City News
The Week in Review - September 5, 2025
A brief recap of the week, as provided by City Manager Grace K. Leung.
Finance Committee Agenda for September 11, 2025
The current Finance Committee Agenda is now available.
Public Notice - Planning Commission - September 18, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.
Civil Service Board Meeting of September 8, 2025 is Canceled
Labor Day Holiday Street Sweeping, Trash Pickup Schedules
On Monday, September 1, City Hall and most City facilities will be closed in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.
Bonita Canyon Earns Newport Beach’s First “Firewise USA” Designation
Newport Beach’s Bonita Canyon neighborhood has become the first in the city to earn a Firewise USA designation, reflecting a community-wide commitment to reducing wildfire risk.
301 E. Balboa Boulevard Project Relocation Plan
The City of Newport Beach (City) acquired a property located at 301 E. Balboa Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA 92661 (Project site or Property). The Property is currently improved with a four-plex comprised of four residential rental units.
City Council Appoints Seimone Jurjis as Newport Beach’s Next City Manager
Jurjis will succeed Grace Leung, who recently announced her retirement after a 30-year career in local government, including seven years as Newport Beach’s top executive.
Ad Hoc Committee on Utilization of Lower Castaways and Aquatic Center Site Options
Newport Beach City Manager Grace Leung to Retire in December
After a 30-year career in local government, Newport Beach City Manager Grace K. Leung has announced that she plans to retire in late December 2025.
Court Rules in Favor of Newport Beach on Challenge to Housing Plan
An Orange County Superior Court judge has upheld the City's State-mandated housing plan, rejecting lawsuits filed by two community groups.
CdM Farmers Market to Return June 7
The Corona del Mar Farmers Market will resume operations on Saturday, June 7 under new management.
Free Balboa Peninsula Trolley Returns for Summer Service This Weekend
The Balboa Peninsula Trolley will resume operations on Memorial Day weekend, beginning Saturday, May 24, with free service continuing throughout the summer on weekends and holidays.
Remembering Elizabeth Stahr
1933-2025
Newport Beach Dedicates City’s First Universally Accessible Playground
The upgraded and refurbished San Miguel Park playground now includes more than 20 accessible, ground-level play features, elevated components reachable by transfer platforms, ADA-compliant pathways, and upgraded parking.
General Plan Advisory Committee Meeting
Newport Beach Releases Updated State Fire Hazard Maps
Updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps from the State of California are now available for public review and comment on the City of Newport Beach’s website.
Ready For Summer Camps? Campnewport.com is Now Live!
Registration opens Thursday, March 13 at 8 a.m.
City Launches Innovative System to Stop Trash from Polluting Newport Bay, Harbor, Beaches
City Council members, joined by state and county elected representatives, held a ceremonial ribbon cutting on Friday, March 7 to celebrate construction of the Newport Bay Trash Interceptor.
Miner Named New City Police Chief
Dave Miner, a 22-year veteran of the Newport Beach Police Department (NBPD), has been named as its next Chief of Police.