Irvine Police Arrest Woman for Felony Animal Cruelty

IRVINE, Calif. (May 31, 2023) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested Irvine resident Gabriela Barrera for felony animal abuse charges.

Contact E-mail Address
IPDPIO@cityofirvine.org
Contact Name
Karie Davies
Contact Phone
949-724-7112
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Irvine PD Press Release
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No
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Cool Irvine Sustainability Fair 2023

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Price
Free
Venue
Heritage Community Park
Department(s)
Sustainability Division

The 2023 Cool Irvine Sustainability Fair is Saturday, June 24, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at Heritage Community Park. Enjoy information and activities on energy efficiency, disaster preparedness, plant-based diets, rebates/tax credits (state and federal), water conservation, solar and battery storage, kids' activities, food trucks, and retail vendors.

City of Irvine Parks Ranked Fourth in 2023 National ParkScore Index

For the eighth consecutive year, the City of Irvine park system has been ranked among the top 10 in the nation by the Trust for Public Land.

Irvine ranked fourth in the country and first in California in the national nonprofit’s annual ParkScore Index, which is recognized as the national gold-standard comparison of park systems across the 100 most populated cities in the United States. The index is based on factors including park access, acreage, investment, and amenities.

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pio@cityofirvine.org
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Public Information Office
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949-724-6212
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Press Release
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For the eighth consecutive year, the City of Irvine park system has been ranked among the top 10 in the nation by the Trust for Public Land. Irvine ranked fourth in the country and first in California in the national nonprofit’s annual ParkScore Index.
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City of Irvine Launches Next Phase of Development at the Great Park through a Groundbreaking Ceremony

On Tuesday, May 23, at 10 a.m., the City of Irvine embarked on an exciting new chapter at the Great Park with a groundbreaking ceremony to commence construction on the next phase of development — the Great Park Framework Plan. The ceremony signified the commencement of a highly anticipated project and included the demolition of a former MCAS El Toro building and the launch of the new Great Park brand and website.

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pio@cityofirvine.org
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Public Information Office
Contact Phone
949-724-6212
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Press Release
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On Tuesday, May 23, at 10 a.m., the City of Irvine embarked on an exciting new chapter at the Great Park with a groundbreaking ceremony to commence construction on the next phase of development — the Great Park Framework Plan. 

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Free Paper Shredding Event

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Email
msawhney@cityofirvine.org
Phone
949-724-7449
Venue
Lakeview Senior Center
Department(s)
Sustainability Division

In partnership with the City of Irvine, Waste Management is hosting a free paper-shredding event at Lakeview Senior Center. Irvine residents can safely and securely dispose of up to five banker-size file boxes. The event is first-come, first-served and will end early if truck capacity is reached. Customers who wish to watch their paper be shredded will need to park in a designated area away from the truck and staff.

'New Normal: Skateboarding Now' & 'Deck Design: A Survey of Skateboard Evolution'

The City of Irvine is pleased to present the upcoming exhibitions, New Normal: Skateboarding Now at the Great Park Gallery, and Deck Design: A Survey of Skateboard Evolution at the Great Park Artist Studios –– opening Sunday, June 4, and concluding Sunday, August 27. These exhibitions will also feature two interactive Slushcult Fingerboard Sessions at the Great Park Artists Studio and Palm Court Arts Complex.

Contact E-mail Address
pio@cityofirvine.org
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Public Information Office
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949-724-6212
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Press Release
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The City of Irvine is pleased to present the upcoming exhibitions, New Normal: Skateboarding Now at the Great Park Gallery, and Deck Design: A Survey of Skateboard Evolution at the Great Park Artists Studio –– opening Sunday, June 4, and concluding Sunday, August 27. 
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General Plan Update Community Workshop

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Venue
Los Olivos Community Center

The City of Irvine is preparing an update to its General Plan, a state-required document representing its vision for the next 25 years and beyond. The 2045 General Plan Update will include goals and policies to help the City reach its long-term vision of preserving and enhancing Irvine’s high quality of life as the City matures.

Two community workshops will be held for residents to learn more about the Update as we focus on the land use and circulation elements, ask questions, and provide input. The workshops will take place at the following times and locations:

General Plan Update Community Workshop

Clone state (do not change)

The City of Irvine is preparing an update to its General Plan, a state-required document representing its vision for the next 25 years and beyond. The 2045 General Plan Update will include goals and policies to help the City reach its long-term vision of preserving and enhancing Irvine’s high quality of life as the City matures.

Two community workshops will be held for residents to learn more about the Update as we focus on the land use and circulation elements, ask questions, and provide input. The workshops will take place at the following times and locations:

Irvine Police Investigating a Fatal Traffic Collision

Irvine, Calif. (May 20, 2023) – A man has died after his vehicle collided with a tree.

Today, at 4:05 a.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) and Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) responded to reports of a single-vehicle traffic collision on Harvard Avenue, near University Drive.

Contact E-mail Address
ipdpio@cityofirvine.org
Contact Name
Kyle Oldoerp
Contact Phone
949-724-7134
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Irvine PD Press Release
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