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Costa Mesa’s Biggest Growth Decision in Years: Why Tuesday’s Vote Matters
On Tuesday, October 20, the Costa Mesa City Council will consider sweeping changes to the General Plan, Zoning Code, and Measure K implementation that could reshape our city for generations. In an email message submitted to the City Council, Costa Mesa First argues that while Costa Mesa must comply with state housing laws, the City should not lose sight of neighborhood character, environmental protection, public participation, and local control in the process. Among the conce
Cynthia McDonald
19 hours ago2 min read


CITY COUNCIL MEETS TUESDAY FOR A HEARING THAT COULD IMPACT EVERY NEIGHBORHOOD IN THE CITY
One of the final public hearings on the agenda could affect residents citywide by rezoning properties throughout Costa Mesa.
Cynthia McDonald
3 days ago23 min read


THIS WEEK AT CITY HALL: TECHNOLOGY MASTER PLAN, AI STRATEGY, AND FAIRVIEW PARK UPDATE
Costa Mesa's Next Big Investment? Council Reviews $15.5 Million Technology Roadmap
Fairview Park Steering Committee to get Master Plan Update
Cynthia McDonald
Oct 96 min read


🏛️ COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL MEETING PREVIEW: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The Costa Mesa City Council meets next Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Several items on the agenda may add to the length of the meeting, so I don’t expect it to be a short one.
Cynthia McDonald
Oct 313 min read
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