Cesar Chavez Day closure March 31
Santa Ana City Hall and non-essential services will be closed on Monday, March 31, 2025, in observance of Cesar Chavez Day.
There will be no street sweeping on March 31, but trash and recycling will be collected.

Environmental Justice Action Committee Meeting – Recap of November 20, 2024 Meeting

Date: November 20, 2024

Main Concerns Identified by the Community:

  1. Railroad Track Dumping — Issues related to waste dumping and historical material discard near the railroad tracks in the southwest area.
  2. Health and School Infrastructure — Concerns about the quality of school facilities and their impact on student health due to plumbing and infrastructure issues.
  3. Transparency in Progress — Community members requested clear timelines and updates on addressing reported concerns.

Community Suggestions:

  1. Environmental Improvements:
    • Planting vegetation to mitigate dust and improve air quality.
  2. Access to Information:
    • Enhancing communication though website updates and social media notifications.
    • Posting community concerns and progress updates online for transparency.
  3. Engagement Initiatives:
    • Hosting more community meetings and workshops.
    • Collaborating with schools to involve students in environmental justice efforts.

Key Actions Taken:

  1. Immediate Repairs:
    • Public Works tasked with addressing the sidewalk near Valley High School at Raitt and Glenwood, which is heavily impacted by surrounding dirt.
  2. Issue Tracking and Sharing :
    • Commit to emailing a summary of all cluster-specific concerns after each meeting for transparency and follow-up.
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