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Woollett Aquatics Center Expansion

Woollett Aquatics Center Expansion

Improvements are currently underway at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center.

Construction has begun on a major expansion that will bring new amenities for residents of all ages — including an additional pool, splash pad, Ninja Cross obstacle course, modern locker rooms, expanded bleacher seating, sports lighting, accessibility enhancements, and a new parking lot along Walnut Avenue.

The Woollett Aquatics Center and nearby facilities will remain open throughout construction, which is expected to be completed in spring 2028.

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City of Irvine Partners with Chamber of Commerce to Help Businesses Prepare for Disasters

City of Irvine Partners with Chamber of Commerce to Help Businesses Prepare for Disasters

Unexpected events can happen at any time — from wildfires and power outages to other emergencies that disrupt daily operations. Being prepared can make the difference between a brief interruption and a lasting business setback.

To help local businesses build resilience, the City of Irvine’s Office of Economic Development and the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce are launching a new three-part Emergency Preparedness Series for Businesses.

Designed for businesses of all sizes, the series will provide practical tools, expert guidance, and actionable strategies to help protect employees, safeguard operations, and recover more quickly when the unexpected happens.

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Council Adopts Balanced Budget

Council Adopts Balanced Budget

The City of Irvine recently received two prestigious awards recognizing its Fiscal Year 2025–27 Budget and its commitment to fiscal transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of public resources.

The budget is balanced without reducing programs or services, eliminating positions, or increasing taxes. Backed by more than $130 million in reserves, the budget reflects Irvine’s longstanding commitment to responsible financial management.

To ensure the City’s financial strength continues into the future while maintaining a balanced budget, two modest adjustments have been included for the coming fiscal year. The City will not expand its vehicle fleet, and non-essential vacant positions will remain unfilled.

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Habitat Restoration Project in Bommer Canyon

Habitat Restoration Project in Bommer Canyon

The City of Irvine has announced a major habitat restoration and wildfire prevention initiative in Bommer Canyon Preserve, funded by a $1 million grant from the California Natural Resources Agency secured with the support of Irvine’s State Assemblymember, Cottie Petrie-Norris.

In partnership with the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, the City is tackling one of the region’s growing wildfire challenges: the spread of invasive, non-native grasses.

By removing invasive vegetation and restoring native habitat, the project is helping reduce wildfire risk, slow the potential spread of fires, enhance ecological health, and strengthen protections for surrounding communities.

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