The City Council directs its staff to finalize negotiations with FivePoint Communities to develop 688 acres at the park.
Tag: Beth Krom
Posted inIrvine
City Attorney’s Report Raises Red Flags About Project
Assigned to investigate, he declares that staff reports on a construction project are “ambiguous and inaccurate.”
Posted inIrvine
Budget-Busting Project Has Irvine Officials Scrambling
The budget for an expansion and remodeling of a community center started at $4 million. Now it is at $5.8 million, and staff can’t explain the reason.
Posted inCountywide, Irvine, Top Stories
Irvine Council Majority Installs Interim City Attorney
The move is the latest in a power transition by Republican council members, who became the council majority after last November’s election.
Posted inAnaheim, Politics & Elections
It’s Easy for Electeds to Misstep During Tragedies
The way elected officials react to tragedies provides a window into the delicate relationships they must maintain with their political colleagues.
Posted inIrvine, Lake Forest
Board OKs Environmental Review for Expansion of Musick Jail
Supervisors’ action brings jail expansion a step closer. Irvine officials continue voicing concerns.
Posted inIrvine, Politics & Elections
Are Republicans Poised to Take Control of Irvine Council?
A Republican slate that seemed impossible to form in 2010 has come together. Will it be enough to unseat a Democratic majority?
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Irvine, Top Stories
Irvine City Council Commissions Study of Plastic Bags
The study could lead the city to follow others that have banned retailers’ use of plastic bags.
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Irvine, Top Stories, Transportation
Can the Great Park Be Built Without Redevelopment?
As it has become more likely that the park will lose funding totaling $2.2 billion over 40 years, its leadership has been privately exploring other fundraising ideas. One city councilman wants to have a more public discussion.
Posted inCountywide, Irvine, Top Stories
Great Park Board Approves Funding for Solar Decathlon
The national event has been held at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The approval, however, did not come without controversy over another no-bid contract.
