Costa Mesa

Forklift Parts Costa Mesa - Costa Mesa city is situated within Orange County. This multicultural city hosts just about 114,000 residents within its 16 square miles. On the southern border of the city, approximately a mile away is the Pacific Ocean. Costa Mesa was incorporated in the year 1953 with a population of approximately 16,840. Initially, the cities economy was dependent on semi rural farming but as the city has developed, it has come to rely more and more on retail commercial companies and action sports industries, like for example snowboarding, surfing and skateboarding. Los Angeles is situated about 37 miles northwest from the city. San Diego is eighty eight miles south and San Francisco is 475 miles north. Other cities that are close by are Santa Ana, Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington beach and Fountain valley.

The city has several well maintained amenities, including three libraries, two golf courses, and over 25 parks. It is likewise home to twenty public schools and the post secondary institutions Vanguard University, Whittier Law School, Orange Coast College and Nation University.

There are several buildings which cater to the arts in downtown Costa Mesa, like for instance the Orange County performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theater and the Renee and Henry Segerstorm Concert Hall and Theater. The biggest mall within the city, the South Coast Plaza, is home to more than 320 stores. It generates among the highest volume of sales out of local shopping centers in the state of California.

The five story high Costa Mesa Civic Center covers 9.5 acres and is where the city's administrative functions occurs. In addition, the Fire State No. 5, the Council Chambers, Communications and the Police Department can be found here. The Center can be found at 77 Fair Drive.

Interstate highways 55 and 73, in addition to Interstate 405 run through the city. This enables residents and visitors to travel to and from the city.

There are various activities to do all-around the city, with several high/low deserts, beaches and mountain ranges close to Costa Mesa. People who are interested in a more urban experience could visit Palm Springs, Disneyland and Knott's berry Farm, and Los Angeles (which is home to several sports arenas and major league teams).