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Delhi Channel Improvement Project opposition

Newport Beach

Summary

Winery owner Richard Moyardi urged the council to scrap a $30 million, 10-acre Delhi Channel marsh project he says breeds invasive mosquitoes and threatens his business, proposing a botanical garden instead.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
0

Last discussed May 26, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The project he criticized is a $30 million, 10-acre proposal — about $3 million per acre.

✅Who benefits

Moyardi's winery and neighboring San Ana Heights properties if the project is halted or redesigned.

⚠️Who could be affected

If built as proposed, he says nearby agribusiness faces mosquito and disease risks.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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