Costa Mesa’s Shelter Model Successfully Houses the Homeless
As the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter nears six months of operation, its unique model has successfully transitioned 18 clients from homelessness into permanent housing. And…
Being kind nets local Costa Mesa High school student the Mayor’s Award
At the Tuesday Sept. 3 City Council meeting, Mayor Katrina Foley presented Costa Mesa High School student Rebekah Robeck with the Mayor’s Award to honor…
It’s better to be ‘Prepared, not Scared,’ when it comes to emergencies
As part of National Preparedness Month, the City of Costa Mesa will be sharing tips, videos and ideas on how to prepare for an emergency…
Judge issues another ruling in support of Costa Mesa’s group home laws
In yet another victory for the City of Costa Mesa, Federal Judge James Selna denied a motion for a preliminary injunction against the city’s group…
Street sweeping to be postponed for one week due to Labor Day holiday
Due to the observation of the Labor Day holiday on Monday, there will be no residential street sweeping Sept. 2 through Sept. 6, 2019. This…
Bridge Shelter Success: Shirley’s story
Shirley is a Bridge Shelter senior client who previously wound up on the streets after a divorce where she found herself having to solve her…
State legislature unanimously votes to name portion of 55 Freeway after Capt. Mike Kreza
On Monday, Aug. 26, the California State Senate approved Resolution SCR 21 to name a portion of the 55 Freeway after Costa Mesa Fire &…
ARTventure to mark five years of showcasing local arts and entertaining families
The Cultural Arts Committee along with the Parks and Community Services Department are proud to host the fifth annual ARTventure event. This free two-day cultural…
Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter Partner Profile: Serve the People
Serve the People is a private non-profit organization located in Santa Ana that provides health care services to people who struggle to find a doctor, dentist,…
Management and Analysis of City Budget Pays off for Haston
City Manager Lori Ann Farrell Harrison presented Amber Haston with the City Manager Leadership Award at the monthly Meet and Greet at City Hall on…
Bridge Shelter Success: Samuel’s Story
When the Network for Homeless Solutions first contacted Samuel in 2014, it was learned that he suffered from a traumatic brain injury and depression exacerbated…
Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter Partner Profile: Community Action Partnership of Orange County
The Community Action Partnership of Orange County works to strengthen individuals and families by providing health services, workforce development and community engagement programs. The organization…