This is the third consecutive year Irvine has been ranked No. 1 in fiscal strength among America’s most populous cities by Truth in Accounting, a nonprofit organization that analyzes government finances. … Next time you feel good about how safe Irvine is, remember it’s no coincidence. We’re safe thanks to our fiscal strength. And we’re fiscally strong thanks to the Master Plan and Irvine’s leaders who ensure our tax dollars are being wisely managed.