COSTA MESA Can Do Better.

wht we stand for

Costa Mesa is a great place to live, but our quality of life depends on meaningful action being taken on the growing issues affecting our neighborhoods.

We, the undersigned residents of Costa Mesa, are concerned about the direction our city is heading and the impact current policies are having on public safety, neighborhood stability, and education.

Costa Mesa can and should do better. We are calling for responsible, resident-focused leadership and greater accountability from those making decisions on our behalf.

We urge city leaders to address the following core quality-of-life issues:

CRIME & PUBLIC SAFETY

Costa Mesa’s crime rate is 4,146 incidents per 100,000 residents
That rate is 78.4% above the national average
Violent crime, property crime, and vehicle theft continue to strain neighborhoods and law enforcement resources

Public safety is the foundation of a healthy community — and residents deserve to feel safe where they live.

Source: FBI Crime Statistics

IRRESPONSIBLE GROWTH & OVERDEVELOPMENT

State-mandated projects, including the Fairview Development Center proposal, could add up to 4,000 housing units
These projects would increase traffic congestion and place additional strain on infrastructure, roads, and public services
Residents continue to raise concerns about planning decisions being made without adequate local input

Growth should be balanced, thoughtful, and aligned with the character and capacity of our city.

Source: City of Costa Mesa

EDUCATION & STUDENT OUTCOMES

49% of Newport-Mesa Unified School District students are not proficient in math
38% are not proficient in English/Language Arts
Parents deserve transparency, accountability, and a clear focus on academic achievement

Strong schools are essential to our community’s future and to maintaining Costa Mesa as a desirable place to raise a family.

Source: 2025 CAASPP Standardized Test Results

We believe Costa Mesa’s quality of life is declining, and it does not have to be this way.

We call on city leadership to prioritize public safety, responsible growth, and educational outcomes, and to put residents first in future decisions.

Sign below to stand for a safer, better-managed, and more accountable Costa Mesa.