TORO PARK TRAFFIC PROJECT
SALINAS — The second phase of the Toro Park traffic management project began on Aug. 6, aiming to improve safety during weekday school drop-offs by reducing cut-through commuter traffic. Building on the success of the pilot program from July 2024 to July 2025, Phase 2 implements early morning partial road closures on Portola Drive from 6 to 9 a.m., Monday through Friday, through June 2026. During these times, westbound traffic is restricted at Toro Elementary School’s driveway, preventing vehicles from entering Highway 68 via Torero Drive. The project is a partnership between the County of Monterey, TAMC, and County Service Area 15, with ongoing traffic monitoring and community feedback to evaluate potential permanent solutions.
RENOVATED KITCHEN
SOLEDAD — City of Soledad invites residents to celebrate the grand opening of the newly renovated commercial kitchen with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 13, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Soledad Community Center, located at 560 Walker Drive. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample appetizers and desserts prepared by the city’s culinary team in the new space.
MOBILITY FORUM
KING CITY — The County of Monterey is launching the Zero Emissions Shared Mobility Study to develop innovative, accessible, and sustainable transportation options, especially for residents in low-income, rural and underserved communities. As part of this effort, a community forum will be held in King City on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the King City Library, 402 Broadway St. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts on shared mobility solutions like bikesharing, ridesharing and carpooling. RSVP online at tinyurl.com/4tv7tm2s.
