On 04/09/2022, at 0212 hours, the Santa Ana Police Department received several calls regarding a two-vehicle traffic collision at the intersection of Main Street/14th Street. Citizens had reported that one of the vehicles was overturned and the driver was trapped. When officers arrived on scene, they located the overturned vehicle, a 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. It was occupied by one individual who … Continued
The Arbor Day Foundation has named Santa Ana a 2021 Tree City USA in recognition of the City’s commitment to effectively incorporating urban forest management in the community. This is the 23rd consecutive year that Santa Ana has received the honor. In addition, the City received the Growth Award for planting, watering, and maintaining trees … Continued
In this edition of COSAS, find out how to participate in the City budget process, get working with a career fair and a youth employment program, learn how to apply for new affordable housing, and find out about many fun and educational programs and events. Spotlight photo Butterflies and Soccer at Centennial Park Photo Credit: … Continued
The Santa Ana Youth Employment Program (SAY) is currently taking applications for the summer! The SAY Employment Program provides paid work experience to youth ages 16 to 21 years old. In order to qualify, applicants must: Live in Santa Ana Be 16 to 21 years old Be a U.S. Citizen or have legal permission to … Continued
The City of Santa Ana has been named as one of two winners of the IDC Smart Cities North America Awards “Smart Water” category for its Water System Mobile Field Data Management and Mapping project. The awards recognize the progress North American municipalities have made in executing Smart Cities projects. Our Public Works Agency’s award-winning project implemented … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2022 MEDIA CONTACT Paul Eakins Public Affairs Information Officer (714) 647-5224 peakins@santa-ana.org SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana has filed a lawsuit seeking an injunction and requesting the Orange County Superior Court to enforce a written agreement allowing the City to purchase a homeless shelter under construction at 1815 … Continued
Legacy Square is a new affordable apartment community at 301 East Santa Ana Boulevard that is currently under construction and is expected to be completed in early 2023. The multifamily community will offer 93 high-quality apartment homes – 30 one-bedrooms, 39 two-bedrooms, and 24 three-bedrooms. For more information or to sign up for the property mailing list, … Continued
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2022 MEDIA CONTACT Paul Eakins Public Affairs Information Officer (714) 647-5224 peakins@santa-ana.org City of Santa Ana partners with U.S. Soccer Foundation, The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation and Orange County Soccer Club. SANTA ANA, Calif. – Youth soccer players were joined by professional footballers on Wednesday, March 16, to try out … Continued
On March 3, 2022, Santa Ana Police detectives arrested Alejandro Heredia-Santana, a 51-year-old resident of Santa Ana, for child molestation. Detectives investigated allegations that Heredia-Santana was having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old family member. Shortly after police were notified, the victim ran away from home and went to live with Heredia-Santana. Detectives located the … Continued
In this edition of COSAS, learn about all of the great new Revive Santa Ana programs, zoo and urban greening projects, grants for businesses and artists, educational library classes and activities, fun events, and more! Spotlight photo Shopping and ice cream in DTSA Photo Credit: Silvano R. @mad.elephant City Manager’s highlights Revive Santa Ana Programs … Continued