NEWS AND
HIGHLIGHTS

Public Draft of the Urban Water Management Plan

Now available for review online or at the City Library.
The 2005 Urban Water Management Plan (completed in April 2008) documents the City’s sources of water supply, defines water demands, presents a water shortage contingency plan, describes implementation of water demand management measures and guides conservation efforts.

Urban Water Management Plan [pdf:3.5mb/131pp]

Community Development

City Gateway and Design Standards
To preserve and strengthen the unique image, identity, and character of Paso Robles, the General Plan directs that design standards and guidelines be developed for key “Gateways” to the City. Learn more...

Parking Management Plan
The City Paso Robles has commissioned Parking Design Group, LLP, to develop a Parking Management Plan for their downtown in order to ensure an adequate parking supply for the community, businesses, and patrons. Learn more...

Uptown/Town Centre Plan
At the January 2, 2008 City Council meeting, Council approved a contract with Moule & Polyzoides to prepare a Specific Plan for the Uptown and Town Centre areas. Learn more at www.PasoRoblesTownPlan.com.

Livable Communities
Recently, the Tribune published an article in Opinion encouraging consideration of a proposal Paso Robles set forth regarding the allocation of State mandated regional housing needs. The City Council authorized submission of a Viewpoint letter to the Tribune to expand upon their supportive opinion piece. Read it here...

Nacimiento Water Project

Summary Construction Report - March 2008

Paso Robles & Nacimiento Water
"Historically, Paso Robles' water has come from underground sources – the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin and the Salinas River underflow – about 8,000 acre feet per year. Using well water has been cost effective – in fact, Paso Robles water rates have been among the very lowest in the State. But, like so many communities in semi-arid areas, Paso Robles faces challenges that will impact those costs." -- Jim App, City Manager

A Crisis We Can't Ignore
"Water is a vital resource in California. Without it, taps run dry, streams stop flowing, businesses suffer and crops die. Today, California's water system is aging, our levees are crumbling and the ecosystem is in peril." Read More

City Council Adopted Goals

The City Council has established its goals for the next two to four years. The City of Paso Robles held a public workshop on Saturday, February 3, 2007. View the City Council Adopted Goals for 2008-2011.

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Economic Strategy

There has been a mounting sense of anticipation and apprehension about the future of Paso Robles. After a decade of economic and population growth, some wonder what is next for Paso Robles.

Is growth necessary or desired? What form might it take? Can or should there be an effort to encourage jobs and commerce, as well as accommodate housing? If so, how can small town character continue to thrive while promoting economic vitality and individual opportunity? Can a way of life distinct from suburbia and metropolis be sustained? Read the 2006 Economic Strategy.

NEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS