Let me introduce you to Irvine’s latest electioneering game: The Irvine Merry-GO-round. As you read the information below, keep in mind that rumors exist that Councilmember William Go is planning on running for mayor in the 2026 election. Musical Chairs Revisited Below is some information on the Irvine musical chairs election game that has evolved into […]
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Mayor Larry Agran will deliver the first State of the City Address of his current term at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The address will be preceded by a free public reception at 4:30 p.m. The public is invited, and no RSVP is required. Agran stated in […]
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Larry Agran has been involved in Irvine politics on and off for over 40 years. He first served on the Irvine City Council from 1978 to 1990, which included six years as mayor. He is a public interest attorney and policy professional. Last elected to the City Council in 2022, he is currently the Vice […]
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As the saying goes, showing up is half the battle. When it comes to elected office, the voters expect their representatives to be present, on time, and in person. A missed Council meeting or vote on the dais could be the difference maker in enacting important city policy for Irvine’s 310,000+ residents and beyond. Irvine […]
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“2-stroke engines [such as gas-powered lawn equipment] produce high intensity, low frequency sounds that can have a bigger negative impact on residents than the sound coming from electric lawn equipment. These negative health impacts include irritation, sleep disturbance, cognition problems, hypertension, and ischemic heart conditions. Also to consider: With more people working from home now, […]
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On a three-two vote, the Irvine City Council last night rejected a motion by Councilmember Kathleen Treseder to investigate the activities of Melahat Rafiei, Mayor Farrah Khan’s former campaign consultant, who last week entered into a plea agreement with the United States Attorney, in which she admitted to a 2018 scheme to bribe two former […]
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