{"id":231041,"date":"2026-04-02T00:34:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T00:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/231041\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T00:34:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T00:34:15","slug":"sun-city-lights-project-to-brighten-el-paso-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/231041\/","title":{"rendered":"Sun City Lights project to brighten El Paso park"},"content":{"rendered":"

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM<\/a>)\u00a0\u2014\u00a0The El Paso City Council announced April 1 that a construction contract has been put in place for the Sun City Lights project at Pueblo Viejo Park, located at 233 North Zaragoza Road.<\/p>\n

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Planned project location on North Zaragoza Road (City of El Paso Capital Improvement Dept.)<\/p>\n

Sun City Lights is an initiative designed to create vibrant destinations and interactive public spaces across the community.<\/p>\n

Officials from the Capital Improvement Department stated that the program aims to transform public areas into engaging illuminated environments that encourage community connection, enhance neighborhoods, and support economic development.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThis project represents an important investment in Pueblo Viejo Park and in the families who use it every day,\u201d said District 7 City Representative Lily Lim\u00f3n. \u201cBy enhancing this space with decorative lighting and improved amenities, we are creating a more inviting environment that brings people together and adds value to the surrounding neighborhood.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to a news release, the project will introduce decorative lighting features intended to enhance the park\u2019s visual character, improve nighttime visibility, and create a more welcoming, pedestrian-friendly experience for residents and visitors.<\/p>\n

The cost of construction is estimated to be $667,000, while the total project is estimated to be a $1.29 million investment.<\/p>\n

Officials say the park will include:<\/p>\n

A pavilion with decorative lighting<\/p>\n

New sidewalks with lighting to improve connectivity<\/p>\n

Three concrete benches with illuminated pathway structures and motion sensors<\/p>\n

A rock wall monument sign<\/p>\n

The project is funded through the City of El Paso\u2019s 2019 Capital Improvement Plan.<\/p>\n

Construction is expected to begin this spring and be completed by Fall 2026.<\/p>\n

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