April 4, 2025 Edition
COUNCILMEMBER CARROLL DISCUSSES WILDFIRE PREVENTION ON KCAL-9 NEWS
Councilmember Mike Carroll spoke to KCAL News regarding the wildfire prevention seedling projects in the Bommer Canyon Open Space. The City has partnered with the Irvine Ranch Conservancy to replace invasive plants in the area with native plants that are less likely to spread a fire. Carroll said that this new natural habitat, "will protect the residents, the neighbors, our homeowners here." New banks are being built with a goal to plant over 9,000 native plants to help absorb water and reduce flame reach. To hear more of Carroll's interview with KCAL News, click here.
ANNUAL WALK TO FEED OC
Second Harvest Food Bank’s 3rd Annual Walk to Feed OC brought together over 1,000 community members to raise awareness and funds to combat food insecurity in Orange County. Families, businesses, and community groups in support of Second Harvest’s mission enjoyed a 1.5-mile walk through Tanaka Farms. One in eight children in Orange County are at risk of food insecurity and you can help by volunteering and donating to your local food banks. To watch the Walk to Feed OC recap video, click here.
WILDFIRE TOWN HALL MEETING
Councilmember Carroll spoke at the Wildfire Preparedness Town Hall at the Las Lomas Community Center. This gathering provided a valuable opportunity to connect with Irvine residents and address the critical concerns of wildfire preparedness that impact our community. Representatives from the Irvine Police Department, OC Fire Authority, Irvine Ranch Conservancy, and our Emergency Management team shared key updates on Irvine’s response strategies and offered practical tips to help residents prepare for emergencies in their neighborhoods. Thank you for your dedication to keeping Irvine safe. Let’s continue working together to protect our community. For fire safety tips and information, click here.
SPRING HEALTH & WELLNESS FESTIVAL
As Chairman of the Great Park, it was a privilege to take part in the Spring Health & Wellness Festival hosted by Working Wardrobes and Orange County Soccer Club at the Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium. Festival attendees connected with local non-profit organizations to learn about health and wellness resources offered in their community. The event also included food trucks, an inflatable slide, and an exciting Orange County Soccer Club game, while promoting the importance of overall well-being. Thank you to Working Wardrobes and the Orange County Soccer Club for hosting this meaningful event and advocating for a healthy lifestyle in Irvine. To view upcoming events at the Great Park, click here.
IRVINE PLANNING ARCHIVE MEETING
Councilmember Carroll met with Alan Hess, Dan Stokols, and Mayor Larry Agran to discuss the preservation of the Irvine Master Plan and the creation of an Irvine Planning Archive. This project is crucial to preserving Irvine’s journey, serving as a historical collection of key documents, plans, reports, drawings, photos, and published materials related to the City's formation. The archives will allow us to honor Irvine’s legacy of thoughtful planning and innovation while serving as an exceptional resource for everyone who seeks to understand and enjoy the evolution of our Master Planned community. To learn more about Irvine’s history and the Master Plan, click here.
Thank you for reading this edition of my Community Update. I hope you enjoyed it.
Mike Carroll