Balt, a global neurovascular medical device company specializing in stroke treatment technologies, is continuing to expand its manufacturing and research operations in the City of Irvine with the opening of its second local facility as part of the company's broader long-term U.S. growth strategy.

Balt commemorated the opening of its second Irvine facility on May 12, marking another milestone in the company's continued investment in the City and further strengthening Irvine's position as a premier destination for life sciences innovation and advanced manufacturing.

The City of Irvine extended the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center lease with OC Waste & Recycling to December 31, 2027. The facility will remain open at the current location while a new permanent site is identified.

The collection center will continue to be open Tuesday–Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and closed on rainy days and holidays. If you need to contact the collection center, call 714-834-4000. Please note that proof of Orange County residency is required to drop off items at the collection center.

The City of Irvine has launched the Irvine Center of Innovation & Entrepreneurship — presented by John Shen and Stella Zhang — a landmark initiative located at 510 Technology Drive within Irvine's Healthcare Corridor. The approximately 25,000-square-foot Center will provide office and lab coworking space with integrated services that bring together entrepreneurs, startups, investors, business resource organizations, and strategic partners to help innovators start, grow, and scale.