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Ballots for the November 5 General Municipal Election have been mailed to all registered voters. This is the City of Irvine’s first district-based election, and Irvine voters will notice some changes on their ballots with this transition. In March, nearly 60% of Irvine voters approved Measure D,…

Irvine, Calif. (October 9, 2024) – 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…

The Irvine Fine Arts Center invites the community to the annual Holiday Faire Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Great Park. The Holiday Faire is an opportunity to support the art community through shopping unique, handmade gifts for purchase from more than 100 local and regional artisans…

Did you attend this year's Irvine Global Village Festival on Saturday, October 5, at the Great Park? What did you think of the food, live music performances, art exhibitions, Kids Village, or the Sports & Games arena? We want your feedback! Let us know your thoughts by taking a short online…

Dress in ghoulishly inspired costumes and join the City of Irvine for a Halloween celebration at Monster Splash Saturday, October 26, 1–5 p.m., at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center.  Monster Splash features trick-or-treating around the pool decks, a spellbinding, floating pumpkin…

The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two volunteer member-at-large vacancies on the Irvine Sports Committee. The committee is composed of representatives from Irvine’s youth sports organizations. It provides the City Council and the Community Services Commission with input and…

The City of Irvine has partnered with South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) to assist Irvine residents transition to zero-emission lawn and garden equipment. Residential lawn and garden equipment rebates are now available for Irvine residents. Each household can receive up…

The City of Irvine has been voted “Best City to Live in” for the ninth consecutive year by The Orange County Register readers. Home to more than 310,000 residents, Irvine continues to exemplify a livable City, master-planned for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. Irvine boasts one of the…

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will be participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free service, which allows the public to anonymously discard prescription medications, addresses a…

The City of Irvine and OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) hosted an informational meeting about the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill on Wednesday, September 18, at Portola Springs Community Center. The meeting offered an opportunity for the community to learn about the landfill, the strict state and federal…

On Tuesday, September 17, the City of Irvine hosted a Heart of the Park Showcase to share the next area of the Great Park, the Heart of the Park. This park area spans nearly 200 acres and includes world-class amenities like an amphitheater, Grand Promenade, Great Meadow, Full Circle Farm, North and…

The City of Irvine launched a voting district dashboard to inform residents of key features and facilities within the City of Irvine in advance of the November 5 election. This resource is intended to better educate residents on their districts and create a more informed community. On October 10,…

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) has arrested a 19-year-old man for burglary.    Since May, Detectives have investigated multiple residential burglaries in the 3900 block of Parkview Lane in the Park West Apartment Community. It appears the suspect chose apartment homes occupied by…

Irvine, Calif. (September 6, 2024) – 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…

September is National Preparedness Month, and it’s important to plan, prepare, and protect your pet in advance of an emergency. After all, these furry, feathered, or scaled members of your family are just as loved and important! Here are a few tips on how to incorporate pets into your emergency…

The 2025 Irvine Animal Care Center wall calendar is available for online ordering now through October 15. Calendars will only be sold online for $20. Discounted pricing or reduced shipping costs for multiple calendar purchases are not available at this time. Calendars will be mailed out in November…

Join City of Irvine officials and the Great Park Board of Directors to learn about the next phase of development at the park, the Heart of the Park, by attending the Heart of the Park Showcase Tuesday, September 17, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.  The project area spans nearly 200 acres and includes…

The City of Irvine has once again been recognized nationally for utilizing best practices in public procurement. For the 19th consecutive year, the City’s Administrative Services Department has received the prestigious annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) award from the National…

The City of Irvine invites the community to learn about maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle at the 15th annual Healthy Living Expo, September 20, 9 a.m.–noon at Lakeview Senior Center. This free event is designed for adults ages 50 and older and features fitness demonstrations, health…

Free Compost for Irvine Residents Irvine residents can receive up to three pre-packaged bags (20 pounds per bag) of free compost 9 a.m.–noon Saturday, October 19, at the Great Park in Lot 8. Compost will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Direction from 5 and 405…