About Woodbridge, Irvine
One of the oldest of 25 areas in Irvine, charming Woodbridge has two lakes, mature trees, easy access to shopping and is close to both the 5 and 405 freeways.
Irvine boasts 53 community & neighborhood parks, as well as many sports fields & over 40 miles of bicycle trails! Much of this can be found in Woodbridge.
Woodbridge is made up of about 10,000 homes, and has an adult population of about 30,000. Woodbridge is well known as being a model planned community.
Utilities
Irvine Ranch Water District
(949) 453-5300
Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) provides domestic water service, sewage
collection and water reclamation to the City of Irvine and portions of
surrounding communities. Contact the IRWD for more information on their quality
water service, in addition to free water conservation devices, home and business
water audits utilized to increase conservation, landscape workshops, water
awareness tours and information on emergency preparedness.
www.irwd.com
Orange County Sanitation District
(714) 962-2411
The Orange County Sanitation District is responsible for wastewater, water
reclamation and watershed protection. They are responsible for controlling air
emissions, conserving and recycling natural resources and monitoring the impacts
of treated wastewater releases on precious ocean marine life.
www.ocsd.com
Southern California Edison
(800) 655-4555
Southern California Edison (SCE) is the electrical utility provider for the City
of Irvine, offering convenient, 24-hour customer service. SCE provides
electrical power to homes and businesses, in addition to providing information
on energy efficiency, rotating outages, emergency preparedness, electrical
safety tips, and tree planting guidelines to ensure non-interference with
electrical utility lines.
www.sce.com
Southern California Gas Company
(800) 427-2200
Southern California Gas Company (The Gas Company) is the provider of natural gas
to those residing or operating a business in the City of Irvine. The Gas Company
also provides customers with appliance services (hook-ups and safety checks), an
energy efficiency and rebate program, direct-assistance program for limited
income customers, and information on emergency preparedness and air quality.
Contact The Gas Company during business hours for more information.
www.socalgas.com
City Services
Building Permits
(949) 724-6313
All permit applications may be submitted at the Permit Processing counter. To
further assist the public, we offer a self-service submittal system. Plans and
permit applications can be logged in and dropped off at the self-serve bin
provided all of the forms and submittals are completed. For more information,
please visit the self-service area located in the Community Development
reception area.
Click here for Permit Processing Center
Business Licenses
(949) 724-6310
The City of Irvine welcomes new business enterprises, and values the many
businesses that have made Irvine their home. The City of Irvine requires all
organizations operating within the City to have a business license (Code of
Ordinances Section 2-10-201).
www.cityofirvine.org/ipd/divisions/
business_licenses
Child Care Coordination Office
(949) 724-6632
The Child Care Coordination Office provides a variety of services designed to
enhance and maintain the quality of childcare in the community. City staff work
with individuals, agencies and businesses to help provide quality services for
children.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/childcare
FOR Families
(949) 724-6650
FOR Families provides information and short-term support to individuals, couples
and families living or working in Irvine who need assistance identifying and
accessing needed services and resources. Our focus is on supporting the well
being of our community members.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/familyservices/
for_families
Irvine Senior Services
(949) 724-6800/6900
Irvine Senior Services has formed unique and powerful collaborations between
businesses, non-profit organizations, volunteers, and community groups. Our
goal is to maintain the ongoing educational, physical, emotional, and social
health of our adult population. "Get Busy Living" is our philosophy driving our
programs, resources, and activities for adult’s ages 50 and older. Whether you
are looking for useful information on social and community services or want to
support an active and healthy lifestyle, we can help. Find out more by visiting
our home on the World Wide Web at www.irvineseniors.org.
Irvine Animal Care Center
(949) 724-7740
Our five-acre facility houses more than 3,000 homeless animals every year. Our
pets live in roomy kennels with plenty of beds, blankets and toys, and each of
them also enjoys daily playtime in our enclosed yards and exercise rooms. Over
90% of the animals that arrive at our shelter are either returned safely to
their owners, or adopted into new, loving homes.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/animalcare
Disability Services
(949) 724-6732 Voice / TTY
Provides information and support services to people with disabilities who live
or work in Irvine. Disability Services offers social/ recreational
opportunities, community awareness events, informational seminars, quarterly
newsletter, classes, and much more.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/familyservices/
disability_services
Permits
Development Assistance Center
(949) 724-6308.
Planning and Development staff are available at the Planning and Zoning Counter
of the Community Development Department, located in City Hall, to answer any of
your questions, and to facilitate your development application. The D.A.C. team
is equipped to answer questions regarding planning and zoning regulations. The
Planning and Zoning Counter is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to
5:30 p.m., and on alternate Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
http://www.cityofirvine.org/depts/...
Single-Family Rehabilitation Grants (CDBG)
(949) 724-6546
The City of Irvine participates in the Federal Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program. Each year the City uses CDBG funds to assist non-profit public
service organizations assist low and moderate income residents, as well as to
assist.
Applications will be accepted beginning June 24, 2004. The City has a very
limited amount of funds available and will make selections at a later date.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts
TRIPS
(949) 724-7433 (724-RIDE)
Transportation to destinations within Orange County (wheelchair accessible vans
and buses) for Irvine residents with disabilities and older adults. Available
to Irvine residents with permanent disabilities and senior citizens over 65
years of age. Enrollment for eligible use is required. Waiting list for those
certified as eligible.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/seniors/
transportation.asp
Water Quality
(949) 724-6315
Unlike the sewer system, which carries water from your indoor drains to
wastewater treatment plants, the storm drain system in Irvine releases untreated
water into flood control channels, creeks and ultimately the ocean. To ensure
the safety and enjoyment of our environment, everyone's help is needed to keep
the storm drain system free from harmful pollutants.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/...
www.ocwatersheds.com
Social & Support Services
Al & Dorothy Keen Center for Senior Resources
(949) 724-6926
Dedicated to improving and maintaining the quality of life for older adults, The
Al & Dorothy Keen Center for Senior Resources offers an array of information
related to social services, assistance programs and support groups.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/seniors/
outreach_n_assistance/default.asp
Catholic Charities of Orange County
(714) 347-9600
Catholic Charities of Orange County is a non-profit organization that makes
available a broad base of services to all Orange County residents regardless of
religious, ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds. Catholic Charities works
with individuals to define, design, and implement family-friendly programs that
promote economic opportunity, educational achievement, family enrichment,
community health, and neighborhood reinvestment.
www.ccoc.org
City of Irvine Disability Services
(949) 724-6633
Provides information and support services to people with disabilities who live
or work in Irvine. Disability Services offers social/ recreational
opportunities, community awareness events, informational seminars, quarterly
newsletter, classes and much more.
www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/
familyservices/disability_services
CSP (Community Service Programs, Inc.)
(949) 975-1046
CSP serves youths, adults and families living in Orange County who are involved
or at risk of involvement with the justice system.
www.cspinc.org
Families Forward
(949) 552-2727
Assists families in need achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through housing,
counseling, education and other supportive services.
www.families-forward.org
FISH (Friends in Service to Humanity)
(949) 642-6060
FISH Harbor Area, Inc. is a non-profit whose mission is preventing hunger and
homelessness in our community.
www.fishharbor.org
Human Options
Hotline: (949) 854-3554
(949) 854-0180
Human Options' mission is "to help battered women, their families, and our
community break the cycle of domestic violence." Human Options Emergency
Shelter, a safe house for women and children, provides a safe, caring
environment for up to 45-days. We also offer long-term follow-up counseling, a
family healing center, counseling, and social services.
www.safenetwork.net/rd/sn000012.htm
Meals on Wheels
(949) 786-6870
Provides meals to those who are homebound.
Saddleback Community Outreach
(949) 380-8144
The major objective of SCO programs and services (food, housing, utility
payments, clothing and transportation) is to help those being assisted become
self-supportive.
www.saddlebackoutreach.org
Share Our Selves (SOS)
(949) 642-3451
Medical and Dental Clinics
949-650-0640
Share Our Selves (SOS) provides free emergency assistance to those in need of
basic living essentials, including food, clothes, health services, and financial
aid.
www.shareourselves.org
Women’s Opportunity Center at UCI
(949) 824-3274
The Women's Opportunities Center is a leader in providing career assistance to
women and men throughout the community. Serving more than 2,000 individuals
annually, WOC provides career and resume counseling, library resources, job
listings, career development workshops, and personal support groups.
http://unex.uci.edu/woc
Working Wardrobes
(949) 862-9090
Working Wardrobes®, a non-profit, nonsectarian organization based in Orange
County, assists survivors of domestic violence and other adults in crisis to
reclaim their self esteem and re-enter the workforce. Working Wardrobes®
provides life skills education, career coaching, and professional image
enhancement services to over 2000 people each year.
www.workingwardrobes.org
Telephone / Internet / Wireless
Cox Communications
(949) 720-2020
Cox Communications, Inc., (Cox) is the major provider of advanced cable, video,
voice and data services for homes and businesses in the City of Irvine. Contact
Cox to receive information on cable installation and repair services, high-speed
Internet access, local and long distance digital telephone, pay-per-view
services, and advanced voice and data transport solutions available specifically
for businesses.
www.cox.com
SBC
(800) 310-2355
SBC, formerly Pacific Bell, provides telephone, wireless communications, pagers
and paging services, Internet service and satellite television service to the
Irvine area.
www.sbc.com
Verizon
(800) 922-0204
Verizon provides telephone, wireless communications and Internet service to the
Irvine area.
www.verizonwireless.com
Cable TV
Cox Communications
(949) 720-2020
Cox Communications, Inc., (Cox) is the major provider of advanced cable, video,
voice and data services for homes and businesses in the City of Irvine. Contact
Cox to receive information on cable installation and repair services, high-speed
Internet access, local and long distance digital telephone, pay-per-view
services, and advanced voice and data transport solutions available specifically
for businesses.
www.cox.com
Public Safety
Irvine Police Department
(949) 724-7000
The Irvine Police Department is a professional, values-based organization where
community policing is a way of life. Community policing is the foundation that
the police department has been building upon since it began in 1975. We hope
you will benefit from the information that has been compiled about crime and our
prevention efforts in our City. Our website is one of the ways in which we
hope to improve communication with City residents and businesses.
www.ci.irvine.ca.us/ipd
Orange County Fire Authority
(714) 532-7266
The Orange County Fire Authority protects and supports the needs of the City of
Irvine. As a member agency, the OCFA serves the changing needs of the
communities it serves by providing the highest quality regional emergency,
safety and support services. The firefighters pledge their commitment to
preserving the quality of life, to protect lives, property and the environment
with compassion, vigilance and dedication to excellence.
www.ocfa.org
Business Services
Chamber of Commerce
(949) 660-9112
The Chamber, in conjunction with the City, works aggressively towards Irvine’s
economic development, promoting Irvine as the city of choice. The lead agency
working with the City on economic development, the Chamber has established a
plan that promotes Irvine as a prime business and residential location. ICC is
a non-profit business organization (501C6) that represents the business
community and provides benefits and services to the membership.
www.irvinechamber.com
Destination Irvine
(800) 558-4262 or (949) 660-9112 x127
Detailed information for relocating businesses or residents through the City of
Irvine's economic development partner 'Destination Irvine.'
www.destinationirvine.com
Business Permits
Development Assistance Center
(949) 724-6308
Planning and Development staff are available at the Planning and Zoning Counter
of the Community Development Department, located in City Hall, to answer any of
your questions, and to facilitate your development application. The DAC team is
equipped to answer questions regarding planning and zoning regulations.
Newspapers
Irvine World News
(949) 222-6138
Published weekly by the Orange County Register, the Irvine World News features
local news and information on all the happenings in the City of Irvine. The
paper is delivered to the homes of Irvine residents every Thursday, and is
available online and at local newsstands.
www.irvineworldnews.com
Los Angeles Times, OC Edition
(714) 966-5600
The Los Angeles Times is also one of the areas most notable sources for news and
information. The Times offers daily and "weekend only" delivery to subscribers,
and is available at local newsstands and online.
www.latimes.com
Orange County Register
(877) 4MY-REGISTER
The Orange County Register is one of the area's flagship newspapers, featuring
up-to-date news and information on local and nationwide topics. The Register is
available to subscribers for daily, early-morning delivery, and is also
available online and at local newsstands.
www.ocregister.com
Waste & Recycling Services
Waste Management of Orange County
(714) 558-7761
New residents can subscribe to weekly waste and recycling collection. New
residents can also have their cardboard moving boxes picked-up by calling Waste
Management of Orange County to schedule a pick-up.
www.wastemanagement.com
Waste Management
(949) 642-1191
Waste Management offers a full-range of environmental services to residential,
commercial, industrial and municipal customers in the City of Irvine. Services
available include waste removal, disposal operations, and a recycling program
offering curbside pick-up. The WasteByRail Program and Trading Services are
available specifically for businesses.
www.wastemanagement.com
County of Orange Integrated Waste Management Department
(714) 834-6752
Household hazardous waste such as paints, solvents, pesticides, gasoline, pool
chemicals, poisons, motor oil, car batteries and other materials cannot be
placed in recycling bins, residential trash cans, or commercial trash bins. The
County of Orange operates four household hazardous waste disposal centers for
the convenience of Orange County residents (proof of residency is required),
including a center in Irvine located at 6411 Oak Canyon Avenue (near the Sand
Canyon/Oak Canyon intersection). Their hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
http://www.cityofirvine.org/depts...
Oil Recycling
(949) 724-7669
Please recycle your used motor oil. It's easy and it's free! Illegal dumping of
motor oil is extremely damaging to the environment, can result in significant
fines to violators, and represents a tremendous waste of resources. Used oil can
be re-refined into usable oil for vehicles or used as fuel for ships. To
request a free used oil recycling container* or to locate a State Certified Used
Oil Collection Center near you, please call the Irvine Recycles Hotline at (949)
724-7669.
http://www.cityofirvine.org/depts/...
Religious Institutions
Adat Ha Mashiach
(949) 252-0474
5 Rigley
Irvine, Ca. 92612
www.adathamashiach.com
Agape Nest Presbyterian Church
(949) 733-9191
13955 Yale Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92620
Assembly of God Church
(949) 252-8400
17951 Cowan
Irvine, Ca. 92614
www.socalag.org
Bethel Jacob Congregation
(949) 786-5230
3900 Michelson
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Bethel Korean Church
(949) 854-4010
18700 Harvard Ave. #A-F
Irvine, Ca. 92612
www.bkc.org/english
Calvary Chapel of Irvine
(949) 733-3701
PO Box 16956
Irvine, Ca 92623
www.calvaryirvine.com
Chabad of Irvine
(949) 786-5004
5010 Barranca Pkwy
Irvine, CA 92604
www.chabadirvine.org
Chinese Bible Church
(949) 653-1329
18182 Culver Dr.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Chinese First Baptist Church of Irvine
(949) 854-4005
18700 Harvard Ave. #D
Irvine, Ca. 92612
irvinebaptist.org
Christ Our Redeemer AME Church
(323) 731-6367
(877) 426-7263
U.C.I. Interfaith Center
First Church of Christ, Scientist (Christian Science Church)
(949) 262-9540
25 Orange Tree
Irvine, Ca. 92618
www.tfccs.com
Christian Science Reading Room
(949) 552-6929
15435 Jeffrey Rd.
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Church of Jesus Christ of LDS
(949) 786-9091
23 Lake Rd.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
https://secure.lds.org/units/stake/
Congregation Kol HaNeshamah
(949) 551-2737
14252 Culver Drive, Suite A
Irvine, Ca 92604-0326
www.voiceofthesoul.org
Congregation Orami
(949) 829-5880
30 Hughes, Suite 200
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Congregation Shir-Ha-Ma'a lot
(949) 857-2226
3652 Michelson Blvd.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Creekside Christian Fellowship
(949) 786-4849
4849 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
Embassy Christian Center
(949) 833-3555
17601 Fitch
Irvine, Ca. 92614
Evangelical Formosan Church
(949) 261-8007
17422 Armstong Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92614
Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church
(949) 733-8172
13955 Yale Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92620
Filipino-American Church
(949) 857-6844
5000 Barranca Pky
Irvine, CA 92604
First Church of Christ, Scientist
(949) 673-1340
3303 Via Lido
Newport Beach, Ca.
First Korean Baptist Church
(949) 857-9425
5101 Walnut Ave.
Irvine, CA 92604
Full Gospel Business Men's
(949) 260-0700
20 Corporate Park #340
Irvine, Ca. 92606
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
(949) 552-1918
4800 Irvine Center Dr.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
Grace Christian
(949) 460-6179
P.O. Box 7615
Laguna Niguel, Ca.
Irvine Canaan Christian Community
(949) 251-0783
17321 Murphy Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92614
Irvine Community Church
(949) 559-1701
14804 Sand Canyon Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Irvine First Korean Church
(949) 857-5721
15 Orange Tree
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Irvine Presbyterian Church
(949) 786-9627
4445 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
Irvine United Church of Christ
(949) 733-0220
4915 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
Islamic Center of Irvine (ICOI)
(949) 786-4264
5410 Trabuco Road, Suite 130
Irvine, CA 92620
Jubilee Presbyterian Church
(949) 735-4905
17815 Sky Park Circle, Suite H
Irvine, CA 92620
www.jubileepci.org
L A Intl Church of Christ
(949) 477-0600
18842 Teller Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Logos Korean Church
(949) 653-9191
18182 Culver Dr.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
(949) 854-3232
1540 Concordia Dr. East
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Mariner's Church
(949) 854-7600
5001 Newport Coast Dr.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
www.marinerschurch.org
Messianic Jewish Congregation
(949) 551-5797
15 Orangetree Lane
Irvine, CA 92620
New Community Church
(949) 442-9240
2025 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92606
Orange County Chinese Evangelical
(949) 752-7777
2332 McGaw Ave.
Irvine, Ca. 92714
Pacific Church of Irvine
(949) 552-6774
15 Orange Tree Lane
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Powerhouse Christian Fellowship
(949) 250-7363
17781 Mitchell N.
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Sand Canyon Presbyterian Church
(949) 654-1490
33 Whistling Swan
Irvine, Ca. 92604
Shepherd of Peace Lutheran Church
(949) 786-3326
18182 Culver Dr.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
Shuvah-Yisrael Messianic Jewish Congregation
(949) 551-5797
4200 Trabuco Road
Irvine, Ca.
Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’i
(949) 753-3551
PO Box 17254
Irvine, CA 92623
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
(949) 559-4699
4400 Barranca Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
(949) 854-1000
9 Hillgate
Irvine, Ca. 92612
www.seasirvine.org
St. John Neumann Catholic Church
(949) 559-4006
5101 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
www.sjnirvine.org
St. Mark Antiochian Orthodox
(949) 851-8933
17840 Sky Park Cir.
Irvine, Ca. 92614
St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church
(949) 733-2366
4949 Alton Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92604
St. Thomas More Catholic Church
(949) 551-8601
14010 Remington
Irvine, Ca. 92620
True Jesus Church in Irvine
(866) 530-3450
5200 Trabucco Rd.
Irvine, CA 92620
UCI Episcopal Campus Ministry
(949) 856-0211
Interfaith Center
PO Box 6030
Irvine, CA 92616-6030
U.C.I. InterFaith Center
(949) 856-0211
Irvine, CA 92697
Unified Mosque of Irvine
(800) 800-2266
4915 Alton Parkway
Irvine, CA 92604
www.islamwum.org
United Church of Christ Irvine
(949) 733-0220
4915 Alton Parkway
Irvine, Ca. 92604
www.iucc.org
University United Church Methodist
(949) 786-8354
18422 Culver Dr.
Irvine, Ca. 92612
University Synagogue
(949) 553-3535
4155 Alton Parkway
Irvine, Ca. 92604
www.universitysynagogue.org
The Village Church of Irvine
(949) 707-3100
5 Wrigley
Irvine, CA 92618-2711
www.villagechurchirvine.com
Voyagers Bible Church
(949) 857-5007
6000 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, Ca. 92720
www.voygers.org
Woodbridge Community Church
(949) 552-1101
5000 Barranca Pkwy.
Irvine, Ca. 92714