January 24, 2025 Edition
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
It was an honor to recognize my friend, Bobby McDonald, President and CEO of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Orange County, as we presented a proclamation declaring January 20, 2025, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We observed the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the Irvine City Council meeting and remembered his mission for justice, equality, and unity. We cherish Dr. King’s dream for a world where every person is not judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. To learn more about the Black Chamber of Commerce of Orange County, click here.
CARROLL PUSHES FOR ROBUST WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS IN IRVINE
My heart goes out to everyone affected by the devastating and catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County. I appreciate the proactive engagement and inquiries from our community regarding this issue. At the last City Council Meeting, I asked City Staff, the Fire Chief, and the Police Chief to present a thorough review of our efforts to prevent and respond effectively to fires in Irvine. For Public Safety, we must ensure we have the appropriate protocols in place, and that the public has the necessary resources and information to be prepared for any scenario. I will be providing more updates on Irvine’s plan for wildfire mitigation and response. If you're interested in donating essential items or volunteering to help those affected by the LA wildfires, click here.
FBFK LAW GRAND OPENING
Congratulations to Ferguson Braswell Fraser Kubasta (FBFK) Law firm, including my fellow Orange County Transportation Authority board member and Costa Mesa Mayor, John Stephens, on their Grand Opening in Irvine! FBFK Law’s expansion is an exciting step for the firm as they continue to provide legal assistance to residents and businesses throughout Orange County. They have built a strong reputation over the years for their dedication to helping people with trusted counsel including in the areas of intellectual property, litigation, real estate, banking, and more. We are excited to welcome them to Irvine. To learn more about FBFK Law, click here.
Organizations featured above: Korean American Center, Irvine Korean American Festival Representatives, Irvine King Sejong Institute, Korean American Women's Society, UCI Korean Alumni Association, California Taekwondo Committee, Irvine Korean Parents Association and Volunteer Committee
CELEBRATING KOREAN AMERICAN DAY
We proclaimed January 20, 2025, as Korean American Day! Irvine is proud to honor the rich heritage and lasting contributions of Korean Americans to our nation. Among the organizations we recognized was the Irvine Korean Parents Association and Volunteer Committee, who are dedicated to supporting Korean parents of public high school students. They collaborate with the Irvine Unified School District to enhance our community and bridge the cultural gap between parents, students, and teachers. To learn more about IKPA, click here.
PRINCESS POLLY GRAND OPENING
Congratulations, Princess Polly, on their Grand Opening event at the Irvine Spectrum Center! Hundreds of enthusiastic shoppers waited in line, from the parking lot to the store, for the doors to open. Princess Polly began as an Australian clothing brand in 2005, and created a successful online presence with locations in Los Angeles County providing trendy apparel, footwear, and accessories. To learn more about the Princess Polly Irvine Spectrum location, click here.
Thank you for reading this edition of my Community Update. I hope you enjoyed it.
Mike Carroll