Costa Mesa
California
City Of Costa Mesa
About Us:
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.
Recent News
City of Costa Mesa News - Pacific Airshow Returns To Huntington Beach This Week And Weekend
This is a message from the City of Huntington Beach. The Pacific Airshow returns to Huntington Beach Friday, Sept. 29 through Sunday Oct. 1. Beginning Monday, Sept. 25, you can expect to hear these team as they do flyovers. Beginning Friday Sept.…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa - Still In Need Of Volunteers For Committees
The Costa Mesa City Council is currently seeking residents to serve on the following City Committees: Animal Services Committee: This committee assists with the planning of animal related events, explores and provides recommendations to improve…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa - There Is Still Time To Apply To Serve On A City Committee
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Read More »City of Costa Mesa News - City Still in Need of Volunteers for Committees
Costa Mesa Residents Sought To Serve On City Committees The Costa Mesa City Council is currently seeking residents to serve on the following City Committees: Animal Services Committee: This committee assists with the planning of animal…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa News : Deadline to apply to volunteer on a City Committee is March 9
The Costa Mesa City Council is currently seeking residents to serve on the following City Committees: Animal Services Committee: This committee assists with the planning of animal related events, explores and provides recommendations to improve…
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Read More »City Of Costa Mesa : Reports $4.3 Million Surplus And $83 Million Reduction InPension Liability
The City of Costa Mesa announced a $4.3 million General Fund surplus for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, despite three years of an ongoing global pandemic and without the use of reserves. On Tuesday, Feb. 7, the City Council was presented…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa : New Applications Are Being Accepted For Community Development Block Grants For 2023-24
The City of Costa Mesa is accepting applications from interested, tax-exempt nonprofit organizations operating within its jurisdiction that provide public services that benefit low- and moderate-income Costa Mesa residents and are eligible for grant…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa News - Costa Mesa Voters Return Mayor Stephens, Council Members Marr, Chavez And Reynolds To The City Council
Costa Mesa Voters Return Mayor Stephens, Council Members Marr, Chavez And Reynolds To The City Council A new Costa Mesa City Council was sworn in Tuesday, Dec. 6 with voters electing John Stephens as Mayor and re-electing Mayor Pro-Tem and…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa : Earns Highest Award In Government Accounting And Financial Reporting
The City of Costa Mesa celebrated another financial accolade this week from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada for its Excellence in Financial Reporting award, the highest form of recognition in the…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa - Assistant City Manager Susan Price To Retire
Assistant City Manager Susan Price announced this week that she is retiring after an impressive 20-year career in the government sector. “Susan is a highly respected leader and trailblazer in the field of homelessness in Orange County. Her…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa Hires Robert Moya As Assistant Finance Director
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Read More »Assembly Member Cottie Petrie-Norris Presents Costa Mesa With $2.5 Million For New Fire And Rescue Regional Training Center
Assembly Member Cottie Petrie-Norris presented a $2.5 million check to City officials to rebuild Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue’s Station 4 and training tower into a state-of-the-art Regional Training Facility. Mayor John Stephens, Council…
Read More »New Point In Time Count Shows 20 Percent Less Unsheltered Homeless Individuals In Costa Mesa
New Point In Time Count Shows 20 Percent Less Unsheltered Homeless Individuals In Costa Mesa Based on numbers released Wednesday May 11 by the County of Orange, Costa Mesa’s extensive measures to reduce homelessness are paying dividends as…
Read More »City Of Costa Mesa - Costa Mesa Receives $10.7 Million From State And County Agencies ToConvert Local Motel To Affordable Housing
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