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The City of Irvine, in partnership with the nonprofit OC Goes Solar, is excited to announce the launch of Solarize Irvine. This program helps Irvine residents who are interested in learning about new ways to support the City’s ambitious goal of carbon neutrality, and provides access to group…

The City of Irvine kicked off the development of its first Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) in June 2021. By setting ambitious but achievable emissions reduction targets and laying out thoughtfully planned greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and climate adaptation measures, the CAAP…

The South Coast Chinese Cultural Center (SCCCC) and the City of Irvine will host a book launch celebration for Chinese-Americans in Irvine 1971–2021. The free event will take place Wednesday, May 4, at City Hall. The reception will begin at 5 p.m., and the formal program will start at 6 p.m. in the…

Earth Day is April 22, and the City of Irvine invites residents and businesses to celebrate with various activities, events, and calls-to-action during the month of April and beyond. Visit Quail Hill Community Center Saturday, April 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and enjoy a guided hike, compost demo,…

Irvine Senior Services will host free Open House events Wednesday, April 27, from 1 to 3 p.m. to give residents and community members a look at programs and services offered at three dedicated senior centers in Irvine. Visitors are invited to view program demonstrations, take home flyers with…

Support expecting families from Irvine's adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion! Donate baby clothes, swaddle blankets, and newborn toiletries to the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee Baby Gift Drive. All donations go to families at Camp Pendleton. Donations can be dropped off through May 6 during…

Mayor Farrah N. Khan has joined mayors across the country for the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation by asking residents and businesses to make a long-term commitment to manage water resources more wisely.   The annual challenge, April 1-30, is a nonprofit national…

Join the City of Irvine in “Serving Up Smiles” to our community’s seniors by becoming an Irvine Senior Services volunteer. There is an urgent need for Meals on Wheels drivers and Dining Room servers. Shifts are available 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Mondays–Fridays. Time commitments are as little as one day…

The Irvine Police Department has partnered with Project 529 (Open in new window) to give Irvine residents a quick and easy way to register their bikes with the City.  Project 529 Garage offers a platform for residents to provide contact information and upload photos of their bike to…

The Irvine Animal Care Center invites all runners, walkers, and animal-lovers to support animals in need during its 2022 Virtual 5K throughout the month of April. The center’s Virtual 5K can be completed at any location you choose April 1–30, can be done at your own pace, and is timed yourself…

The City of Irvine is hosting Spring Around the World, a celebration of springtime cultural holidays and traditions. This free event will take place Saturday, April 2, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., in the heart of Great Park. Spring Around the World will be a meaningful, inclusive celebration that incorporates…

During the month of April 2022, the City of Irvine is partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank Orange County to collect sealed, unused takeout utensil packs and unopened condiment packets that many of us receive but do not need. Donations will be used by Second Harvest in meal programs. Drop…

In an effort to provide more equitable and affordable internet service, Cox is doubling the download speeds for low-cost internet options for users of the ConnectAssist (Open in new window) and Connect2Compete (Open in new window) programs. The speeds will be increased from 50Mbps to…

Throw on your swimsuits and join us at the pool to celebrate spring during the City of Irvine Egg-a-POOL-Looza event Saturday, April 16, 3-6 p.m., at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. Children will be split into three egg hunt waves based on age for hunts around the pool. In addition, kids can…

The City of Irvine's Office of Emergency Management will hold a virtual Disaster Preparedness Webinar Monday, March 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Residents are invited to join the virtual webinar to learn about local emergency hazards, emergency alerts and warnings, and personal and family…

On March 26, the City of Irvine, Caltrans, and Waste Management are partnering to provide a community cleanup event where residents can dispose of bulky items for no cost. The Dump Day event will be held at the Jeffrey Park and Ride Lot (5595 ½ Walnut Ave.) and is designed to prevent illegal…

Irvine, Calif. (March 14, 2022) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License checkpoint as part of the Department’s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be conducted on…

On March 9, Mayor Farrah N. Khan delivered her State of the City Address at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Topics included a review of 2021 accomplishments, as well as highlights and initiatives for 2022. In her address, Mayor Khan reiterated her commitment to healing, recovery, and growth. In 2021,…

California COVID-19 Rent Relief Program for Irvine Residents The State of California COVID-19 Rent Relief program is no longer accepting new applications.   Tenants that applied to the State of California COVID-19 Rent Relief program prior to March 31, 2022, and whose applications are still…

On March 9, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra met with City of Irvine officials about our nation’s mental health crisis, and how to strengthen the mental health and crisis care systems in our communities. Congresswoman Katie Porter, Mayor Farrah N. Khan, Councilmember Tammy…