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Street closures and permitted events for September 26-October 2

Posted on September 26, 2024

Here 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, September 27 Jerome...

A group of people stand on a stage holding a ceremonial key mounted on a plaque.

Santa Ana City Council gifts Key to the City to sister city Sahuayo, Mexico

Posted on September 26, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – During the 2024 Fiestas Patrias celebration, Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua proudly presented a Key to the City to Mayor Dr. Manuel Gálvez Sánchez from Sahuayo, Michoacán, Mexico, commemorating the ongoing Sister City relationship between the two municipalities. The ceremony took place on September 14 alongside members of both city councils...

map of one lane only NB & SB on Bristol Street between Alton Ave. & MacArthur Blvd.

One lane only both NB & SB Bristol St. between Alton Ave. & MacArthur Blvd., Oct. 3 & Oct. 5

Posted on September 25, 2024

On Thursday, October 3, from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. the next day, and again on October 5, 2024, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be one traffic lane only both northbound and southbound on Bristol Street between Alton Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard due to paving activity. Access to businesses and residences will...

Donate to support your OCFA firefighters injured in crash

Posted on September 24, 2024

On Thursday, September 19, eight Orange County Fire Authority handcrew members were returning from battling the Airport Fire when they were involved in a rollover crash on a freeway in Irvine. Eight members were injured, including six who were critically injured and transported to area hospitals. The Orange County Professional Firefighters Association Local 3631 together...

picture of volunteers who participated in Santa Ana Inner-Coastal clean-up

Santa Ana Inner-Coastal Clean-up removes 350 lbs. of trash & debris

Posted on September 23, 2024

The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency coordinated an Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Approximately 80 volunteers participated in the cleanup and removed an estimated 350 pounds of trash and debris from the Santa Ana Gardens flood control channel and adjacent alley, keeping that trash from flowing...

Santa Ana City Council supports Proposition 36 to improve public safety and pathways to rehabilitation

Posted on September 20, 2024

The City Council approved a resolution backing the ballot initiative at their September 17 meeting. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council adopted a resolution by majority vote in support of Proposition 36: the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act Initiative, which will appear on the November 5, 2024, general election ballot....

Apply to serve on Environmental and Transportation Commission and Measure X Committee

Posted on September 19, 2024

The City of Santa Ana has openings for anyone interested in serving on the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission or the Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee. These advisory groups provide valuable insights to the Santa Ana City Council through their recommendations. The Measure X Committee acts in an advisory role to the City Council in...

Street closures and permitted events for September 19-25

Posted on September 19, 2024

One lane only SB Bristol St. between Memory Lane and Santa Clara Ave., Sept. 17 – Oct. 31

Posted on September 16, 2024

Starting on Tuesday, September 17, there will be only one traffic lane southbound Bristol Street between Memory Lane and Santa Clara Avenue from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily until October 31, 2024. The lane reductions on Bristol Street are due to construction activity for the new pipeline to pump well water to the John...

Street closures and permitted events for September 12-18

Posted on September 12, 2024

Upcoming sports fields closures, Sept. 30 – Nov. 22

Posted on September 11, 2024

To effectively provide and sufficiently maintain City athletic fields, scheduled rotating field closures occur during the year for turf recovery, field maintenance, and overall improvements. Understanding that our valued sports organizations desire optimum use of City athletic fields, the City coordinates the schedule with the various sports leagues to minimize the impact. The sports fields...

Garage sale weekend extended to Sept. 14-15

Posted on September 9, 2024

Due to the extreme heat last weekend, September garage and yard sales have been extended to Saturday, September 14, and Sunday, September 15. Sales are allowed at residential properties without a permit from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. For more details about yard sale rules, visit https://www.santa-ana.org/garage-and-yard-sales/.

map of WB closure on 3rd St. between Spurgeon St. and Bush St.

WB closure and no parking on 3rd St. between Spurgeon St. and Bush St., Sept. 6 – 9

Posted on September 5, 2024

Starting on Friday, September 6, through Monday, September 9, 2024, there will be a full westbound closure to through traffic on Third Street between Spurgeon Street and Bush Street. In addition, there will be no parking allowed on Third Street between Spurgeon Street and Bush Street. The westbound closure and no parking will be in...

Street closures and permitted events for September 5-11

Posted on September 5, 2024

Cooling centers available

Posted on September 4, 2024

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for much of California through the weekend. The City of Santa Ana’s Newhope library, community centers and senior centers are available as cooling centers for all residents at the following times and locations: Library Newhope library, 122 N. Newhope St. Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m....

New Park at 10th St. and Flower St.

Posted on September 4, 2024

The City of Santa Ana Public Works Parks Services Department is planning a new park on the southeast corner of 10th Street and Flower Street, just north of Civic Center Drive. The intent of this 1.4-acre neighborhood park is to provide the local community with access to open space, exercise, and recreation facilities. The components...

September 3, 2024, City Council meeting canceled

Posted on September 3, 2024

The regular meeting of the Santa Ana City Council for September 3, 2024, is canceled. Agenda items will be carried over to the next regular meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Read the Notice of Cancellation here: https://santa-ana.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=22533 Subscribe to receive agenda notifications for City Council, board and commission meetings here: https://www.santa-ana.org/agenda-notifications/.

Ward 3 Newsletter: August 2024

Posted on August 29, 2024

Dear Friends, As we step into September, a month rich with reflection and celebration, I want to take a moment to acknowledge two important dates—Labor Day and the anniversary of 9/11. These days remind us of the strength, resilience, and unity that define our community. They also serve as a powerful reminder of the...