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Newport Beach reviews $95 million early look at 2026–27 capital plan; water wells, seawalls and street work flagged
Summary
City staff outlined a preliminary $95 million capital improvement program for 2026–27, highlighting a $10 million Orange County Water District loan for new wells, seawall and road projects, and upgrades to Council Chambers AV and parks. Council and residents asked for more grant pursuit and details on environmental and traffic impacts.
City staff presented an early look at Newport Beach’s capital improvement program for fiscal 2026–27 on March 10, showing a preliminary program of about $95 million and urging council input on priorities and conflicts of interest.
Deputy Director of Public Works Jim Hulahan told the council the preliminary total for 2026–27 is roughly $95 million, split about evenly between new funding and rebudgeted prior-year allocations. He described baseline general‑fund investments, facilities and park maintenance funds, and a mix of roadway, wastewater and tidelands sources.
“As our preliminary total for this coming year 26–27 is 95 million,” Hulahan said.…
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