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January 10 2:56pm
The City of Atascadero has lifted the Shelter in Place advisory to a Weather Advisory for our area for today. Following are the current road closures: Halcon River CrossingSanta Ana is closed to through traffic just east of Garcero RoadLos Altos is closed to through traffic midway between Hwy. 41 & San Marcos RoadHwy. 41 is closed between San Gabriel & Los Altos. Multiple trees are down across our area. The City of Atascadero Fire & Emergency Services and Public Works…
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January 09 11:25am
Severe Weather Shelter-in-Place Notification for Monday, January 9th, 2023
At this time, the City of Atascadero is issuing an emergency shelter-in-place order, advising all Atascadero residents to stay at home if possible. Do not travel for any non-essential or non-emergency reason. PLEASE DO NOT CALL 911 UNLESS THERE IS AN IMMEDIATE THREAT TO SOMEONE’S LIFE AND/OR HEALTH AND SAFETY, CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE, OR CATASTROPHIC PROPERTY DAMAGE. The City urges all residents to refrain from calling 911 unless the above conditions are met and it is a genuine emergency…
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November 17 12:06pm
Help Us Make Internet Faster and More Reliable in Atascadero! pcbroadband.org/needsassessment November 2022 - by City Manager Rachelle Rickard Everyone has experienced the frustration of slow and unreliable internet. Local residents and businesses rely on good, quality internet for crucial services like telehealth appointments, online goods and services, and remaining connected with loved ones near and far. In this day and age, the internet is increasingly regarded by many as a “…
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September 20 3:23pm
NEWS FROM THE CITY! Preparing for Wet Weather: Stormwater Management and You! September 2022 - by City Manager, Rachelle Rickard September’s drawing to a close and we’re already experiencing some weird weather here in Atascadero. From record-breaking heat at the beginning of the month to rainfall last weekend, we’ve navigated the unpredictable weather as a community. As Mother Nature reminds us that we never know what she may bring, it’s a good time to talk about storm preparedness…
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August 25 5:17pm
September, 2021 Newsletter Article - By City Manager, Rachelle Rickard The City of Atascadero is very pleased announce that it’s now time to begin the process to update our General Plan, so be on the lookout for more information from us in the upcoming months, and then be sure to share your thoughts and have your say in helping to shape the future of Atascadero! The extensive and comprehensive General Plan Update process is when we have the opportunity to evaluate important factors such…
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August 17 11:18am
News from the City! The City and the Atascadero Unified School District This particular topic seems to come up with surprising frequency, especially at this busy and exciting “Back to School” time of year. City staff members are asked questions fairly often by friends, family members, or members of the public they run into around town while they’re shopping or doing errands, who wonder why “the City” doesn’t just do this or that, when what they’re curious about is actually something that…
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July 18 10:22am
A little over five years ago, the North County Farmer’s Market in Atascadero returned to the beautiful location at Sunken Gardens and they were welcomed back to the downtown with open arms and a great celebration. Since then, Farmer’s Market has continued to provide plenty of fresh, farm-raised, locally grown, healthy and organic produce and many other options to take home and enjoy, including local honey, garlic, mushrooms, eggs, and so much more. Good cooks know that great recipes always…
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July 13 4:51pm
The City of Atascadero has updated the service fee schedule to reflect the actual changes in the costs of providing those services and to more accurately recover costs based on actual work performed and expenses incurred. As of August 15, 2022, the approved fee schedule will go into effect. You can access a copy of the fee schedule here. If you would like to learn more, you can access the agenda packet from the June 14, 2022 City Council Meeting here.
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June 16 10:02am
Our Community Development Department – News about ADU’s, SB9, and More! June 2022 by City Manager Rachelle Rickard The City of Atascadero’s Community Development Department is made up of a team of dynamic and energetic individuals who work together to help promote development that is consistent with our General Plan while supporting economic vitality and development, and to ensure that all construction within the City is consistent with the Building Code. Community Development topics…
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