Author: ICNV Staff

Last year, the City of Irvine launched a one-year pilot program for a free shuttle bus service to connect Irvine residents to parks, schools, hospitals, and shopping centers.

All of the buses are equipped with bike racks, and are fully accessible by wheelchair and other mobility aids. And riders have access to free wi-fi service.

During the November 12th Irvine City Council meeting, Mayor Larry Agran asked the Irvine Police Department (IPD) to update the Council on the growing number of collisions involving electric bikes (e-bikes) — especially among the City’s youth — and to review what new measures can be implemented to keep e-bike riders, pedestrians, and motorists safe.

During the public comments portion of the Council meeting, UCI Health trauma surgeon Sigrid Burruss, MD pointed out that the e-bike injuries she sees in the operating room are similar to those from motorcycle accidents.

Mayor Larry Agran is a big fan of trees! In fact, years ago he worked alongside other early leaders to expand our City’s park system. Today, Irvine’s parks are ranked No. 1 in California and No. 2 in America according to the Trust for Public Land. And 94% of our residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park.

Mayor Agran’s office has announced a fun new community engagement project to attract fellow tree (and photo) enthusiasts.

Irvine has a new City Manager. On October 28th, the City Council unanimously approved the hiring of Sean Crumby, who has more than three decades of executive leadership experience in municipal government.

In December 2024, Mr. Crumby was promoted to Assistant City Manager where he has led the development of the Great Park while continuing to oversee the City’s public works, transportation, and sustainability operations.  

For years, Irvine has been recognized for its world-class medical facilities and cutting-edge...