Trash and recycling collection delayed

Due to labor issues at Republic Services, trash and recycling collection in Santa Ana has been delayed this week. Street sweeping will take place as scheduled. Residents in impacted areas should leave trash carts on the curb (not the street) until they have been serviced.  Read more
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Economic Development Division
20 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Alternating Fridays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: closed

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Check out our current projects and developments, incentives, our shop local initiative and more!

To learn more about our shop local campaign and to participate, click here! #ShopSantaAna

We've put together a step-by-step guide to help you through the process of starting a business.

We have a team of Workforce Specialists ready to assist you with job search, training, resources and more.

The City demonstrates an ongoing commitment to arts and culture through the Arts and Culture Office's on-going activities.

Discover Downtown Orange County! There are over 400 businesses throughout DTSA. Park, Shop, Dine and enjoy all that DTSA has to offer.

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The City of Santa Ana is proud to host numerous events every year. Visit here to learn how you can host an event.

Visit here for the latest resident and business owner grants available.

Santa Ana is the ideal location for your next film! Explore all that the city has to offer: historical buildings and neighborhoods, vibrant downtown, artwork, and more!

Highlighting Santa Ana's thriving cannabis retail scene through an interactive map with locations and descriptions of cannabis businesses.

Check out our curated news article list that highlights Santa Ana's foodie scene, new businesses, business owners and more!

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(Spanish) Business Start Up Workshop

Jul 16 2025

City of Santa Ana

Taller Lanzar Tu Negocio El Departamento de Desarrollo Económico de la Ciudad de Santa Ana lo invita al taller Lanza Tu Negocio, que se llevará a cabo en el Ayuntamiento de Santa Ana, Sala 1600, el miércoles 16 de julio de 11:00 a.m. a 12:30 p.m. Este taller es gratuito y abierto a la comunidad. El taller está diseñado para cualquier...

City Hall regular Friday closure

Jul 18 2025

Santa Ana City Hall is open Monday through Thursday and every other Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. City Hall and non-essential City offices are closed on alternating Fridays. See the holiday and closed Friday schedule here.

City Hall regular Friday closure

Aug 1 2025

Santa Ana City Hall is open Monday through Thursday and every other Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. City Hall and non-essential City offices are closed on alternating Fridays. See the holiday and closed Friday schedule here.

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