For most of us, the beginning of the year brings a renewed sense of hope and optimism.

As I reflect on all that was accomplished in 2025, I am hopeful that the new year will bring even more good things to our Irvine community.

During his State of the City address early last year, Mayor Larry Agran proposed ambitious plans to make Irvine the Safest, Smartest, Greenest, Healthiest, and Kindest city in America.

While lofty goals are often expressed by elected leaders, the City was able to establish a number of new and expanded programs last year to implement the Mayor's stated agenda.