At their meeting on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, the Tustin City Council, acting as the Local Reuse Authority (LRA) for the former MCAS Tustin, discussed the future of the Tustin Legacy development. This meeting provided an opportunity for the public to learn more about the vision, hear development progress from the City and other partner organizations, and next steps to provide valuable feedback about the future of Tustin Legacy.
Key takeaways from the meeting
The City Council unanimously directed City staff to:
- Develop a strategy for public engagement regarding the remaining city-owned developable land and other partner organization owned land.
- Develop a strategy for recurring City Council “study sessions” to discuss Tustin Legacy development progress in greater detail.
- Hold annual LRA update sessions with virtual presentations from the City and other partner organizations.
Regarding next steps about the future of Tustin Legacy, Tustin Mayor Austin Lumbard stated, “This is a great opportunity for us to audit the original vision of Tustin Legacy and engage the community in discussions about its future. We’re committed to being transparent and inviting the Tustin community to get involved and provide feedback that will inform our next steps."
To hear the detailed updates from project partners and learn more about the project, watch the meeting recording.
What you can expect
City staff is working on a plan to inform and engage the public on the future of Tustin Legacy. Your input is valued and will help shape the future of the community. Here’s what you can expect in the coming months:
- Community meetings to further inform you of Tustin Legacy plans
- Requests for feedback to evolve and refine the approach to future developments at Tustin Legacy
Project background
Tustin Legacy is more than a development project; it is the culmination of years of history and pride, evolved into a space designed to embrace Tustin’s future. Spanning 1500 acres of land in City of Tustin and 95 acres in City of Irvine, Tustin Legacy thoughtfully entwines residential and commercial spaces, parks, outdoor recreation, and educational/institutional uses to provide an enhanced community experience. The mixed-use design of Tustin Legacy serves as a catalyst for economic vitality for the City by curating a space where residents can live, work and play.