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Below is the "preferred Design" and project timeline built from the previous designs and incorporating a lot of community outreach and feed back.
A letter from the SMC Parks Director Calderon
Project Timeline
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We’re inviting all community members and friends of Pescadero to contribute their wisdom, time, and skills to bring our special gathering place to life. Your contribution is valuable! We will use this site for updates and calls for action. Bookmark it and Stay tuned – be ready to engage via meetings and surveys – gather your thoughts, ideas, and advice. Think about what you want / need in this space. Scroll the gallery and then share your ideas, thoughts or advice in the comments below. Email us at ideas@pescaderoplaza.com or use the chat function.
Idea Gallery
When you pause at the corner of Pescadero Creek Road and Stage Road, look out the window.
You may notice a post office and small shops who cater to thousands of visitors each weekend. You may notice picnic tables and strung lights that brighten our restaurant outdoor spaces. You will surely see cyclists, motorcyclists and families enjoying the uniqueness of this special place.
But there’s something missing in our small, coastal community. Bathrooms. A bandstand. A water fountain. A brightly painted mural. Where do the children play? Where do local artisans, farmers and ranchers share their creations? Where does this small community educate, interact with, and celebrate our working men, women, and families?
A Dream Realized
A Dream Realized
In 1976, 2004 and again in 2019, local community members gathered to engage in a town visioning process. These well-organized and inclusive processes documented residents’ desire for many necessary things including accessible, beautiful and functional public spaces with such simple and essential amenities as bathrooms, drinking fountains, trash cans, bike parking, a playground and a place for Farmers Markets, Barn Sales and food trucks.
Something for all of us, right in the heart of town.
Link to the 2019 Town Visioning Event that helped spark this community based project!
Imagine the Possibilities
Imagine the Possibilities
And now the community has an opportunity to realize this long-awaited dream. Thanks to the support of the late Supervisor Don Horsley, the county has secured a location in downtown Pescadero for the design and creation of our very own community gathering space.
Archived Posts:
Announcment 7.13.25
A big thank you to everyone who participated in our survey and voting process. Design Option B has won by an overwhelming majority, with Option A coming in second!
You can view the final designs on the Concept Designs page located at the top of this page. San Mateo County Parks and their design firm, Gates and Associates, will now get to work creating the final design. This will be a blend of Option B's winning features and some popular elements from Option A, ensuring the best possible outcome for our community. Stay tuned for the reveal of the final design!
Announcement 4.15.25
Thank you to everyone who joined the San Mateo County Parks hosted workshops at the Native Sons Hall on Wednesday, April 30th, and Saturday, May 3rd!
We also appreciate the South Stage residents who shared their valuable ideas and concerns, and the Pebble Beach Parlor (Native Sons) for the use of their hall (https://www.pbplegacy.org/).
We gathered a lot of helpful feedback during the workshops, including survey responses and design preference comments.
If you haven't yet, please share your thoughts by taking the survey at https://www.pescaderoplaza.com before it closes on May 12th.
You can also continue to provide feedback or ask questions anytime through the email and chat features below.
Announcement 3.15.25
Exciting News: The Community Space Concept Designs and supporting survey are ready for you to review!
Help Shape the Future Pescadero Community Space – We’re in Round Two!
Last fall, we asked the Pescadero community to share ideas for a new public space at the corner of Stage Road and Pescadero Creek Road—and you showed up! People told us they want a space that feels relaxed and welcoming, reflects the natural coastal vibe, and brings folks together—whether it’s for a picnic under the trees, a casual hangout, or a community event. Shade trees, comfy seating, picnic spots, nature play, and shelter from the sun all rose to the top of the wish list.
Now we’re in Round Two of community engagement, and it’s time to take the next step together. Based on what we heard, the County and design team have created three potential design concepts for the Pescadero Community Space. Each one is a little different, and your feedback will help us figure out what to keep, what to tweak, and what really matters most in the final design.
This is your space—let’s build it together.
Take the quick online survey or stop by one of our upcoming Community Workshops to check out the designs and tell us what you think. Your voice will help shape a space that’s not only beautiful but truly reflects the heart of Pescadero. You can also see the designs by visiting the "Concept Designs" page above.
How to participate:
Take the online survey
Attend one or both of the Community Workshops
Community Workshop #1: Wednesday, April 30, 7 p.m. at Native Sons Community Hall
Community Workshop #2: Saturday, May 3, 11 a.m. at Native Songs Community Hall
We look forward to hearing your feedback!
Announcement 1.10.25
Thanks for joining our first Pescadero Community Space Open Zoom call!
We're committed to keeping the conversation going. Join us for our monthly Open Zoom calls to share your ideas and concerns. The next Zoom call will be scheduled soon.
During this initial call, we had a great discussion with the HMB Library about their "Library Outpost" In Pacifica (Pacifica Sanchez Library)
This innovative 24/7 vending machine could bring library services directly to our community.
Take a look at the image carousel for more inspiring library kiosk concepts.
What do you think? Share your thoughts and help shape the future of our community space. Maybe there’s room for a library kiosk…..
Announcement 10.29.24
Thanks to everyone who participated in the recent survey! Your voices have been heard. The SMC Parks design firm is starting to use your feedback to create sample designs for your review. We'll be sharing these soon and giving you other opportunities to provide comments and help shape the future of our space.
Stay tuned for more opportunities to engage!
In the meantime, do you have questions? Speak with the PCS Steering Committee via Zoom for an informal conversation about this project.
Monday, October 28th at 5:00 PM. Click here to join the Zoom call:
Announcement 10.1.24
Help Shape Pescadero's New Community Space!
The San Mateo County Parks Department is excited to announce that the design process for the Pescadero Community Space is underway! Our partner design firm, Gates & Associates (known for creating amazing spaces like this!), hosted an interactive booths at the Pescadero Farmers Market and the Pescadero Art and Fun Festival (PAFF).
Missed them? No worries! We just hosted a community survey where you could share your ideas of what you'd like to see in this community hub.
Miss these events and the survey too? Don't fret! There will be many other opportunities to get involved and give feedback. Stay tuned for more upcoming outreach events and surveys.
In the meantime, stay informed and share your thoughts using the email and or chat functions below to share your ideas.
Announcement 08.12.24
Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/pescaderoplaza
Help Shape Pescadero's New Community Space!
The San Mateo County Parks Department is excited to announce that the design process for the Pescadero Community Space is underway! Our partner design firm, Gates & Associates (known for creating amazing spaces like this!), hosted an interactive booth at the Pescadero Farmers Market yesterday with PSC Steering Committee member Ana Polacek.
Missed them? No worries! They'll be back with another booth this weekend at PAFF. This is your chance to share your ideas and provide feedback on what you'd like to see in this new community hub.
Can't make it? Don't fret! There will be many other opportunities to get involved and give feedback. Stay tuned for more upcoming outreach events and surveys.
In the meantime, stay informed and share your thoughts! Use the email and or chat function below to share your ideas.
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