Leslie Frazier named Paso Robles Public Works Director

By Staff Report · Mon Jun 08 2026

PASO ROBLES — The City of Paso Robles has appointed Leslie Frazier as its new Public Works Director, effective July 5, following a nationwide recruitment process.

A licensed professional engineer, Frazier brings more than 25 years of experience in engineering, infrastructure delivery, development, and project management across both the public and private sectors. Before entering public service, she spent two decades overseeing the design and delivery of large-scale master-planned communities, commercial developments, and public infrastructure projects.

Frazier later joined the City of Santa Clarita, where she managed major capital improvement projects, including the city’s Circulation Improvement Program and a multi-purpose community park project that combined recreation, transportation, and water quality improvements.

Since joining the City of Paso Robles in 2024 as City Engineer and Deputy Director of Community Development, Frazier has overseen the Engineering Division and coordinated permitting and infrastructure efforts for development projects throughout the city.

“Leslie has demonstrated strong leadership, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach during her time with the City,” said Chris Huot, City Manager. “Her experience and vision make her exceptionally well-suited to lead the Public Works Department as the City advances several important infrastructure and organizational initiatives.”

Frazier will assume the role as the city moves forward with major infrastructure projects and organizational improvements. City officials also thanked David Malewitz for serving as interim Public Works Director during the recruitment process.

The city said an interim City Engineer appointment and plans to recruit for the permanent position will be announced in the coming weeks.