City News
Planning Commission Regular Meeting - October 23, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
City Council Appoints Lena Shumway as New City Clerk
Shumway brings more than 15 years of municipal government experience in administrative and city clerk roles.
Take the Public Online Survey: Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition, Phase X
The City of Newport Beach Arts Commission invites residents to vote on the final selection of sculptures in Phase X of the rotating exhibition in Civic Center Park.
The Week in Review - October 10, 2025
A brief recap of the week, as provided by City Manager Grace K. Leung.
Public Notice - Planning Commission - October 23, 2025 - 6:00 p.m.
Finance Committee Agenda for October 16, 2025
The current Finance Committee Agenda is now available.
Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy - City Arts Commission
The City is accepting applications to fill upcoming vacancies on the City Arts Commission. The application deadline is noon on Monday, October 27, 2025
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.
Witte Hall
Witte Hall, a new state-of-the-art lecture hall, is under way. The construction has temporarily disrupted parking in the main lot of the Central Library with limited spaces available and additional parking located in the Civic Center parking structure.
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.
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.