2024 State of the City Address

Since 2020, there has been immense change, growth, and opportunity. Last year,….I spoke about the incredible generational success that Irvine has experienced...transforming an idea into reality and evolving into a world-class city offering residents and businesses the best quality of life. Serving as your Mayor, it has been my distinct pleasure to bring new resources to our City, protecting our quality of life, fighting for working families, combatting climate change, and fostering the legacy of the state’s 13th largest city—the City of Irvine...our City. Our City’s success is a testament to the contributions of each and every one of our community members, both past and present.

Tonight, I am excited to share the state of our great city.

My legacy as your Mayor is intertwined with the fabric of our city. Legacy, to me, means leaving Irvine better than I found it, ensuring it is a place of opportunity, innovation, and inclusivity. It means building a city that not only addresses today’s needs but anticipates tomorrow’s challenges. Legacy means encouraging curiosity. Legacy means breaking the mold and creating new and unique opportunities that will last for generations. This legacy is not mine alone; it belongs to all of us. Together, we’ve built a City that stands as a beacon of what is possible when a community comes together with vision, compassion, and determination. Our commitment to enhancing the quality of life in Irvine has never been stronger. We’ve nurtured our parks, championed diversity, and fostered community engagement, ensuring that Irvine remains not just a place to live, but a place to thrive. With quality of life comes financial stewardship. Our strategic approach to fiscal health, budgeting, and resource management has allowed us to navigate economic uncertainty… while providing unmatched services and programs. Our professional and innovative

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