SIGNALS, LIGHTS AND SIGNS

Street Lights

City development standards require street lights in all new residential and commercial developments. Use this link to reference the City Standard for street light poles (City Standard U-3). Streetlights are maintained by PG&E—including burned out bulbs—unless they are on top of a traffic signal or in a City park.  To report a streetlight out you will need to obtain the information as requested on PG&E's report form.  Visit PG&E's Website to Report a Street Light Outage or Problem.

Traffic Signals

Traffic signals are maintained by a contractor (under contract with the City) who meets expertise requirements described in the traffic code.  A traffic signal maintenance contract is put out to bid every 3 years.

New traffic signals are installed only when an intersection meets specific requirements as outlined by the CalTrans Traffic Manual, are approved by the City Council and can be adequately funded

To report a burned-out, malfunctioning or otherwise damaged traffic signal, call (805) 237-3861 during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or the Police Department at (805) 237-6464 after hours.

Signs

All signage on city streets (directional, street name, children at play, no parking, etc.) are maintained by the Street Maintenance Division. New signs are installed only after approval by the Streets & Utilities Committee and/or the City Council. To report any damaged, graffitied or missing street signs, please fill out an Action Request Form. To request a new sign, such as a speed limit, no outlet, or children at play, please put your request in writing and direct it to the Streets & Utilities Committee at 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446.