Biography

Larry Agran is a passionate public servant with a lifelong commitment to making a difference. He graduated from UC Berkeley and Harvard Law School, where he focused on public interest law. 

Larry has had a storied career in public service, serving on the Irvine City Council for over 20 years, including six years as Mayor. During his time in office, Irvine became a national leader in innovative programs for public safety, child care, affordable housing, recycling, and open space preservation. 

As a dedicated advocate for the community, Larry has founded and led several non-profit organizations, including Project '99, which helped establish the Orange County Great Park at the former Marine Corps Base at El Toro. 

Determined to return good planning and good government to Irvine, Larry Agran was elected Mayor in 2024, marking his eighth nonconsecutive term in this role. He is also the City of Irvine representative to the National League of Cities, the League of California Cities, the California Big City Mayors Coalition, the Orange County City Selection Committee, and the Irvine Ranch Water District/City of Irvine Coordinating Committee. 

When he's not busy serving the community, Larry enjoys spending time with his wife Phyllis, a pediatrician, and their son Ken, daughter-in-law Kerrie, and two grandkids.