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Retiring City Manager Shares Emotional Reflection Full of Laughter, Tears and ‘Snark’

After a mostly lighthearted, but at times emotional, speech from soon-retiring Newport Beach City Manager Dave Kiff reflecting on his time with the city, the crowd reacted exactly like the audience nine years ago, when he was promoted to his current position: A standing ovation....
Posted On 13 Jul 2018
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Public Input Requested for Next City Manager Traits, Experience

Newport Beach City Council held a comment opportunity during Tuesday’s study session to allow the public to express what they would like to see in the next city manager, in terms of experience, values, and related qualifications. In March, the city announced City Manager Dave...
Posted On 07 May 2018
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Council Selects Firm to Search for Next City Manager

Newport Beach City Council selected an executive search firm this week to start the hunt for a new city manager. In March, the city announced City Manager Dave Kiff’s intention to retire toward the end of year. Some unverified reports claim that several Council members pressured...
Posted On 28 Apr 2018
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Details on City Manager Early Retirement Debated at Council Meeting

Details about what let to the early retirement announcement of Newport Beach City Manager Dave Kiff were revealed Tuesday during the City Council meeting and left many residents more confused and upset than before. The city released a statement on March 25 explaining that Kiff...
Posted On 13 Apr 2018
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Officials Speak Up About Homelessness in Newport, Orange County

A community forum this week discussed a current topic that impacts all of Orange County, including affluent Newport Beach: Homelessness. About 100 people filled the Community Room at the Newport Beach Civic Center Wednesday for the monthly Speak Up Newport meeting. Helen Cameron,...
Posted On 13 Apr 2018
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Residents Voice Support for City Manager Amid Claims of Pressure to Retire Early

Shock, anger, and sadness dominated the public comments during Tuesday’s Newport Beach City Council meeting. Nearly two dozen residents came out this week to show their support for Newport Beach City Manager Dave Kiff and, at the same time, question the suspected reasons behind...
Posted On 29 Mar 2018
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General Plan Update, ‘Port Plan’ Among City Goals

City Council and staff met this week to set goals and plan for the future of Newport Beach. About 75 people attended the annual Council planning session held Monday at Marina Park on the Balboa Peninsula. The big item of the night was the general plan update. An update to the...
Posted On 01 Feb 2018
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City Manager Dave Kiff Previews Newport’s Plans for 2016

The January Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce Networking Speakers Luncheon has traditionally been the time for the Chamber to install a new board of directors and host the city’s new mayor, who usually offers a preview of the state of the city address which will be delivered...
Posted On 22 Jan 2016
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Allegations Against Newport Beach Police Chief Johnson Removed from Lawsuit

According to an email from Tara Finnigan, public information officer for Newport Beach, allegations of sexual harassment against Newport Beach Police Chief Jay Johnson have been removed from a lawsuit. Finnigan’s email noted that “A lawsuit filed by former Newport Beach Police...
Posted On 10 Jan 2015
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Council Approves 2014-15 Budget

City Council unanimously approved the budget for the upcoming 2014-15 fiscal year last week. The council adopted the budget during their June 10 meeting and will take effect July 1, according to an announcement released on June 13. The budget “is balanced, adds to Newport Beach’s...
Posted On 19 Jun 2014
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Council Discusses City Budget

Council and staff members discussed the city of Newport Beach budget for the 2013-14 fiscal year during a study session Tuesday. The city performance plan states that the budget is balanced while increasing investment in crime prevention, neighborhood beautification and...
Posted On 31 May 2013
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Grand Jury: Newport Pays Too Many Too Much

An Orange County Grand Jury report on city employees’ compensation found no Bell-like abuses in the county, but did chide Newport Beach and Laguna Beach for their relatively large number of employees taking home six-figure compensation packages. The report seemed likely to fuel...
Posted On 23 Jun 2011
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15 Vie to Create NB’s Reagan Statue

A controversial statue of President Reagan moved a step closer to reality this week as 15 artists’ proposals were received by the city by the Wednesday afternoon deadline. The prize for the winning artist: a $50,000 contract to create a statue of the former California governor...
Posted On 24 Mar 2011
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