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City Of Costa Mesa

Address:77 Fair Drive  Costa Mesa, CA 92626  View map Phone:714-754-5327  Fax:  Contact: 

The City of Costa Mesa was incorporated on June 19, 1953. However, Costa Mesa's roots reach back long before that. As early as 1769, a "Way Station" for the Spanish missionaries was established on the bluffs of Costa Mesa. The Way Station, known as Estancia Adobe, is now a historical landmark and can be found in Estancia Park on the westerly side of the City.

Since its beginnings as a small agricultural town, Costa Mesa has undergone many changes. During World War II, it was the home of the Santa Ana Army Air Base training facility for Army Air Corps pilots and one of the largest training bases in the world at the time.

Today, Costa Mesa is a regional center for commerce, with a wide array of educational, social, and recreational amenities. Costa Mesa has more accessible parkland than any other city in Orange County. We are also home to South Coast Plaza and the Performing Arts Center - two world-renown facilities known across the country as well as internationally. The City's many points of interest include: outstanding educational facilities - Orange Coast College, Vanguard University, and Whittier School of Law; Orange County Fairgrounds and the Pacific Amphitheatre; South Coast Repertory Theatre; the future world-class Renee & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall (to open September 2006); three beautiful golf courses; the Noguchi Gardens; 208-acre Fairview Park; and a 15,000 square foot skate park (to open June 2005). Our climate, amenities, and proximity to the Pacific Ocean make Costa Mesa uniquely appealing to residents and businesses alike.

Costa Mesa has a thriving business community, from the "mom-and-pop" shops and boutiques to major retail, auto dealerships, and manufacturing industries. Major business headquarters, including Automobile Club, Billabong International, Emulex, Experian, Hurley International, and Rip Curl call Costa Mesa home. We have marvelous eateries, eclectic cafes, and fine dining establishments as well as fabulous hotels and inns. Costa Mesa has something for everyone.


Mailing Address:
PO Box 1200

Website:City Of Costa Mesa  Email: 

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, December 8th

City Council Study Session Meeting

when:Dec 8, 2009 at 4:30pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Thursday, December 10th

Historical Preservation Committee Meeting

when:Dec 10, 2009 at 5:30pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Cultural Arts Commission Meeting

when:Dec 10, 2009 at 6:45pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Monday, December 14th

Planning Commission Meeting

when:Dec 14, 2009 at 6:00pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Wednesday, December 23rd

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

when:Dec 23, 2009 at 6:30pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Monday, December 28th

Planning Commission Meeting

when:Dec 28, 2009 at 6:00pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Tuesday, January 5th

City Council Meeting

when:Jan 5, 2010 at 6:00pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Monday, January 11th

Planning Commission Meeting

when:Jan 11, 2010 at 6:00pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Tuesday, January 12th

City Council Study Session Meeting

when:Jan 12, 2010 at 4:30pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Thursday, January 14th

Historic Preservation Committee Meeting

when:Jan 14, 2010 at 5:30pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Cultural Arts Committee Meeting

when:Jan 14, 2010 at 6:45pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Tuesday, January 19th

City Council Meeting

when:Jan 19, 2010 at 6:00pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

Wednesday, January 27th

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

when:Jan 27, 2010 at 6:00pm where:Costa Mesa, CA venue:City Of Costa Mesa category:Government and Politics

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