Mayor Larry Agran Honored for His Decades of Leadership in Advancing Affordable Housing Programs

Jamboree CEO Laura Archuleta with Mayor Larry Agran

On October 18th, Jamboree Housing Corporation (Jamboree) celebrated its 35th anniversary by debuting its Jamboree Legacy Award — an honor intended to recognize visionary leaders whose work has significantly advanced housing affordability and community well-being. The inaugural award was presented to Irvine Mayor Larry Agran for his decades of leadership in advancing affordable housing and establishing inclusive communities.

Jamboree is an award-winning nonprofit housing development company that works with community leaders like Mayor Agran to acquire, renovate, and manage permanently affordable rental and ownership housing for working families, veterans, seniors, and people with special needs. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Irvine, Jamboree’s mission is to transform lives through high-quality affordable housing and life-changing resident services.

In announcing the award, Jamboree praised Mayor Agran for being “a trailblazing public servant whose decades of leadership have shaped one of the most inclusive and forward-thinking housing landscapes in the nation.”

Laura Archuleta, President and CEO of Jamboree, said honoring Mayor Agran at this milestone event was both well-deserved and deeply meaningful to the organization. “Larry’s vision and determination have not only shaped Irvine into one of the most inclusive cities in the country, but have also set a powerful example of what’s possible when we prioritize housing for all,” said Archuleta. “At a time when flawed housing policies are fueling a homelessness crisis across California, his leadership demonstrates how bold, thoughtful policy can create long-term solutions. His work has been a cornerstone in our shared mission to create vibrant communities where every resident has the opportunity to thrive. We are proud to celebrate his legacy at this milestone event for Jamboree.”

Under Mayor Agran’s leadership, the City of Irvine has established more than 5,000 affordable housing units — more than any other city in Orange County — with an ambitious initiative currently under way to double that number in the next few years by converting existing apartments into beautiful affordable housing units.

Jamboree thanked Mayor Agran for his collaborative work with the nonprofit that stretches back decades, including the preservation of The Meadows mobile home park for seniors age 55+ as affordable housing — a development that remains a cornerstone of Irvine’s inclusive community. “Working together in Irvine — and with partners like Jamboree — let’s set an example of outstanding local governance,” said Mayor Agran. “We will leverage our advantages, build on our successes, and continue to be among America’s safest, smartest, greenest, healthiest, and kindest cities. That’s why we’re moving forward now with ‘instant affordability’ — so families and children facing housing instability or homelessness receive immediate, priority access to safe, high-quality housing.”

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