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Mayor’s newsletter: February 2025

Posted on February 5, 2025

Sign up for my newsletter Official newsletter of Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. Keeping the community informed about local events, City news, and resources. Mayor's Message: January Reflections and February Events I hope you had a fantastic start to the year! January was a month filled with meaningful events. One of the highlights was attending...

City of Santa Ana launches 10th Annual Youth Water Poster Contest

Posted on February 5, 2025

SANTA ANA, Calif. — The City of Santa Ana Water Resources Division is proud to announce the launch of its 10th Annual Youth Water Poster Contest, an exciting educational initiative for all students who live or attend school in Santa Ana. This year’s theme, “Everyone Has a Role: Save Water,” encourages young artists to express...

City Manager appoints two Assistant City Managers to focus on development, economy, quality of life for the community

Posted on January 30, 2025

SANTA ANA, Calif. – City Manager Alvaro Nuñez is pleased to announce the appointments of Minh Thai and Kathryn “Kat” Downs to the position of Assistant City Manager for the City of Santa Ana, effective February 3, 2025. Both Assistant City Manager Downs and Assistant City Manager Thai bring a wealth of expertise and experience...

Ward 3 Newsletter: January 2025

Posted on January 29, 2025

Dear Neighbors, As January comes to a close, I hope the new year is off to a strong and positive start for you and your loved ones. While 2024 may be behind us, the work of building a stronger and inclusive Santa Ana never stops. This January, I’ve hit the ground running. On January 14,...

Councilmember Bacerra appointed Chair of OCFA Board of Directors

Posted on January 28, 2025

The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce Councilmember Phil Bacerra’s appointment as Chair of the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Board of Directors. This is a significant appointment to oversee an essential public safety agency that provides fire and emergency services to Santa Ana, 22 other Orange County cities and unincorporated areas. Councilmember...

Call for Proposals for RestorArt: Mural Restoration & Conservation Program

Posted on January 24, 2025

DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MARCH 3, 2025 The City of Santa Ana’s Arts & Culture Office is issuing a Call for Proposals (CFP) inviting individuals or teams to submit proposals for the conservation of murals visible from the public right-of-way, located within the city. This initiative honors Santa Ana’s rich cultural heritage while promoting...

Act now! Shape development regulations that impact Santa Ana’s future

Posted on January 23, 2025

Help the City of Santa Ana's Planning and Building Agency shape Santa Ana’s future and dive into a virtual self-guided community workshop. Learn about regulations that guide development and provide your input. Share your ideas and concerns with the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update team. The virtual workshop mirrors the Round One Community Workshops that were...

Street closures and permitted events for January 23-29

Posted on January 23, 2025

Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Friday, January 24 Bristol...

Public Works Agency receives two awards for park projects

Posted on January 23, 2025

Congratulations to our Public Works team for winning two awards for our new park projects! Each year, the American Public Works Association of Southern California awards the Public Works Project of the Year to recognize excellence in public works management. On December 11, 2024, the City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency won two awards:...

City Council unanimously selects Councilmember Vazquez as Mayor Pro Tem

Posted on January 22, 2025

The Santa Ana City Council unanimously selected Ward 2 Councilmember Benjamin Vazquez to serve as Mayor Pro Tem on Tuesday, January 21. Mayor Pro Tem is a one-year appointment and serves in the Mayor’s place if the Mayor is absent. Mayor Pro Tem Vazquez replaces Councilmember Thai Viet Phan, who served in the position for...

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Mayor and City Manager join roundtable with Senators Padilla and Schiff

Posted on January 17, 2025

On Jan. 17, 2025, Mayor Valerie Amezcua and City Manager Alvaro Nuñez joined in a roundtable discussion with Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff, along with other local California leaders. The conversation centered on critical community priorities, including immigration, infrastructure, and energy, with the goal of securing sustained federal support for these essential areas. This...

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OCFA extinguishes house fire at 414 W. 16th St.

Posted on January 16, 2025

On Thursday, January 16, at approximately 8 a.m., Orange County Fire Authority firefighters responded to a structure fire at 414 W. 16th St., near 17th and Ross streets in Santa Ana. When crews arrived on scene they found a single-story residence and two vehicles on fire, and a nearby residence starting to catch fire. To...

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Public Works staff respond to 334 tree service requests due to windstorm

Posted on January 15, 2025

During the windstorms over the past week, the City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency has been working hard to clean up downed trees, branches and debris. Staff received and completed 334 requests for tree service, including 76 City-owned trees that fell due to high winds. To enhance our response efforts, we increased our after-hours...

Councilmember David Penaloza appointed chair of Toll Roads San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency Board of Directors

Posted on January 14, 2025

The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce Councilmember David Penaloza's unanimous appointment as Chair of the Transportation Corridor Agencies/San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency (SJHTCA) Board of Directors, commonly known as The Toll Roads. This milestone marks the first time in nearly 40 years that a Santa Ana representative has chaired the agency....

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Posted on January 14, 2025

🚨 Stay informed, stay safe! 🚨 With unpredictable weather patterns and fire risks affecting Southern California, it's more important than ever to stay prepared for emergencies. Here are some vital resources to help you stay connected and informed: City Manager’s Newsletter and City News Updates: Receive local news, events, press releases and updates from the...

City of Santa Ana Tết Festival returns January 25 for Lunar New Year celebration at Centennial Park

Posted on January 10, 2025

SANTA ANA, Calif. – In commemoration of the community’s Asian and Vietnamese cultures, the City of Santa Ana is celebrating the Year of the Snake at the second annual Tết (Lunar New Year) Festival on Saturday, January 25, 2025. This free event will take place 1-6 p.m. at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa...

Mayor’s newsletter: January 2025

Posted on January 9, 2025

Sign up for my newsletter Official newsletter of Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. Keeping the community informed about local events, City news, and resources. Happy New Year, Santa Ana! Mayor's Message: Please enjoy this New Year NEWsletter. I hope you had a joyful and restful holiday season, filled with special moments and quality time with...