Costa Mesa

Growth, Surveillance, and Local Control: The Issues Shaping Costa Mesa's Future We attended a bunch of meetings in September, some with surprises! We have already written about the September 14 Planning Commission meeting and the September 15 City Council meeting. Our special report can be found here. Here is a summary of the activity at City Hall in September: Council, Commission and Committee Meetings: City Council: Two additional meetings were held, including a Study Sessi

Two meetings held last week deserve closer attention from Costa Mesa residents. Because of their importance—and how they connect—this will be a two-part update, so be sure to read both parts. PART ONE — CITY COUNCIL “ADOPTS” A BUDGET—OR DID IT? At the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Regular Meeting, the Costa Mesa City Council voted to adopt a budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027. On the surface, that may sound routine. But a closer look raises an important question: was a complete and mea

Two meetings held last week deserve closer attention from Costa Mesa residents. Because of their importance—and how they connect—this will be a two-part update, so be sure to read both parts. PART ONE — CITY COUNCIL “ADOPTS” A BUDGET—OR DID IT? At the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Regular Meeting, the Costa Mesa City Council voted to adopt a budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027. On the surface, that may sound routine. But a closer look raises an important question: was a complete and mea

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. marks the final workshop for the City of Costa Mesa's Fairview Developmental Center Specific Plan (FDCSP). This last meeting is virtual, and you can attend via Zoom.