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City to Award Additional Small Business Grants for COVID-19 Relief
Qualified small business owners can apply for a second round of COVID-19 relief grants. Applications will be accepted between August 14 at 9 a.m. and August 28 at 5 p.m.
FEMA Sets August 14 Deadline for Submitting Flood Map Elevation/Fill Revisions
Newport Beach property owners seeking FEMA approval for flood map changes based on the addition of soil (fill) to change land elevation or redirect water ways have until August 14, 2020 to submit applications.
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Back Bay Drive Open Full-Time for Pedestrians, Bicyclists
Back Bay Drive has reopened following the successful cleanup of a recent rock slide.
Permits Available for Outdoor Hair, Nail, Massage Services
Newport Beach business owners seeking to provide outdoor hair, nail and massage services are invited to apply for a free City permit.
New sculptures installed in Civic Center Park
Enjoy a walk in Civic Center Park and view the recently installed Phase V sculptures, along with ten sculptures from Phase IV.
Council Adopts New Short-Term Rental Regulations
The City Council on Tuesday, July 14, approved new regulations that will allow more oversight of Newport Beach’s short-term rental housing.
John Wayne Airport Releases Certain General Aviation Improvement Program Proposal Documents
The airport has posted sections of the Fixed Base Operators' proposals on its website for public review.
City Hall to Close Beginning July 13 in Response to Rising COVID-19 Cases
All City services will continue through phone, email and drop-off/pickup.
City Officials Commend Heroic Rescues by City Lifeguard
City officials are commending the actions of a Newport Beach lifeguard who performed two extremely difficult, back-to-back rescues in high surf conditions on Friday, July 3.
City Rebuilding Peninsula Sand Berm after Friday Flooding
City crews are rebuilding a massive sand berm on the Balboa Peninsula after an unexpectedly strong swell overtopped and eroded the previous sand berm Friday night, flooding streets and parking lots on the Peninsula.
More than 300 Newport Beach Small Businesses Selected to Receive Small Business Relief Grants
Local small businesses will receive grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 through the City of Newport Beach Small Business Relief Grant program to help them reopen and recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 public health emergency
Nail Salons, Tattoo Shops, Skin Care Among Business Sectors Cleared to Reopen June 19
Nail salons, tattoo and piercing shops, massage, body waxing, skin care and cosmetology services are among the additional businesses authorized to reopen on June 19, Orange County health officials announced Thursday, June 18.
Council Approves Balanced Budget Amid COVID-19 Economic Impacts
The City Council on Tuesday, June 9 approved a balanced, $339 million budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year that maintains service levels despite a projected drop in revenue due to ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 shutdowns.
Camps, Gyms, Pools and More to Reopen Friday as Orange County Enters Early Stage 3 Plan
A wide range of additional industries have been cleared to reopen Friday, June 12, with modifications, as Orange County moves into early Stage 3 of the Governor’s COVID-19 reopening plan.
Street Sweeping to Fully Resume June 15
Street sweeping with parking enforcement will resume June 15 after a temporary suspension that began in March as part of the COVID-19 response.
Newport Ready Guide
The Newport Ready Emergency Preparedness Guide is now available on the City of Newport Beach website for anyone to download and print.
Council Approves ‘Back to Business’ Initiative to Allow Temporary Outdoor Expansions
The City Council on Tuesday, May 26 approved an emergency ordinance that will allow commercial businesses and religious institutions to expand into parking lots, sidewalks, or other private and public property to meet State of California physical distancing requirements.
Governor Approves Orange County’s Plan to Accelerate Phase 2 Business Reopenings
Orange County’s plan to accelerate Phase 2 business reopening was approved today, clearing a path for Newport Beach’s restaurants to offer modified dine-in service and destination retail to allow customers in stores, if the appropriate health and safety measures are in place.
City Hall to Begin Phased Reopening May 18
Newport Beach City Hall will begin reopening to the public on Monday, May 18, with strict practices in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19.