From City Hall to You - June 19, 2026

City of Newport Beach, California sent this bulletin at 06/19/2026 03:09 PM PDT

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Dear Community Members,

Tuesday’s City Council meeting includes several items that will help shape Newport Beach’s future, while elsewhere in the community, some unmistakable signs of summer are beginning to appear.

During the Study Session, the City Council will review the results of the City’s Mixed-Use Study, completed through a State-funded grant program as part of the Housing Element implementation process. The study examined whether existing mixed-use zoning regulations create barriers to housing and mixed-use development and identified potential changes for future consideration. The presentation will include recommendations for the City Council's review.

Another item on the agenda is the Newport Beach 2050 General Plan. An important milestone in a process that has been years in the making. The General Plan serves as the City’s long-range blueprint, guiding decisions on land use, transportation, parks, public facilities, housing and environmental resources. The process included years of outreach and input from residents, business owners, commissions and advisory groups, all aimed at ensuring that Newport Beach remains the exceptional community we enjoy today while thoughtfully preparing for the future. The year 2050 may sound far away, but good planning cannot wait.

I remember when the City began working on the General Plan update in 2019, before State housing requirements required us to pause that effort and shift our focus to the Housing Element. Bringing the General Plan update to this important stage is therefore especially exciting for the City and our community.

The City Council will also review and appoint members to the new Police Headquarters Advisory Committee. Comprised of three councilmembers and four Newport Beach residents, the advisory committee will help evaluate location, design and budget for a future headquarters facility. The committee will provide recommendations to the City Council for their consideration. The entire project will be a community-driven process, and residents will have many opportunities to participate as the conversation moves forward. This is an important committee to discuss and ensure the City’s continued commitment to providing the very best in public safety.

Outside City Hall, a familiar summer tradition returns on Monday, June 22, when 250 American flags will be installed across the Civic Center lawn in recognition of our nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The display offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the service, sacrifice and shared history that continues to shape our country. If you’re in the area, I encourage you to stop by and take a look. It’s always an impressive sight, and the flags will remain on display through July 6.

Summer also brings the return of Junior Guards, one of Newport Beach’s most cherished traditions. For the first time in the program’s history, 1,500 participants are enrolled, making this the largest Junior Guard class. Over the next seven weeks, they will learn ocean safety, basic first aid, teamwork, leadership and respect for the water. For many Newport Beach families, Junior Guards is more than a summer activity. It is a rite of passage that spans generations and, for some participants, becomes the first step toward eventually serving the community as a Newport Beach lifeguard. While you’re driving throughout the community, you will not only see the many Junior Guards riding their bikes to and from the program, but also our dedicated Newport Beach Police Department Volunteers, who ensure safety for those on the road and on the ferry.

As always, thank you for staying informed and engaged in our community.

Warmly,

Seimone Jurjis, City Manager

sjurjis@newportbeachca.gov

Group photo of Newport Beach leaders at the beach, with hundreds of Junior Guards gathered behind them during the opening event.

City Manager Seimone Jurjis, Councilmember Joe Stapleton, Newport Beach Lifeguard Captain Gary Conwell, Councilmember Sara J. Weber, Councilmember Michelle Barto, Newport Beach Assistant Chief Brian O'Rourke, and Councilmember Erik Weigand.

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Corona del Mar’s 3rd Thursday Returns July 16 with “Endless Summer” Celebration

Corona del Mar’s popular 3rd Thursday series returns Thursday, July 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. with an “Endless Summer” theme and a variety of activities throughout the Village.

The community event will feature live music, shopping promotions, food and drink specials, family-friendly activities and unique experiences hosted by local businesses along Pacific Coast Highway.

Highlights include live performances by Grounded and a steel drum band, a Duke mural unveiling at ACE Hardware, an interactive bubble exhibit at the Corona del Mar Library Branch, pet adoptions at Corona del Mar Animal Hospital and a Wild Wing and Anaheim Ducks street team activation at the Sherman Library & Gardens lot.

Attendees can also visit Fire Station No. 5 for an open house, meet Newport Beach Police Department personnel at a Mini Mobile Café in the Poppy Bank lot, enjoy games and giveaways and take advantage of special offers from participating businesses.

3rd Thursdays has grown into a signature Corona del Mar tradition, bringing together residents, visitors and local businesses for seasonal celebrations throughout the year.

Corona del Mar 3rd Thursdays “Endless Summer” on July 16, 5–8 p.m., featuring live music, shopping, dining and family activities.

Guide to July 16’s Corona del Mar 3rd Thursdays event, showing activities, entertainment and participating business locations.

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Online Crime Reporting

Did you know there are certain types of crimes you can report via the Newport Beach Police Department website? Depending on the incident circumstances, the Police Department is able to take reports online, over the phone, at our front desk or with a police officer. These types of crimes are reportable on the website:

Check Fraud
Credit Card Fraud
Custody Violation
Harassing Phone Calls
Identity Theft
Lost Property
Mission Persons
Suspicious Circumstances
Theft
Theft from Vehicle
Vandalism
Vehicle Vandalism

Other types of crimes should be reported via the Non-Emergency Dispatch line (949-644-3717) or via 911 for emergencies. For more information or to make a report online, check out NBPD’s website: https://www.nbpd.org/what-we-do/services/make-a-report.

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This Summer, Take Back Your Reading Time!

Registration is now open for the Newport Beach Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, which runs through August 1. All ages, all branches. Join our citywide Summer Reading Challenge as we work toward one bold goal: one million minutes of reading! Register at newportbeachlibrary.org.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 23

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

4 p.m.
City Council Chambers
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, California 92660

THURSDAY, JUNE 25

ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING

10 a.m.
Via Zoom

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