““The ground they defend was never theirs—but the noise they make is.” — unkown In major civic debates, the truth often struggles to be heard over the noise of misinformation. In the case of the proposed redevelopment of Oak Creek Golf Club into the Spectrum District Village, that noise didn’t build gradually—it was there from […]
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Piece 3 of “Irvine at the Crossroads” – A section-by-section breakdown of the 1988 resolution shaping Irvine’s open space legacy. Intro: Two Views — Only One Holds Up Ask ten opponents of the Spectrum District Village plan what Resolution 88‑1 says, and you’ll likely get one answer: “It protects Oak Creek. You can’t build there. […]
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Piece 2 of “Irvine at the Crossroads” – a multi-part series unpacking truth, growth, and open space in our city. When it comes to Irvine’s past, present, and future, no private entity looms larger than the Irvine Company. Depending on who you ask, they’re either stewards of open space or villains of suburban sprawl. But if […]
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While a vocal group of residents actively opposes the Spectrum District Village project, it is important not to conflate their position with that of all Irvine voters. The opposition understandably seeks to amplify the perception that a broad consensus aligns with their views. However, substantial support for the project has also been expressed — not […]
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On Tuesday, October 10th at 6PM the City Council will hear final public comments before selecting a single district map to be voted on in the March primary election along with a charter amendment to expand the City Council size from five to seven members. Also on the agenda this Tuesday, we have two companion […]
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After taking a short break, the City Council will return on Tuesday, September 12th at 4PM with a packed agenda. Here are some of the key items: Agenda Item 3.4 – Treasurer’s Report For Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023 The Treasurer’s Report provides a synopsis of investment activity for the City’s three investment portfolios […]
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