Bridge Shelter Success: Cindy’s Story
Removing barriers such as substance abuse and legal challenges is something that is happening daily at the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter, thanks to the physical…
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Federal judge issues ruling affirming Costa Mesa’s victory in sober living lawsuit
The City of Costa Mesa sealed its victory in the groundbreaking case involving Yellowstone Women’s First Stop House, Inc. and two other entities after Federal…
Bridge Shelter Partner Profile: Clothing the Homeless
Clothing the Homeless is a ministry of Journey Christian Church, which is now helping Costa Mesa’s Bridge Shelter clients regain dignity and improve their lives….
Tamara Letourneau to take City Manager job in Laguna Niguel
Tamara Letourneau, who has been the Assistant City Manager in Costa Mesa for the past five years, has accepted the job to become the new…
Fire & Rescue team member Jon Neal promoted as city’s new Fire Marshal
Costa Mesa Fire Chief Dan Stefano announced that Jon Neal has been appointed to the position of Fire Marshal. “Jon has been a highly valued…
Former Navy Corpsman sets sail on new course with Costa Mesa Network for Homeless Solutions
Meet Paul Mahoney, one of the newest members of the city’s team who helps Bridge Shelter clients on a daily basis to get out of…
Bridge Shelter Success: Jerry’s Story
Jerry arrived at Share Our Selves in bad condition and in need of help. He had been living in his van for two years when…
New City Manager takes office in Costa Mesa
Lori Ann Farrell Harrison was sworn-in as the City Manager of the City of Costa Mesa during an Oath of Office ceremony at the start…
Costa Mesa Fire and Rescue adds OES engine to the fleet
On Friday, June 28, 2019 the Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Department officially took possession of CAL OES Fire Engine no. 302 from the State…
Bridge Shelter Success: Deanne’s Story Update
We recently told the story of Deanne, a Bridge Shelter client, who had agreed to enter into the shelter after living in her car for…
Senior Engineer Arash Rahimian presented with City Manager Leadership Award
Senior Engineer Arash Rahimian was presented with the City Manager Leadership Award at the monthly Meet and Greet event on Thursday June 26 at City…
Fairview Development Center to hold Fireworks event on Thursday June 27 at 9 p.m.
Fairview Developmental Center will be holding its annual Independence Day Fireworks event for clients, employees and general public on Thursday June 27. The event starts…