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Topics getting the most attention in Costa Mesa public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Teen Voting Rights

A 16-year-old Costa Mesa teen is asking the city to lower the local voting age to 16 and 17, and the City Council will soon decide whether to take it up. If you care about who gets a say in local politics, this is a push to expand the electorate.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 28, 2026

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Cannabis Storefront Time Extension

The planning commission debated whether to grant a full one-year extension for an approved cannabis storefront on Newport Avenue that has faced delays in plan check. While commissioners expressed frustration over engineering slowdowns, they ultimately supported the extension to help clean up an eyesore property.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026