Basin Conservation Funds 12.15.2025

County staff is proposing to adjust funds for water conservation in the Paso Robles groundwater basin. According to the agenda for Tuesday’s board of supervisors meeting, applicants for new residential developments within the Paso Robles groundwater basin were required to offset their projected water demand by paying fees into county-approved water conservation programs. Revenues were…