Paso Robles moves forward on roads, parks, and downtown upgrades

By Camille DeVaul · Thu Oct 23 2025

City Council receives updates on Creston Road, Sherwood Park, and downtown improvements, while crews ready City Park for returning seasonal lights and community celebrations

PASO ROBLES — At Tuesday’s Oct. 7 City Council meeting, staff provided updates on a variety of ongoing infrastructure projects and shared details about upcoming community events and holiday celebrations.

Phase 1 of the Creston Road Corridor Improvements project is nearing completion, with the final traffic signal at Bolen Drive and Walnut Drive scheduled for activation the week of Oct. 21. Additional paving and striping from Trigo Lane to Orchard Drive are also in progress. Phase 2 of the project, which includes a new roundabout at Rolling Hills Road, upgraded sidewalks, decorative lighting, landscaping, and resurfacing, is expected to begin in early 2026.

At Sherwood Park, construction continues on the new Pickleball Court Complex, which will feature seven courts, shade structures, a picnic area, restrooms, parking, and retention basins. The restroom pad has been poured, and curbs have been installed for the parking lot.

Downtown, work is progressing on parking lot and alley improvements near Marv’s Pizza and at the 12th Street and Railroad parking lot. The 12th Street site now has a completed retaining wall and streetlight bases, with curb work, asphalt paving, lighting, and landscaping next on the schedule.

“It has been a bit of a challenge working with PG&E, so it's kind of [delayed us a] little bit on the project,” said Capital Projects Engineer Ditas Esperanza regarding the parking lot progress.

Finally, the Flamson Pedestrian Improvements project, focused on intersections at 24th and Oak streets and at Spring and 26th streets, is nearing completion, with pavement striping, signage, and pedestrian safety enhancements wrapping up soon.

The city is once again preparing to bring holiday magic to City Park with the return of its annual festive lighting display. Crews are already at work “changing the guards,” swapping the park’s year-round white lights for colorful holiday ones. Introduced in 2023, the holiday lights officially illuminate the park during the Holiday Lighting Ceremony, held each year on the day after Thanksgiving. The inaugural display was so well-received by residents that the city approved keeping the lights up year-round, transitioning between the classic white scheme and the vibrant holiday version.

The city is again inviting the community and businesses to sponsor two beloved holiday traditions — Paso Lights and the New Year’s Eve Concert & Bonfire — which draw thousands to downtown for festive nights of lights, music, and celebration. Sponsorships help illuminate City Park from November through early January and support the free New Year’s Eve event featuring live entertainment, food trucks, and the iconic bonfire. Last year, the City launched the sponsorship program, which was met with success. Sponsors receive recognition across event materials and online platforms, with higher tiers offering exclusive benefits such as access to the VIP #Pasolights Lounge, premium logo placement, and verbal acknowledgments during the event. Contributions ensure these cherished gatherings continue to bring light, joy, and community spirit to Paso Robles each holiday season.

The next Paso Robles City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. Due to the remodeling construction at the Council Chambers on Spring Street, the meeting will be held at Centennial Park in the Norris Room.