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Welcome to the Community Link Newsletter
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The year 2021 is a big one for the City of Irvine as we will be celebrating our 50th Anniversary! We want all residents, business, and visitors to celebrate with us as we reach this important milestone. To start off the new year, we are introducing our new weekly newsletter which aims to keep residents and businesses connected to us and all that is going on in and throughout the City.
Through this newsletter, which will be sent out every Friday, you can expect to learn more about ongoing projects at the City, upcoming meetings and events, announcements, and items of note, such as how we'll celebrate our 50th anniversary.
You can connect with us and learn more by visiting our website at cityofirvine.org, and following us on our social media channels, listed at the bottom of this email. We look forward to connecting with you and sharing details from the City for what will be a historic year ahead.
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New City Council Sworn into Office
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The City of Irvine swore-in the newly-elected Mayor and City Councilmembers Tuesday, December 8. The ceremony included Mayor Farrah N. Khan, Councilmember Mike Carroll, Councilmember Tammy Kim, and Councilmember Larry Agran.
Councilmember Tammy Kim was elected Vice Mayor. The City Council will hold their first meeting of the new year on Tuesday, January 12.
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COVID-19 & Business Reopening Task Forces
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In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Mayor Farrah N. Khan announced the COVID-19 and Business Reopening Task Forces to guide the City of Irvine in 2021 and beyond.
The City, in partnership with key business leaders, will coordinate establishment of the Business Reopening Task Force to assist the Mayor in her efforts to help promote small business growth, support local entrepreneurship, target industry relocation within City boundaries, and assist the City in remaining responsive to the business community.
The first meeting was held on December 18. More information will be shared as it becomes available.
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Orange County Power Authority Update
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The cities of Buena Park, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, and Lake Forest have joined Irvine in executing a Joint Powers Agreement forming the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA).
OCPA expects to offer rate savings, electricity rate stabilization, local control over energy sources, economic development initiatives, and place more renewable energy onto the grid while supporting programs to reduce energy consumption.
The City of Irvine has appointed Mayor Farrah N. Khan and Councilmember Mike Carroll to serve on the OCPA Board. Two meetings of the board were held in December. For more information on the Orange County Power Authority, visit our website at cityofirvine.org/ocpa. For more information on City of Irvine’s Community Choice Energy efforts, please visit our Community Choice Energy website.
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Let's Hear from You: Jamboree Pedestrian Bridge Survey
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The City of Irvine needs your feedback as we continue to identify potential locations for a pedestrian bridge over Jamboree Road in between I-405 and Barranca Parkway. Share your input by taking our survey at ibcconnects.com. Please note that a pedestrian bridge is already planned at Michelson Drive. This survey is specifically related to a pedestrian bridge that will be located north of I-405 in the Irvine Business Complex.
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Take the OCTA’s Natural Disaster Preparation Survey
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How do you prepare for hazards and natural disasters? The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is conducting a survey to learn about OCTA customers’ experiences with natural disasters and how to better prepare for potential hazards that may impact public transportation. Let them know what you think by taking their survey.
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City Hall Remains Closed to the Public
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City Hall remains closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Essential services are available online, by telephone, or video conference. Learn more about how to access services on our COVID-19 webpage.
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Upcoming Meetings & Events
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