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Mayor Choi delivers his fourth state of the city address

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Mayor Steven Choi, News, Politics Leave a comment

IRVINE, Calif. (Feb. 9, 2016): Mayor Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., tonight delivered his fourth State of the City Address. Topics included 688 acres at the Orange County Great Park that are being developed as parkland, including the 175-acre Sports Park in a public-private agreement; the strong financial position of the City of Irvine; a robust business economy; a newly formed tech advisory group; and renewed City Council direct financial support of Irvine public schools.

“We focus special attention on ensuring that Irvine’s high quality of life is not only enjoyed by today’s residents, but is guaranteed for generations to come,” he told a capacity crowd in the Council Chamber. “I believe the best legacy a Mayor can give a city is the inspiration, the resources and the foundation to meet the challenges of the future.” Continue reading→

Irvine’s State of the City address set for Feb. 9

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Events, Irvine, Mayor Steven Choi, News, Politics Leave a comment

The public is invited to attend as Irvine Mayor Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., delivers his State of the City Address on Feb. 9 in the Council Chamber at the Irvine Civic Center. The event begins with a free, public reception at 5 p.m., followed by the Mayor’s address at 6 p.m.

The annual address is to the City what the State of the Union is to the nation. The address will highlight accomplishments of the past year, as well as look to what’s ahead in 2016. Continue reading→

Mayor Choi delivers his third State of the City address

Posted on February 25, 2015 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Mayor Steven Choi, News, Politics Leave a comment

News Release City of Irvine

Public Information Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PRESS RELEASE: 15-02-24

Subject: Irvine Mayor Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., Delivers his Third State of the City Address

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

IRVINE, CA (February 24, 2015): Mayor Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., tonight delivered his third State of the City Address. Topics included 688 acres at the Orange County Great Park now being developed as parkland and sports fields in a public-private agreement; the local economy including the City Council’s plan to pay off the unfunded liability years early; and the continued growth of Irvine as a tech center, including a new incubator for emerging entrepreneurs that is now open in Irvine. Continue reading→

Mayor Steven Choi delivers his second State of the City Address

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Mayor Steven Choi, News Leave a comment

News Release City of Irvine, Public Information Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PRESS RELEASE #14-02-25

Subject: Irvine Mayor Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., Delivers his Second State of the City Address

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

IRVINE, CA (February 25, 2014): Mayor Steven S. Choi, Ph.D., tonight delivered his second State of the City Address. Topics included 688 acres at the Orange County Great Park that will be developed as parkland and sports fields in a public-private agreement; the local economy including the City Council’s plan to pay off the unfunded liability years early; an anticipated refund from the Orange County Fire Authority that will address years of over-payments; the overall financial health of the City; his vision for a City library; and support of public safety, the tech industry and public education. Continue reading→

Irvine Mayor Steven Choi’s top three initiatives

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Editor Posted in Irvine, Mayor Steven Choi, News, Politics Leave a comment

From Irvine Mayor Steven Choi’s April Newsletter

In my State of the City address, I highlighted three initiatives that I am currently addressing. They are:

Mayor’s Forum on Education

As a former IUSD School Board member, an educator and with my doctoral degree in Library and Information Science, it is probably not a surprise that I am committed to public education. This next year, the City of Irvine will contribute about $8 million out of our General Fund to our local school districts (IUSD and TUSD). These monies fund everything from grants to crossing guards. I want to ensure that we are providing the kind of help that the districts want and to provide extra support when and where we can. Continue reading→