The City of Irvine has announced a major habitat restoration and wildfire prevention initiative in Bommer Canyon Preserve, funded by a $1 million grant from the California Natural Resources Agency secured with the support of Irvine's State Assemblymember, Cottie Petrie-Norris.

In partnership with the Irvine Ranch Conservancy, the City is tackling one of the region's growing wildfire challenges: the spread of invasive, non-native grasses.

By removing invasive vegetation and restoring native habitat, the project is helping reduce wildfire risk, slow the potential spread of fires, enhance ecological health, and strengthen protections for surrounding communities.