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Still Protecting Our Newport (SPON) is a 501.c.3 non-profit organization in Newport Beach, CA.
🏛️ City Council — Dec. 9, 5 PM
📅 www.newportbeachca.gov/government/d...
🌲 Coastal Commission — Dec. 10
🔗 www.coastal.ca.gov/meetings/age...
🎨 Arts Commission — Dec. 11, 5 PM
#NewportBeach #SPON #CivicEngagement
December 9, 2025 at 1:06 AM
🌊 Last week in Newport Beach: public safety updates, tree replacements, a service award nomination, General Plan public review, and a formal referendum filed against the Surf Park.
Engaged residents make all the difference. 💙
December 9, 2025 at 12:13 AM
🌊 Here’s how to get involved in Newport Beach this week:

🗿 Vote for Civic Center sculptures (closes Dec. 5):
🔗 sparkoc.com/nb_sculpture...

📅 Check upcoming meetings + details:
🔗 www.newportbeachca.gov/government/d...

💻 Help improve the City’s website:
🔗 www.surveymonkey.com/r/newportbea...
December 2, 2025 at 2:39 AM
🔎 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