'No Parking' Signage Coming to State Route 1 Near Bixby Bridge Ahead of Monterey Car Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MEDIA ADVISORY: State Route 1 No Parking Signage Near Bixby Bridge Set for Installation This Week by County of Monterey Department of Public Works, Facilities and Parks and Caltrans, according to County of Monterey Director of PWFP, Randell Ishii.

Key Details

• Action: Installing "No Parking" signs on State Route 1 near Bixby Bridge. These new signs are consistent with the Big Sur Coast Highway Management Plan and permit approvals.
• Timeline: Tentatively projected completion and field approval by the end of next week (early August 2026).
• Enforcement: Parking ordinance becomes active and enforceable once signs are fully placed.

Project Status

• County Preparation: County Public Works procured posts, fabricated required signs, submitted a signage plan, and is completing Underground Service Alert (USA) utility notifications.
• Field Coordination: County crews and Caltrans inspectors are coordinating on-site layout details.
• Public Messaging: Both the County Public Information Officer (PIO) team and Caltrans are preparing separate press releases and social media campaigns.

Acknowledgments

• Commendation: Special appreciation is extended to the Caltrans District Permit Engineer staff for their exceptional flexibility, expedited processing, and collaborative support throughout the permit process.

For Immediate Release: Big Sur No Parking Advisory