New Developments In Dana Point Celebrated At State Of The City

DANA POINT, CA — Dana Point's annual State of the City address celebrated the economic growth fostered within the community in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, which saw skyrocketing unemployment rates and unprecedented business closures nationwide. Hosted by Dana Point Mayor Jamey Federico, the address commemorated the city on its resilience through the COVID-19 pandemic on Sept. 29.

Federico opened the evening by noting that while the pandemic challenged the community and the world, Dana Point moved forward with development, rezoning and infrastructure plans. He emphasized that the city didn't slow down as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Attendees of the State of the City heard accounts from business owners attracted to Dana Point for its ongoing economic development and its enriched community. Keagan Banks of Station Craft, a fine dining restaurant and brewery, said he was attracted to the Lantern District because of the new development in the area.

More supporting commentary at the State of the City included testimonials from business leaders in the community, such as James Cole of Ohana Real Estate Investors, James Best of Live Nation — the company responsible for bringing the annual Ohana Festival to Doheny State Beach — and Jason Check of Raintree Partners.

“We love it here. The spirit of the community embodies the core mission behind the festival. We take great pride in putting artists and fans first so I can’t think of a more welcoming community than Dana Point," Best said in a statement. "There is a different energy here that is welcoming and invites diversity and culture.”

Those interested in viewing the entirety of Dana Point's annual State of the City address can watch it on the city's YouTube page.