Community Link Newsletter: February 13-20, 2025

City of Irvine sent this bulletin at 02/13/2025 03:15 PM PST

Be Rain Ready

Irvine is expected to receive up to 2 inches of rain this week and a flood watch is in effect through Friday at 4 a.m.

Sandbags: Available at the City’s Operations Support Facility (6427 Oak Canyon Road) from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Limit: 10 per household, first-come, first-served. More info: Be-Rain-Ready. Additional locations: Sand Bag Locations.

Report Issues: Call 949-724-7000, use the Access Irvine app, or visit cityofirvine.org/howcanwehelp.

Emergency Preparedness: Get resources to stay prepared for wildfires, earthquakes, and floods. Learn about emergency kits, family plans, and alerts at cityofirvine.org/prepare.

Stay safe and dry!

Mapped for Success: Irvine’s New Property Dashboard

New Dashboard for Irvine Property Listings

The City of Irvine has launched the Available Property & Community Analytics Dashboard, a tool for browsing available properties for sale and lease.

Business owners can access real estate listings and key data, including:

Demographics
Labor force
Consumer expenditures

Custom map layers provide insights on zoning and development factors.

For site verification, contact the Planning Team at planning@cityofirvine.org or 949-724-6308. In-person appointments with the Community Development Assistance Center can be scheduled online.

View the dashboard and video tutorial, or explore business resources at cityofirvine.org/economic-development.

Spring Classes & Summer Camp Registration Opens February 15

Get ready for a season of fun! City of Irvine spring classes and summer camps offer activities in arts, sports, outdoor adventures, and more — perfect for kids to explore new interests and make friends.

Registration opens 6 a.m., February 15 — spots fill quickly! Sign up at yourirvine.org.

Free Tax Preparation in Irvine

The City of Irvine and Orange County United Way offer free tax preparation for those earning $67,000 or less in 2024. IRS-certified volunteers assist with filing and applying for credits like CalEITC and the Young Child Tax Credit.

Harvard Community Center | 14701 Harvard Ave.
January 28–April 8 | Tuesdays, noon–6 p.m.

Appointments required—call 211 to schedule. Learn more at cityofirvine.org/freetaxfiling.

DE&I

This Week in DE&I

There are many cultural and religious holidays celebrated and recognized throughout our community this month. Learn about some of the significant dates being observed in Irvine below and on our DE&I calendar.

February 13: Tu BiShvat – The Jewish “New Year of the Trees,” celebrating nature with tree planting and ecological awareness.

February 14: Frederick Douglass’ birthday – Honoring the abolitionist whose writings and speeches helped shape the fight for freedom.

February 14: Lailatul Barat – An Islamic night of prayer and forgiveness, believed to determine destinies for the coming year.

February 15: Nirvana Day – A Buddhist observance of the Buddha’s passing, marked by prayers and reflection on his teachings.

February 15: Susan B. Anthony’s birthday – Celebrating the women's rights leader who fought for suffrage and equality.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

February 15, 1–3 p.m.
Wear California on Your Sleeve: DIY Button-making

February 17
Presidents' Day
City Hall Closed

February 18, 5:30 p.m.
Transportation Commission

February 19, 4 p.m.
Community Services Commission

February 20, 9 a.m.
Irvine Advisory Commission for Older Adults

February 20, 5:30 p.m.
Planning Commission

View the City Calendar

Road Construction and Capital Improvement Projects

View the Road Construction Map

View the Capital Improvement Projects Map

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