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Election Day is HERE. Don't forget to vote!
Hey Irvine - Happy Election Day.
Matthew Hu
November 04, 2024
On today's edition of the Irvine Hive, you'll find...
Local News
Business Buzz
Events This Week
for the first week of November, 2024. Welcome! 🙂
LOCAL NEWS
What’s happening in Irvine?
Tuesday, November 5th is Election Day! If you haven't filled out your vote-by-mail ballot and sent it in, do it TODAY!
You can mail your completed ballot through the U.S. Postal Service (no stamp is required) or drop it off at any of the Irvine Official Ballot Drop Box locations. For a list of Ballot Drop Box locations in Irvine, click here.
If you are using an Official Ballot Drop Box, your ballot must be placed in the Ballot Drop Box BEFORE 8pm on Tuesday, November 5th.
If you are mailing your ballot via the U.S. Postal Service, your ballot must be mailed BEFORE the last pickup of the day so that it is postmarked by Tuesday, November 5th.
For those of you who prefer voting in-person, that option is available through Vote Centers that are open on Monday from 8am until 8pm. On Election Day (Tuesday, November 5th), Vote Centers will be open from 7am until 8pm.
Remember: Under California's "same day" voting law, if you or someone in your household is not registered to vote, you can register and vote at the same time at any Vote Center in Irvine.
For the list of Irvine Vote Centers, click here.
Walnut Avenue south of Jeffrey Road will be completely closed Thursday, November 7, at 11 p.m. to Friday, November 8, at 5 a.m. for work on the Jeffrey Open Space Trail Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Project.
Access to area residences and businesses will be maintained; however, there will be no access to the southbound I-5 Freeway on- and off-ramps or Caltrans Park & Ride during the overnight closure hours.
The entire project is anticipated to be complete in March 2026.
BUSINESS BUZZ
Local Business Spotlight
On Oct. 21, 2024, Irvine officials approved purchasing the building (17622 Armstrong Ave. in Irvine) to create a homeless shelter that’s expected to offer a variety of services.
Irvine Mayor Farrah Khan is calling for a special meeting on Election Day to reconsider her recent approval of purchasing land for a homeless shelter.
The meeting comes just hours before polls close, following years of debate over the shelter’s location and whether the city should have one.
Last month, the City Council voted 4-1 to approve buying two buildings in the Irvine Business Complex for $20 million to establish the city’s first homeless shelter.
The Irvine Spectrum is one of Irvine's two major business centers, spanning 5,000 acres with 38 million square feet of commercial space and home to 3,500 companies that employ nearly 80,000 people.
Inari Medical, Inc., one of Orange County’s fastest-growing medical technology firms, recently secured a lease for 27,000 square feet of office space in Discovery Park, located within Irvine Spectrum District.
The firm specializes in minimally invasive and catheter-based technologies for treating a variety of diseases, including venous thromboembolism – a life-threatening condition caused by blood clots.
Announced on November 4, 2024, Hub International Limited (Hub) has acquired the retail insurance brokerage business of Western Growers Insurance Services (WGIS), expanding its agribusiness offerings and enhancing WGIS's growth potential.
With 10 offices in California and Arizona, WGIS specializes in risk management, insurance products, and employee benefits, strengthening Hub’s existing capabilities in the agricultural sector.
WGIS leaders, including President Jeff Gullickson, will join Hub, bringing extensive industry expertise. WGIS clients will gain access to a broader range of insurance solutions while maintaining regional expertise in agriculture.
EVENTS THIS WEEK
Tuesday, November 5
Wednesday, November 6
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County
3131 Bristol Street Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Details: A meetup for young professionals in the health and wellness industry interested in connecting, learning, and embracing integrative approaches to health and wellness. Register here.
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: K1 Speed Indoor Go Karts
1000 North Edward Court Anaheim, CA 92806Details: A fun-filled evening of go-kart racing suitable for families looking to bond and enjoy some friendly competition. Register here.
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Cypress Village Shopping Center
14101 Jeffrey Rd, Irvine, CA 92620Details: Join Run OC for a 2-4 mile run along the scenic Jeffrey Open Space Trail. Occurs weekly on Wednesdays.
Thursday, November 7
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Irvine Marriott
18000 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA 92612
Details: Empower your business with the education, resources, and information at the 2024 Small Business Growth Summit. Network with business owners, meet with local legislators, understand what it takes to access capital, and learn tactical tools to drive your business revenue. Register here.
Friday, November 8
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Mimi's Cafe (Tustin)
17231 17th St Tustin, CA 92780Details: A creative evening where families can enjoy painting together while having dinner. Register here.
Saturday, November 9
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex
270 Corsair, Irvine, CA 92618Details: A festive event featuring local artisans, crafts, and activities for children. More than 100 local and regional artisans will showcase unique handmade gifts for purchase, including holiday decorations, hand-blown glass, ceramics, jewelry, folk crafts, clothing, and more.
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Mariners Church Parking Lot
5001 Newport Coast Dr, Irvine, California 92603Details: Hosted weekly every Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM, the Irvine Farmers Market is one of the largest farmers markets in Orange County with over 50 vendors selling farm products, plants, foods, and crafts.
Sunday, November 10
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Great Park
6950 Marine Way, Irvine, CA 92618Details: Sundays at Great Park are headlined by fresh produce and fun at our Certified Farmers Market. Every week, the Great Park Certified Farmers Market features fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for sale.
Thanks for reading this week’s newsletter.
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