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IRVINE, Calif. (March 18, 2020): In an effort to ensure the safety of City staff and the public, all Community Centers will be closed, effective Wednesday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m. The closure is the latest emergency measure to go into effect as part of the City’s executive order that was issued on…

See Mayor Shea's update about COVID-19 and all of the actions the City of Irvine is taking to prevent the spread of the virus as of March 17, 2020.

Effective March 17 through March 31, the Materials Exchange Programs (MEPs) at our Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers will be closed to all residents as a precautionary measure against the ongoing novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At this time, our drive-thru services at the…

IRVINE, Calif. (March 17, 2020): Today, City of Irvine officials issued a proclamation declaring a local emergency, announced the closure of City Hall, and took additional steps to protect the public and prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “We want our community to know that the…

Today, March 16, 2020, President Donald. J. Trump announced new guidelines to address COVID-19. Below, please find additional information on The President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America: 15 Days to Slow the Spread.  As a reminder, the CDC’s official Coronavirus website – coronavirus.gov…

To our valued members and community partners: Out of an abundance of caution, the Greater Irvine Chamber is taking proactive measures to protect the health and well-being of our members, volunteers, staff, and visitors. To help prevent the risk of Coronavirus occurrences in our community, the…

A Letter from Terry Walker, Irvine Unified School District Superintendent  After careful deliberation, the Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) has made the decision to close all IUSD schools and facilities effective Monday, March 16 with an anticipated return date of Monday, April 6.…

Effective March 13, 2020 at 5 p.m., the City of Irvine will temporarily close its Senior Centers as a Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) precautionary measure to help protect our senior population. Lakeview and Rancho Senior Centers and Trabuco Center will be closed for senior programming, activities and…

In response to recent events pertaining to COVID-19, Mayor Shea has requested an emergency City Council Meeting take place today, Thursday, March 12 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber. View the agenda (Open in new window).  Given this is a rapidly evolving situation the City of Irvine is in…

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a new executive order further enhancing California’s ability to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor’s order: Waives the one-week waiting period for people who are unemployed and/or disabled as a result of COVID-19; Delays the deadline for…

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 Friday, March 13, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.…

As the University Drive Widening project continues, traffic modifications will be made during the week of March 9, weather permitting, to accommodate construction development. Modifications include reducing traffic to one lane in each direction, between Campus Drive and MacArthur Boulevard, for an…

The City of Irvine’s annual High School Art Exhibition is Friday, March 20–Saturday, April 11 at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. The multimedia show features original artwork — such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculptures, digital media, and mixed media — produced by students from Irvine high…

The City of Irvine is seeking applications for three vacancies on the Irvine Residents with Disabilities Advisory Board. The board is a public advisory body of the City of Irvine that reports to the Community Services Commission. Its members provide input on the needs of Irvine residents with…

A February 2020 survey of 753 Orange County adults showed overwhelming support for the decision to build the Orange County Great Park rather than an airport.  One of the questions on the survey, which queried OC residents on climate change, asked, "In 2002, OC voters decided…

The Irvine Animal Care Center is in need of foster caregivers able to open their hearts and homes to our most vulnerable animals. Spring is just around the corner and the center will soon be overflowing with newborn kittens. Orphaned kittens require the same care that kittens with mothers require,…

The Orange County Great Park offers a variety of spring camps for kids ages 3-14. Camps run March 30-April 3, and include chess, sand volleyball, soccer, tennis, and basketball. Registration is now open at yourirvine.org (Open in new window). Browse all offerings and sign your children up today!…

Mayor Christina L. Shea delivered her State of the City Address on February 25 to a capacity crowd in the Irvine City Hall Council Chamber. Topics included sustainability, public safety, fiscal strength, and development at the Orange County Great Park. In her address, Mayor Shea announced that the…

The Irvine Animal Care Center invites the community to support its Foster Donation Drive, March 1–31. Support the center’s new puppies, kittens, and young rabbits, as well as recuperating animals, by donating supplies such as formula, pet training pads, and toys. View a complete Amazon wish list…

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 Saturday, Feb. 15, from 8 p.m. to 2…