- August 28, 2026
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Susan Sayre104 Posts
Susan is a long time Irvine resident. She has watched Irvine grow and evolve for decades. Susan is involved with political oversight with a particular interest in Irvine development and regularly attends Planning Commission and City Council meetings.
Irvine’s Housing Stock Lacks Universal Accessibility
Irvine’s current building codes and ordinances do not adequately address the needs of residents with disabilities. Data indicates that individuals may experience temporary or permanent conditions requiring mobility aids such as wheelchairs or walkers. However, many of Irvine’s residential units are not designed to accommodate these needs. Specific architectural barriers are prevalent: doorways, including those […]
Opinion: Growing Irvine Connect – Including ALL Irvine Residents In The Development Process
Residents who most need public transportation were left out of the process of designing the Irvine Connect public transportation system. After consulting with Irvine City staff, I learned that the process of ascertaining Irvine Connect ridership and bus routes included trip counts of major Irvine roadways and by community outreach through the city website, community […]
Opinion: Bringing Affordable Housing To Irvine
I came to work at UCI when Irvine was a small unincorporated agricultural community. I moved to Irvine in 1981 after Irvine had become an incorporated City with multiple villages, each with unique characteristics, with community commercial, parks, and outstanding walkable schools. Irvine decision-makers have the duty to advocate for the well-being of Irvine residents. […]
Opinion: Inspiring Community Ridership by Promoting Irvine Connect
Today I took an Irvine Connect bus ride from Woodbridge Shopping Center to the Spectrum and back. I am very impressed with the route, and the accurate scheduling. I only wish I had access to an Irvine Connect bus line. Irvine is being advertised as one of the happiest cities in the nation. Let’s not rest […]
Opinion: Irvine Connect Leaves Seniors and Disabled Residents Out of the Loop
Irvine Connect is a fantastic concept! I wish I had access to Irvine Connect services. I could get to Senior Centers, libraries, my bank, go shopping, and go to the Spectrum to shop, eat lunch out, and then relax while enjoying a movie. Irvine badly needs an Irvine-circulation-only public transportation service. However, I question the […]
Opinion: Irvine’s Democratic Process Is Crumbling A Voter Call To Action
For years I have been inspired by Irvine’s General Plan provision calling for the City to inspire “Robust” resident participation in Irvine’s decision-making process. I have enjoyed participating in the decision-making process and have enjoyed interacting with our very cooperative City Staff members who have gone to great lengths to assist me with understanding the […]
