News Flash

Hensel Phelps, contractor for the GSA San Luis Port of Entry I Project, will begin work on the southbound vehicular and pedestrian lanes along Main Street and Urtuzuastegui Street starting Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Due to construction, the southbound pedestrian route into Mexico will be temporarily changed.

Pedestrian Route Details:

• New Route: The southbound pedestrian route will begin at the intersection of Urtuzuastegui Street and Archibald Street, replacing the current starting point at Urtuzuastegui Street and Main Street. Pedestrians will be safely guided around the construction area within the Port of Entry and will exit at the existing U.S.–Mexico pedestrian crossing.
• Effective Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at approximately 8:30 AM

Southbound Vehicle Traffic:

• CBP will begin shifting traffic into the new southbound vehicle lanes at the Port of Entry via Archibald Street.
• Effective Date: On Tuesday, March 24, 2026,  at approximately 9:00 AM

Important Notes:

• Please follow all posted signs for the southbound pedestrian route along Urtuzuastegui Street and within the Port of Entry.
• Dates and times are subject to change without notice.
• Pedestrians should plan ahead and allow extra time to reach the U.S.–Mexico pedestrian crossing.
• Pedestrians should not be taking shopping carts into the port of entry.

The City of San Luis apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates your understanding and cooperation. For questions or additional information, please contact the City of San Luis at (928) 341-8520 or visit sanluisaz.gov for updates.

San Luis, Arizona – After a brief weather interruption last year, the City of San Luis is bringing back the anticipated Asado and Brew Festival, set to take place on April 11, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at Joe Orduño Park, located at 965 N. Park Avenue, San Luis, Arizona.

Recognized for its signature asado-style cooking, craft beer offerings, and lively atmosphere, the Asado and Brew Festival brings together top grill masters, local and regional breweries, live music, and food enthusiasts for an unforgettable outdoor experience.  Back on the calendar and bigger than ever, the April 11 event promises all the flavors, entertainment, and community spirit attendees were anticipating, plus a few surprises!

The celebration features an evening packed with live music and crowd-pleasing performances from:

• Downtime
• Amigo Bronco, El Tributo
• Tiranos del Norte
• Grupo Control  

Additionally, attendees can enjoy a wide variety of food, drinks, and merchandise from over 32 local and regional vendors. Vendors will accept cash and card payments; no ATMs will be available on-site. 

For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, please refrain from bringing coolers, glass containers, firearms, outside food, outside alcohol, contraband, illegal substances, personal drones, fireworks, or unauthorized vendors.

This event would not be possible without the generous support of our community sponsors, whose continued partnership helps make the Asado & Brew Festival a signature celebration in San Luis.

For more information on the City of San Luis Asado & Brew Festival, visit sanluisaz.gov/asado or contact the Public Affairs Office at 928) 341-8520 or by email at publicrealtions@SALNUISAZ.GOV

Starting April 1st, the Pay by Plate system in the City of San Luis will no longer take card or coins as it used to. The process to pay for your parking spot will have to be completed exclusively via the app or pay by text. The new change will also reflect all parking meter locations.

Remember to download the Park Smarter App or text PAY to 77447 to continue to use the Pay by Plate in downtown San Luis and contact us if you have any questions about the system at 928-341-2420.

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¿Sigue usando la estación de pago al estacionarse en uno de los espacios de pago por placa de la ciudad de San Luis? Le recomendamos familiarizarse con el proceso digital.

A partir del 1ro de Abril, el sistema de pago por placa de la ciudad de San Luis ya no aceptará tarjetas ni monedas como antes. El proceso para pagar su estacionamiento deberá completarse exclusivamente a través de la aplicación o por mensaje de texto. El nuevo cambio también se aplicará a todos los parquímetros.

Recuerde descargar la aplicación Park Smarter o enviar un mensaje de texto con la palabra PAY al 77447 para seguir usando el sistema de pago por placa en el centro de San Luis. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el sistema, contáctenos al 928-341-2420.

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San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis is excited to announce the launch of the Pay by Plate parking system in the downtown district, effective immediately. This state-of-the-art system is designed to streamline parking payments and enhance the overall user experience. 

The Pay by Plate system allows drivers to use their vehicle’s license plate number to pay for parking, offering a quick and intuitive process. Payments can be made using various methods, including quarters, credit/debit cards, or through the innovative Park Smarter application, accessible on both Android and Apple devices. 

The new parking kiosk is conveniently located on the east side of the 500 block of Main Street, right across the street from Mcdonald’s. Patrons will have the flexibility to pay using the Park Smarter Application, credit/debit cards, or by utilizing quarters. The designated areas for the Pay By Plate program are the 500 block of Main St, east side first ¼ of the 600 block of Main St, and the 600 block of B St. 

How To Use: The Pay by Plate process is simple, regardless if you are paying at the kiosk or through the mobile app, simply follow the following steps: 

1. Park in any of the available designated spots
2. Enter your license plate number at the pay station or mobile app
3. Process your payment with coins, visa/debit card, or via the app 

Parking Rate: The parking rate will remain at $.50 per hour per vehicle or motorcycle with a five-hour maximum limit between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Traffic enforcement operations will continue pursuant to the San Luis City Code, Title 10, Chapter 15. 

Compliance and Enforcement: The Pay to Park Program operates in accordance with the San Luis City Code, Title 10, Chapter 15, ensuring a fair and orderly parking environment. Residents and community members are still encouraged to utilize the designated drop off zone on Urtuzuastegui Street for the drop-off or pick-up of passengers.

For more information on the pay-to-park stations or the parking meters, please contact the San Luis Police Department at (928) 341-2420 or visit their website at https://sanluispolice.org/parking

As a longtime resident of San Luis, Arizona, I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as your Mayor.

Through the years, I have had the privilege of seeing this city grow from a small town to a thriving community. I have always been proud of...

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