City of Irvine Earns a Perfect Score of 100 in Nationwide Municipal Equality Index

The City of Irvine earned a perfect score of 100 — and nine bonus points — on the 2022 Municipal Equality Index (MEI), a Human Rights Campaign (HRC) rating system based on non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, municipal services, law enforcement, and the City leadership's public position on equality.

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The City earned a perfect score of 100 — and nine bonus points — on the 2022 Municipal Equality Index, a Human Rights Campaign rating system based on non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, municipal services, law enforcement, and leadership's position on equality.
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Free Paper Shredding Event

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msawhney@cityofirvine.org
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949-724-7449
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Lakeview Senior Center
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Sustainability Division

In partnership with the City of Irvine, Waste Management is hosting a free paper-shredding event Saturday, January 28, 9–11 a.m. 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.

City of Irvine Recognized for Having One of the Best Geographic Information System Programs in North America through the 2022 Geospatial Maturity Index Survey

The City of Irvine has been recognized as having one of the best Geographic Information System (GIS) programs in North America, according to the 2022 Geospatial Maturity Index survey released earlier this month by PSD Citywide. The City tied for third place with a score of 95.6% in the 2022 Geospatial Maturity Index Report, which evaluated organizations in the United States and Canada.

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The City of Irvine has been recognized as having one of the best Geographic Information System (GIS) programs in North America, according to the 2022 Geospatial Maturity Index survey. 
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'Art at City Hall' Winter Exhibition 'Old Town Irvine' Opening December 9

The City of Irvine is pleased to announce the opening of the winter art exhibition, Old Town Irvine, presented as part of the Art at City Hall series. The exhibition will be on display Friday, December 9, through Friday, March 17. An opening reception will be held Thursday, December 15, 3–5 p.m., at Irvine City Hall.

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The City of Irvine is pleased to announce the opening of the winter art exhibition, Old Town Irvine, presented as part of the Art at City Hall series. The exhibition will be on display Friday, December 9, through Friday, March 17. 

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Irvine Animal Care Center to Host 16th Annual Home for the Holidays Adoption Fair

The City of Irvine Animal Care Center will host its 16th annual Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Fair Sunday, December 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Pet rescue groups and animal shelters will bring hundreds of homeless dogs, cats, rabbits, and small animals for adoption.

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The City of Irvine Animal Care Center will host its 16th annual Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Fair Sunday, December 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Tickets will be on sale at the door for $5 per adult; children are free. Parking is free.
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Great Park Development & Framework Plan November Town Hall

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Great Park

In 2022, the City of Irvine approved the Great Park Framework Plan to guide the next phase of development. The plan’s initial phase brings 300 acres of exciting new park amenities, including a world-class outdoor amphitheater, new cultural attractions, and expansive space dedicated to unprogrammed passive enjoyment. The next phase draws on extensive community input to deliver an expanding array of new opportunities to secure the park’s place among the world’s greatest metropolitan parks.

Great Park Development and Framework Plan Town Hall is January 23, 2023

In 2022, the City of Irvine approved the Great Park Framework Plan to guide the next phase of development. The plan’s initial phase brings 300 acres of exciting new park amenities, including a world-class outdoor amphitheater, new cultural attractions, and expansive space dedicated to unprogrammed passive enjoyment. The next phase draws on extensive community input to deliver an expanding array of new opportunities to secure the park’s place among the world’s greatest metropolitan parks.

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The community is invited to a public town hall Monday, January 23, 7-9 p.m., to learn more about the continued development planned for Great Park. This meeting is open to the public and no RSVP is needed.
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Art at City Hall Old Town Irvine Opening Reception

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Irvine Civic Center
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Community & Library Services Department

The City of Irvine is pleased to announce the opening of the winter art exhibition, Old Town Irvine, presented as part of the Art at City Hall series. The exhibition will be on display Friday, December 9, 2022, through Friday, March 17, 2023. An opening reception will be held Thursday, December 15, 3–5 p.m., at Irvine City Hall.

City of Irvine Now Accepting Letters to Santa

Santa is going digital this holiday season, and would love to hear from his friends in Irvine! Starting November 14, parents can use the City’s magic online mailbox to send their children’s letters and teachers can send letters on behalf of their classrooms.

All letters will receive email responses. Allow one week for responses. In-person drop-off and pick-up of handwritten letters will not be available. Letters will be accepted until December 12.

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Santa is going digital this holiday season, and would love to hear from his friends in Irvine! Starting November 14, parents can use the City’s magic online mailbox to send their children’s letters and teachers can send letters on behalf of their classrooms.
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