Author: ICNV Staff

Last year, the Irvine City Council unanimously voted to transition library services from the Orange County Public Libraries (OCPL) and, instead, establish our own Irvine Public Library System.

By establishing its own public library system, the City will save millions of taxpayer dollars; existing Irvine libraries will be expanded and modernized; and two new libraries will be built (at the Great Park and in Woodbridge).

Two Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) high school seniors — Matthew Chang (Woodbridge High...

Last April, the City launched its free public bus service to connect Irvine residents to parks, schools, hospitals, and shopping centers.

Due to the popularity of the Irvine CONNECT shuttle and its increased ridership, the City Council voted unanimously in support of Councilmember Kathleen Treseder’s motion to have staff analyze ways to expand the shuttle’s service area and hours of operation.

A recent LA Times article suggested that Irvine’s meticulous planning and strict regulations could become a model for other California cities that want to build fire-resistant neighborhoods.

So, why was Orchard Hills spared? According to the LA Times article, it wasn’t luck — it was the result of deliberate design, stringent regulations, and proactive planning.