In Irvine, legislative power rests in the hands of the seven-member city council. One of them is the mayor, who is an at-large member, meaning they are elected by all residents of the city.
This is Irvine’s first election since Measure D passed earlier this year. Previously the councilmembers, like the mayor, were voted into office by all residents — called at-large elections. Now, members will instead be elected only by residents of their own districts.
Measure D also expanded the number of seats on the council from four to six and divided the city into six corresponding districts with a new map. If you’re unsure of your district, the city has a handy search tool where you can enter your address to find out.
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Because of term limits and the new measure:
- Voters in District 1 will elect a councilmember for a two-year term.
- Voters in districts 2, 3, and 4 will elect a councilmember for a four-year term.
- Councilmembers in districts 5 and 6 are not up for election this year.
What does the city council do?
- Establish city policyÂ
- Enact and implement local ordinances
- Adopt operating and capital improvement program budgets
- Establish city policy
- Approve or deny the zoning and development of land
- Hire the City Manager and appoint certain city officials
Fast facts about Irvine
- The City Manager in Irvine is among the highest paid city managers in the county, and Irvine’s city budget is one of the biggest in the county, too.
- Irvine has a two consecutive term limit for all elected officials.Â
- The salary for all councilmembers (including the mayor) is about $10,000 per year, not including benefits. You can see…
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