Community Link Newsletter: March 13–21, 2025

Mayor Larry Agran Delivers 2025 State of the City Address

Mayor Larry Agran delivered the 2025 State of the City Address before a full audience in the Council Chamber, declaring Irvine’s future bright and setting ambitious goals to ensure the City remains a national leader.

Reflecting on Irvine’s legacy as a master-planned community built through strategic planning and collaboration, Mayor Agran outlined his vision for Irvine as the Safest, Smartest, Greenest, Healthiest, and Kindest City in America.

View an on-demand recording of the State of the City Address.

Download photos of the State of the City Address.

Read the State of the City Address here.

Library Community Meetings 

The City of Irvine is transitioning library services from the County of Orange to a new Irvine Public Library system, allowing for a more personalized, local approach to library services. 

With this transition, the City is committed to creating dynamic library spaces that foster civic engagement and community growth, along with access to educational resources. 

Join us on one of the following dates to provide input on the future of your Irvine Public Library and help ensure library services meet the needs and desires of our community. 

Monday, March 17, 6-6:45 p.m.
Deerfield Community Center

Saturday, March 22, 10-10:45 a.m.
5301 California Ave., Suite 300

Wednesday, March 26, 7-7:45 p.m.
Stonegate Elementary - Multipurpose Room, 100 Honors

Thursday, April 10, 6:30-7:15 p.m. 
University Community Center

Learn more by visiting irvinepubliclibrary.org. 

Voting Set to Begin for Special Municipal Election

The City of Irvine will hold a Special Municipal Election Tuesday, April 15, for a Councilmember to represent Council District 5 through the end of 2026.

Registered voters in the communities of Woodbridge, University Park, Rancho San Joaquin, and portions of Westpark south of Barranca Parkway will receive their combined voter information guide and vote-by-mail ballot beginning March 17.  

Ballots can be mailed (no postage required) or dropped off at one of these Ballot Drop Box locations starting March 17:

• Rancho Senior Center, 3 Ethel Coplen Way
• University Park Library, 4512 Sandburg Way

Not registered to vote? Register by March 31 at ocvote.gov.

To view District 5 boundaries, visit cityofirvine.org/yourdistrict. To learn more about the election, visit cityofirvine.org/election.

Spring Arts & Culture at the Great Park

Celebrate spring with free art, music, and cultural events at the Great Park. Enjoy live jazz, exhibitions, and hands-on activities for all ages.

Orange County Archives Bazaar — Explore the history of Orange County’s Vietnamese-American community through exhibitions and interactive activities. No registration required.

• Sunday, March 16, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Great Park Gallery, Studio, and Hangar 244

Jazz in the Palm Court — Enjoy live jazz inspired by the More Than You Can Chew exhibition. Bring chairs or blankets for seating. No registration required.

• Sunday, March 16, 1–3 p.m.
• Saturday, April 19, 1–3 p.m. Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex

Origami for Breakfast Art Activity — Create paper breakfast foods using origami techniques. Open to all skill levels.

• Saturday, April 19, 1–3 p.m. Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex

The Great Park is located at 8000 Great Park Blvd. 

Learn more by visiting yourgreatpark.org/arts or calling 949-724-6247.

OC Soccer Club — Irvine Community Night

Join Orange County Soccer Club for Celebrate Irvine Night Saturday, March 15, as the team faces Lexington SC at Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium.

In celebration of the Irvine community, general admission and reserved seating tickets are available at a 20% discount. Don’t miss this chance to experience world-class soccer right in your backyard.

Purchase tickets 

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.

March 13–14: Purim — Commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia.

March 13–April 15: Deaf History Month — Celebrates the contributions of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

March 14: Holi — The Festival of Colors, celebrating spring and the triumph of good over evil.

March 17: St. Patrick’s Day — Honoring Ireland’s patron saint and celebrating Irish culture.

March 17–21: National LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Week — Highlights the unique health needs of LGBTQ+ individuals.

March 20: Nowruz — Persian New Year, symbolizing renewal and growth.

March 21: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination — Promotes racial harmony and commemorates the 1960 Sharpeville massacre.

March 21: World Down Syndrome Day — Raises awareness and promotes inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Road Construction and Capital Improvement Projects