Community Relations

The City is gearing up for several fall and Halloween-themed family-friendly events this month.

All events are free to the pubic except for the low-cost Pumpkin Diving at Sierra Recreation Center, which has a $5 pre-sale fee or $10 fee at the door.

North Paseo at LOS OSOS (25282 Marguerite Parkway):

Night Market - Fright Night, October 19 from 5 to 9 pm.

Jeronimo Tunnel (Jeronimo and Arbolitos):

As a reminder, with the Orange County Registrar of Voters delivering Vote-by-Mail ballots and early voting beginning on October 7, Mission Viejo voters will consider Measure Y, an increase to the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) charged to out-of-town guests staying at the City’s hotels and short-term rentals.

For the upcoming 2024 Presidential General Election, Vote-by-Mail ballots will be delivered to the U.S. Post Office on October 7. Early voting begins and Ballot Drop Boxes will be unlocked on this day as well.

The Orange County Registrar of Voters will begin mailing voter information guides to registered voters this week. If you are not registered to vote in the upcoming Presidential General Election, you can do so until October 21 through the Registrar’s website.

As a reminder, Mission Viejo voters on the November 5 ballot will consider Measure Y, an increase to the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) charged to out-of-town guests staying at the City’s hotels and short-term rentals.

The City Council on Tuesday recognized the Little League Challenger team, members of the City’s adopted Marines and approved the purchase of Mission Viejo’s first electronic vehicle (EV) fleet truck.

The City Council on Tuesday, September 24 will recognize the Little League District 68 Challenger team and adopted Marines for outstanding efforts as well as consider purchasing an electric vehicle (EV) fleet truck.

The business part of the meeting starts at 6 pm in the Council Chamber at 200 Civic Center.

The City Council on Tuesday received an update on the Airport Fire by Orange County Fire Authority Division Chief Cheyne Maule, and Emergency Operations Manager Paul Catsimanes and Animal Services Supervisor Brynn Lavison detailed the City’s efforts, response and public outreach.  

On the November 5 Presidential General Election ballot, Mission Viejo voters will consider an increase to the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) charged to out-of-town guests staying at the City’s hotels and short-term rentals. An increase to the TOT, commonly known as a “hotel tax” or “bed tax,” will only be used to fund the City’s police services, emergency response and infrastructure and would bring the City’s low TOT rate in line with other Orange County cities.

The City Council on Tuesday approved a move to help residents and businesses with continuing and obtaining fire and casual property insurance as well as an agreement with Pacific Symphony for more performances, among other business.

Get ready to savor delectable fare during this year’s Mission Viejo Restaurant Week September 9-15.  

Several eateries will take you on a culinary journey in honor of this special week hosted by the Mission Viejo Chamber of Commerce and City of Mission Viejo.

Restaurant Week is designed to encourage you to explore the City’s culinary landscape while keeping your dining dollars local.