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Irvine Mayor endorses O’Malley for the Irvine City Council

Posted on July 13, 2018 by Editor Posted in 2018 Elections, Carrie O’Malley, Don Wagner, Irvine, News, Politics Leave a comment

Carrie O’Malley

Carrie O’Malley for Irvine City Council 2018

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Irvine Mayor Endorses O’Malley for Irvine City Council

Irvine Mayor Don Wagner endorses Transportation Commissioner Carrie O’Malley in campaign for Irvine City Council. Calls her the right choice for Irvine’s future.

(Irvine, CA)- Today, Irvine Mayor Don Wagner officially announced his endorsement of Transportation Commissioner Carrie O’Malley in her campaign for Irvine City Council. O’Malley, an expert in local and state-wide public policy, has received overwhelming support in her bid for the Irvine City Council including Assemblyman Steven Choi, Congresswoman Mimi Walters, Senator Patricia “Pat” Bates, and Orange County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett. Continue reading→

The Irvine City Council is slated to name John Russo as their new City Manager

Posted on July 5, 2018 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Irvine, John A. Russo, News Leave a comment

John A. Russo

IRVINE, Calif. (July 5, 2018): The Irvine City Council has chosen John A. Russo as its finalist for City Manager, and will formally consider hiring him at its July 10 meeting.

Russo has 23 years of results-oriented public service gained through leadership positions in Oakland, Alameda, and Riverside. Having served as a City Councilmember, City Attorney, and City Manager, Russo’s combination of experience at three California cities gives him a unique perspective as he prepares to lead Irvine in implementing the vision at the direction of its City Council. Continue reading→

Melissa Fox announces her traffic reduction and transportation choice plan for Irvine

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Editor Posted in 2016 Elections, Irvine, Melissa Fox, News, Traffic, Transportation Leave a comment

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Contact: Jason Mills (714) 576-4303

Melissa Fox Announces Traffic Reduction and Transportation Choice Plan for Irvine

IRVINE, CA Irvine Community Services Commissioner and City Council candidate Melissa Fox announced today a Traffic and Transportation Plan for the City of Irvine. Fox said that her plan is designed to reduce Irvine’s traffic congestion both in the long and short term, while providing more transportation choices for Irvine’s residents and commuters. The Fox Plan is intended to reduce travel time, reduce noise, improve safety, improve resident access to employment and entertainment centers, improve parking and reduce emissions. Continue reading→

Irvine City Council Candidates Forum set for 9/29 at UCI

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Editor Posted in 2016 Elections, Irvine, Irvine Chamber of Commerce, News, Politics, UCI Leave a comment

The Irvine Chamber’s Education Political Action Committee is hosting a 2016 Irvine City Council Candidates Forum on September 29, 2016, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at UC Irvine, in the UCI Student Center (Pacific Ballroom D). Directions/Parking Instructions.

Admission is free. Light snacks and drinks will be served. Registration is required. Click here to register online. Continue reading→

Melissa Fox files for the Irvine City Council

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Editor Posted in 2016 Elections, Attorneys, Democratic Party, Irvine, Melissa Fox, News, Politics Leave a comment

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Contact: Jason Mills (714) 576-4303

Melissa Fox Files for Irvine City Council

IRVINE, CA Irvine Community Services Commissioner Melissa Fox announced today that she has officially filed for an open seat on the Irvine City Council and qualified for the ballot in the November 8th General Election.

“As a business owner, attorney and Irvine Community Services Commissioner,” Fox stated. “I understand the relationship between strong, pro-resident leadership and our quality of life. Our city needs a new vision for unsnarling our roads and creating better economic opportunities.” Continue reading→

Filing deadline for Irvine City Council non-incumbent candidates extended to 8/17

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Editor Posted in 2016 Elections, Civic Affairs, Elections, Irvine, News Leave a comment

News Release, City of Irvine

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CONTACT:Public Information Office, 949-724-6077, pio@cityofirvine.org

Extension of Candidate Filing Period for the City of Irvine 2016 General Municipal Election

The filing period for non-incumbents for the offices of Mayor and Councilmember in the City of Irvine has been extended. Interested residents must file nomination papers for the General Municipal Election by the new deadline, Aug. 17, 2016, during normal business hours (7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.).

The filing period was extended beyond the initial Aug. 12, 2016, deadline because one or more incumbents failed to file nomination papers. The filing period for incumbents is now closed. Continue reading→

Council Member Krom announces she won’t be running for re-election this year

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Editor Posted in 2016 Elections, Beth Krom, Democratic Party, Irvine, Melissa Fox, News, Politics Leave a comment

Irvine Council Member Beth Krom has announced that she will not be running for re-election this year.

Here is a letter she sent to the O.C. Register explaining her decision: Continue reading→

Fox endorsed for the Irvine City Council by the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Editor Posted in 2016 Elections, Democratic Party, Irvine, Melissa Fox, News Leave a comment

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Contact: Jason Mills (714) 576-4303

LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council Endorses Melissa Fox for Irvine City Council

Irvine, CA – The Melissa Fox for Irvine City Council campaign announced an early endorsement today from the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council. This major endorsement gives the Fox campaign continued momentum heading into the summer.

“Melissa Fox has always been a champion for working families in Orange County,” said LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council Representative Ernesto Medrano. “Her commitment to planning, smart growth and economic development will bring new, high-paying jobs to Irvine and our members are proud to stand with her in her campaign for Irvine City Council.” Continue reading→

Irvine City Council swearing-in ceremony set for December 9

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Editor Posted in Events, Irvine, Jeff Lalloway, Lynn Schott, Mayor Steven Choi, News, Politics Leave a comment

City of Irvine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PRESS RELEASE #14-12-02

Subject: Swearing-in Ceremony is December 9

Mayor Choi, Councilmember Lalloway and Councilmember-elect Schott

Contact : Craig Reem 949-724-6077, pio@cityofirvine.org

IRVINE, CA (December 2, 2014): The community is invited to the City of Irvine’s Swearing-in Ceremony at 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 9, at the Irvine Civic Center.

A public reception will begin at 5 p.m. in the Civic Center’s lobby. Continue reading→

Irvine 2014 General Election Voter Guide

Posted on October 18, 2014 by Editor Posted in 2014 Elections, Don Wagner, Evan Chemers, Ira Glasky, Irvine, Irvine Unified School District, Jeff Lalloway, Katherine Daigle, Larry Agran, Lynn Schott, Mayor Steven Choi, Melissa Fox, Mimi Walters, News, Politics Leave a comment

This voter guide addresses the Orange County local and legislative races as well as the State and Local ballot measures.

General Election, November, 2014:

Local Elections

Irvine City Council

Mayor:

Endorsed Candidate: Steven Choi

Other Candidates: Mary Ann Gaido, Katherine Daigle

Note: Choi has done a fantastic job leading the Irvine City Council majority. The OC Register endorsed Choi again this year, writing that “Under Mr. Choi’s leadership, the council has done much to further long-awaited progress in the city. He has been a responsible steward of the city’s finances and he has begun to fulfill a longstanding promise past mayors and councils have not lived up to: building the Great Park.” Click here to see Choi’s other endorsements, which are significant. Continue reading→