Tag: Larry Agran

Irvine to Block Off Main Street for Cycling Event

Irvine will hold its first “ciclovia” event this year—temporarily blocking off a main street and inviting cyclists and walkers to enjoy a car-free zone—after the idea was approved unanimously by the Irvine City Council April 11. Councilman Larry Agran, who along with colleague Kathleen Treseder agendized the motion, said the event would allow “people of…


Irvine City Council Favors Expansion, Districting

The Irvine City Council voted 4–1 on Jan. 10 to consider expanding the council from four to six members and dividing representation into districts. Currently, councilors are elected at large—by all eligible city voters—and represents the whole city. Switching to districts would mean candidates would be elected by and represent fewer voters—only those who live…


Irvine City Councilman Resigns to Avoid Terming Out

Irvine City Councilman Larry Agran resigned on Dec. 5 with just a week left in his incumbency to avoid terming out and thereby allowing him to run for another four years on council. Agran will return to the dias Dec. 13 after being reelected by Irvine voters to serve another term. His resignation is in…


Irvine Approves Workload Rules and Safety Standards for Hotel Workers 

The Irvine City Council passed an ordinance after a narrow 3–2 vote Oct. 25—with Vice Mayor Anthony Kuo and Councilman Mike Carroll dissenting—which will bring better safety practices, higher pay in some instances, and a more balanced workload to the city’s hotel workers. One element of the ordinance will require hotel employers in the city provide employees with a panic button, which…


Irvine Approves Workload Rules, Safety Standards for Hotel Workers 

The Irvine City Council passed an ordinance after a narrow 3–2 vote Oct. 25—with Vice Mayor Anthony Kuo and Councilman Mike Carroll dissenting—which will bring better safety practices, higher pay in some instances, and a more balanced workload to the city’s hotel workers. One element of the ordinance will require hotel employers in the city provide employees with a panic button, which…


Irvine City Councilman Larry Agran Seeks Reelection to Take Care of ‘Unfinished Business’

Irvine City Councilman Larry Agran is running for re-election in November to take care of what he calls “unfinished business.” He has served in office as a councilman and mayor for over 20 years, first elected in 1978. He was last elected to the city council to serve a two-year term in 2020. “I think…


Irvine City Councilman Larry Agran Seeks Re-election to Take Care of ‘Unfinished Business’

Irvine City Councilman Larry Agran is running for re-election in November to take care of what he calls “unfinished business.” He has served in office as a councilman and mayor for over 20 years, first elected in 1978. He was last elected to the city council to serve a two-year term in 2020. “I think…


Irvine Officials to Consider District Elections, Adding 2 Councilors

IRVINE, Calif.—The Irvine City Council will discuss July 12 expanding its number of elected officials and switching to district elections to ensure representation of different populations in the city. The item, brought forward by Councilman Larry Agran Tuesday, intends to expand the council seats from four to six, create six districts with roughly 52,000 people…


Irvine Councilman Pushes for Veterans Memorial Park to be Built

Irvine Councilman Larry Agran continues pushing for a veterans memorial park on land within its Great Park, though he said he is facing opposition from other councilmembers who are refusing to discuss the matter. Irvine voters approved in 2018 a state-owned and operated veterans memorial park and cemetery for a 125-acre site inside the Great…


Irvine Councilman Keeps Pushing for Veterans Memorial Park

Irvine Councilman Larry Agran continues pushing for a veterans memorial park on land within its Great Park, though he said he is facing opposition from other councilmembers who are refusing to discuss the matter. Irvine voters approved in 2018 a state-owned and operated veterans memorial park and cemetery for a 125-acre site inside the Great…