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Still Protecting Our Newport (SPON) is a 501.c.3 non-profit organization in Newport Beach, CA.
🔎 Here’s what’s coming up in Newport Beach — and how to stay engaged:

🏛️ From zoning decisions and park planning to the final City Council meeting of the year, December brings important choices affecting housing, public spaces, and coastal policy.
November 24, 2025 at 8:14 PM
🌊 Here’s what happened in Newport Beach last week:

🎥 Missed the City Council meeting? You can watch it here:
🔗 newportbeach.granicus.com/player/clip/...

🗣️ When residents stay informed and involved, decisions better reflect Newport Beach values and community priorities.
November 24, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Here’s what happened in Newport Beach last week 👇

Harbor Code updates, long-term planning, arts funding and city finances.

Thank you to the residents who showed up, commented, or stayed engaged.
Civic participation matters — and it is making a difference. 💙

#NewportBeach
November 17, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Big decisions are coming to City Council on Nov. 18.

If you care about housing, traffic, sidewalk safety, or how our city grows — now is the time to speak up.

📝 Send a comment by 5 PM the day before:
➡️ cityclerk@newportbeachca.gov
November 16, 2025 at 9:43 PM
What happens in the General Plan will shape Newport Coast’s safety, character, and open spaces for the next 20+ years. Please share this video with your Newport Coast HOA, friends and neighbors. Share your feedback at
newporttogether.mysocialpinpoint.com/2050-general-plan-draft-elements
November 15, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Sea level rise, parking, tourism, and preserving our historic charm — Newport’s new General Plan will shape how we face these challenges for the next 25 years.
November 12, 2025 at 9:37 PM
🔎 Coming Up in Newport Beach:

⚓ Nov. 10: Harbor Code stakeholder meeting.
🌊 Nov. 12: Harbor Comm. reviews 2026 Harbor & Beaches Master Plan and copper rules.
💰 Nov. 13: Finance Comm. reviews CalPERS funds & auto sales tax revenue.
🎨 Nov. 13: Arts Comm. discusses drafts & Cultural Arts Grants.
November 11, 2025 at 12:40 AM
This week in #NewportBeach 🌊
🏙️ Council weighed housing above shops, new e-bike rules, & a Police HQ study.
🏠 Coastal Commission ok’d a 31K sq. ft. Balboa home.
📘 GPAC reviewed the draft Noise Element.

SPON — Newport Beach residents’ advocate — keeps you informed.
November 10, 2025 at 8:06 PM
👀 What’s coming up in Newport Beach:

🏛️ City Council meets Nov 4 — expect updates on e-bike & sidewalk rules, the CdM Corridor Study, and proposed housing reductions in the Newport Place area.

💬 Weigh in on the Back Bay Landing review and General Plan draft through mid-November.

Stay informed ⬇️
November 4, 2025 at 9:19 PM
🌊 Newport Beach Recap:
🏄‍♂️ Council okayed the Snug Harbor Surf Park (6–0), despite strong opposition.
🌿 Tree removal for the Balboa Fire Station upheld.
🏠 Back Bay Landing EIR comments due Nov 17.
Council video: ecms.newportbeachca.gov/WEB/Browse.a...
💬 Comment: www.newportbeachca.gov/Home/Compone...
November 4, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Big week ahead in Newport Beach 🌊

The City Council will take up the controversial Snug Harbor Surf Park proposal — a plan that would replace much of the golf course near the airport with artificial lagoons and large new buildings.
October 28, 2025 at 7:24 PM
The Planning Commission backed a major MacArthur Court development deal that could bring 700 new homes — already sparking debate over zoning and affordability.

Meanwhile, the City wrapped up General Plan Open Houses — but residents can still weigh in online through Nov. 17.
October 27, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Meeting Links To Get Engaged This Week!

Keeping Libraries & the General Plan on Track Oct. 20 – www.newportbeachca.gov/Home/Compone...

✈️ First Flight: City’s New Aviation Committee Takes Off - Oct. 20 - www.newportbeachca.gov/Home/Compone...
October 20, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Links for a deeper dive!
JWA Seat Allocations
board.ocgov.com/meetings-age...
City Council Full Meeting Video
ecms.newportbeachca.gov/WEB/Browse.a...
Sculpture Exhibition Vote
sparkoc.com/nb_sculpture...
City Surplus, Facility Upgrades
www.newportbeachca.gov/Home/Compone...

#NewportBeach
October 20, 2025 at 8:13 PM
What’s on the city’s agenda this week?

🗓️To access meeting materials and agenda packets visit the City Calendar:
newportbeach.legistar.com/Calendar.asp...

📝To review the General Plan Draft Elements:
newporttogether.mysocialpinpoint.com/2050-general...

Stay informed and engaged! 🔎 #SPONWatch
October 14, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Use the following links for a deeper dive!

Parks Beaches and Rec. Meeting Materials: www.newportbeachca.gov/Home/Compone...

Draft Elements Review and Public Comment: newporttogether.mysocialpinpoint.com/2050-general...

CdM Study Information: www.newportbeachca.gov/government/d...
October 13, 2025 at 9:51 PM
What’s on the city’s agenda this week? 👀
Stay informed, stay involved.

🔗 Full City Calendar: www.newportbeachca.gov/government/d...

📰 SPON Website linked in bio. Red our latest Newsletter: bit.ly/SPONsept25%F...
General Plan Workshops: newporttogether.mysocialpinpoint.com/Get-Engaged
October 6, 2025 at 11:50 PM
✨ Newport Beach Weekly Recap ✨

✈️ Airport News: Seat limits for 2026 are under fire. Vice Chair Sue Dvorak opposed, JSX Airlines pushed back.

For More Info: www.ocair.com/about/admini...

🌊 Cleaner Bay: Plans to cut plastics, improve landscaping, and build a viewing deck for the trash interceptor.
October 6, 2025 at 8:36 PM
🏠 Newport Beach has no binding affordable housing requirement. Out of 5,000 units proposed, only 6–9% are affordable—far below what’s needed. Without action, we risk lawsuits, penalties, and losing control of our future.

📢 It’s time for City Council to adopt a real Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance.
October 3, 2025 at 3:09 AM
📅 SPON Watchlist – October 2025
Our new calendar highlights the most important city decisions this month.

Stay informed:
📰 Newsletter → bit.ly/SPONsept25
📌 City Calendar → www.newportbeachca.gov/i-am-a/resid...
September 30, 2025 at 12:32 AM
What Happened Last Week 📰

Sept 23 – City Council: 45-day smoke shop moratorium, bans on flavored tobacco/nitrous oxide, $250K library gift + more. 📑 tinyurl.com/7rayjc6b

Sept. 24 - Airport Noise: Quarterly noise report + 2026 allocation preview. 📑 tinyurl.com/46hdehf8
September 29, 2025 at 5:56 PM
A Smarter Housing Future for Newport Beach

The State requires 4,845 new homes.
City Council approved 11,878 - more than double - without a resident vote.

The Housing Initiative petition restores balance by meeting state mandates without overdevelopment and keeping power in resident hands.
September 26, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Last Week in Newport Beach:
Together, residents and City leaders made progress: patio hours at SOL Mexican Cocina were capped earlier to preserve neighborhood peace, and community voices successfully kept Mariners Park off the list of aquatic center sites.
September 22, 2025 at 9:59 PM
📅 Mid Month Calendar & Look Ahead

✨ Why this matters: These choices set the course for neighborhood character, coastal access, and quality of life in #NewportBeach.

Stay tuned — and make sure your perspective is part of the process. #Airport #BalboaLibrary #GeneralPlan
September 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM