Newport Beach, California
Newport Beach Civic Ledger
The goal of the Ledger is to help citizens follow the issues, examine the sources, get to know the candidates, and become informed voters.
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Last updated: October 24, 2026
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November 3, 2026 · Election Day
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Who's on the ballot?8 certified candidates across 4 districts.Compare the candidates What's on the ballot?The ballot measures Newport Beach voters will decide this November.See the initiatives How do I vote?See what's on your November 3 ballot, how to vote, and the latest on the City's separate election for Measures P, Q, and R.How to vote
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Each issue page follows the same structure: status, timeline, sources.
Police HeadquartersWhere the site-selection process stands.Housing & GreenlightRHNA, the lawsuit, and Measure H, on the November 3 ballot.Fire Station & Property MovesThe linked OCTA, Dove St., and Campus Dr. property shuffle.Short-Term RentalsPermit caps, new enforcement rules, and both sides of the debate.HomelessnessFive years of City and County data, tracked against public claims.Flock Safety & ALPRThe NBPD license plate reader contract, pending state law, and a flagged transparency concern.Find Your Council DistrictLook up your district and councilmember.Source LibraryA running index of every document and article cited.Our GlossaryPlain definitions of the legal, housing and election terms in this year's coverage. Read online or download the PDF.
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