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IRVINE, Calif. (September 20, 2019): Today, the City of Irvine partnered with Stanbridge University for its first-ever tree-planting event in the Irvine. Eighty Stanbridge University volunteers planted more than 160 native trees and plants in the Bosque area of the Great Park Trails. Through…

The City of Irvine has been voted “Best City to Live in” for the fourth consecutive year by The Orange County Register readers. “As Mayor, I am often asked what makes Irvine special,” said Christina Shea, Mayor of the City of Irvine. The Orange County Register readers confirmed what we…

At its September 10 meeting, the City Council voted to establish a Safe Community Task Force 2020 for a period of six months, with the goal to ensure Irvine remains a safe place for our residents and visitors.  This Task Force will be comprised of 12 members with Mayor Shea and Councilmember…

  Public is invited to tour the renovated center at a free open house Thursday, September 19, 3–5 p.m, followed by a pop-event to gather input on a future universal playground. The City’s Disability Services program has a new home, following renovations at Sweet Shade Ability Center in…

In partnership with Waste Management the City of Irvine is hosting a free paper shredding event on Saturday, January 27 at the Lakeview Senior Center. Irvine residents can safely and securely dispose of up to five banker-size boxes (dimensions 24 inches x 12 inches) at a mobile shredding unit…

Do you work, live, shop, dine, or visit places in the Irvine Business Complex (IBC)?  The IBC is one of the most dynamic, fast-paced, and thriving areas within the City, and is comprised of a mixed-use residential, commercial, retail, and industrial districts.  The City is launching an…

September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and the Irvine Police Department (IPD) would like to share some important steps with residents and businesses to help protect family members and employees in an emergency. Irvine residents are encouraged to be prepared for any disaster that may impact our…

The City of Irvine is accepting applications for two member-at-large positions on the Irvine Senior Citizens Council. The Senior Citizens Council acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters related to aging adults, including the planning of facilities, transportation, services, and…

In an effort to enhance community engagement, the City of Irvine announces the launch of eComment, a new web-based feature that allows community members to participate in local government. Using a computer, tablet, or mobile device, eComment provides citizens with an additional opportunity to…

As part of an ongoing effort to enhance customer service, the City of Irvine is launching a new, streamlined, web-based platform for planning, building, and engineering applications. With Irvine Ready!, residents and businesses will no longer have to travel to the Irvine Civic Center to apply and…

The City of Irvine is seeking individuals interested in enriching the lives of older adults by volunteering to become a CHAMPION (Community Helper Assisting Mature Persons in Our Neighborhood). This unique volunteer position is designed to meet the needs of isolated seniors by matching them with…

To celebrate 18 years of community fun, the 2019 Irvine Global Village Festival will be one of the largest ones yet! The now two-day festival is October 12–13, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., at the Orange County Great Park. It will incorporate the best of Irvine's historic fall festivals to offer a wide variety…

The Irvine Fine Arts Center announces the opening of its latest exhibition, All Media 2019, an annual juried show featuring the work of Southern California artists. An opening reception is 4–6 p.m. Saturday, September 7, with an award presentations beginning at 5 p.m. The exhibition runs through…

The City of Irvine Police Department and Community Development Department are enhancing efforts to address quality of life issues that may impact our Irvine neighborhoods. Please join us at one of these upcoming meetings to learn about the services and solutions the City provides: Wednesday,…

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a sobriety checkpoint as part of the Department’s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be conducted Saturday, Aug. 24, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the area of Alton Parkway and Gateway. The…

Earlier today, Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva announced the proposed amendment of Assembly Bill 368 supporting the Golf Course site as the future home of the Southern California Veterans Cemetery, as designated by the Irvine City Council on July 23, 2019, during a special joint meeting. This…

Summer is almost over, and school is right around the corner. In honor of National Back-to-School Month, we have put together a waste reduction back-to-school guide for you and your family. We know that you work hard to ensure your children have a great and productive year. When preparing your…

California State Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva amends Assembly Bill 368 to support the Golf Course site as the future home for the Southern California’s Veterans Cemetery and urges motion on the project. According to Quirk-Silva's online post, she states, “With all of this information, I…

The City of Irvine is accepting applications for four volunteer positions on the Irvine Child Care Committee: two community members and two center- or home-based child care providers. The Irvine Child Care Committee acts in an advisory capacity to the Community Services Commission, providing input…

Flip through the fall edition of Inside Irvine for the latest City news, classes, events, and activities. In this issue, discover what’s new at the two-day Irvine Global Village Festival; learn about the City’s efforts to address the root causes of homelessness; get tips on sharing the road; and…