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Costa Mesa
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Fairview Park Fly Field Operations and Costs

Summary

Public commenters raised concerns that the city is subsidizing the Fairview Park fly field without collecting permit fees from users, and pointed out potential future relocation and environmental compliance costs.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Potential future relocation and environmental compliance costs could range from tens of thousands of dollars.

✅Who benefits

Fly field users who currently utilize the facility without paying permit fees.

⚠️Who could be affected

City taxpayers who indirectly subsidize the facility's operation and maintenance.

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