Cesar Chavez Day closure March 31
Santa Ana City Hall, libraries and community centers 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.

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Ward 2 newsletter: March 2025

Posted on March 18, 2025

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Dear Santaneros, February marked Black History Month, and I was honored to take part in events like the OC Black History Parade and The People’s History: Walk and Talk. Celebrating Black culture and its deep ties to our city’s history was truly a privilege. Meeting Santa Ana’s own impactful...

Ward 1 Newsletter: March 2025

Posted on March 17, 2025

Subscribe to my newsletter Dear Ward 1 Residents, As spring arrives, I hope that everyone has the chance to do some spring cleaning and celebrate the Year of Snake by shedding that old skin and being reborn anew! With this new year, I continue to work with our Ward 1 Team to bring services and...
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Ward 3 Newsletter: February & March 2025

Posted on March 13, 2025

March brings both moments of reflection and important conversations that could impact our community. As we celebrate Women’s History Month and Nowruz, the Persian New Year, we are reminded of the power of renewal and the strength of our diverse community. At the same time, critical federal discussions are taking place, and I want to...
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Take our Community Budget Priorities Survey now and share your ideas

Posted on March 11, 2025

Which City of Santa Ana services and programs are important to you? Take our Community Budget Priorities Survey to share your ideas! We are currently planning the annual City budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which begins July 1, and we want to hear from our residents, business owners and other community stakeholders. Your responses...
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CalOptima Health selects Santa Ana for Street Medicine Program expansion to serve unhoused population

Posted on March 6, 2025

Program will deliver transformative health care, social services and housing navigation to individuals experiencing homelessness. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The CalOptima Health Board of Directors voted Thursday, March 6, to expand its Street Medicine Program to Santa Ana to provide urgent medical and social services to individuals experiencing homelessness, following months of advocacy by City...
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Mayor’s newsletter: March 2025

Posted on March 6, 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. March Newsletter: Celebrating Women’s History Month, Community, and February Highlights: Dear Neighbors, I hope February brought you many cherished moments. As we step into March, we come together to celebrate Women’s...
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City of Santa Ana to host ribbon cutting March 4 for major renovation at George Upton All Access Park at Carl Thornton Park

Posted on February 27, 2025

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana invites the community to celebrate the re-opening of the newly renovated George Upton All Access Park at Carl Thornton Park with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 10 a.m. This event will highlight the City’s commitment to inclusive, modern, and innovative recreational...
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City of Santa Ana and Anaheim Ducks offer Santa Ana residents discounted tickets for March 7 game

Posted on February 27, 2025

Santa Ana’s Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency expands partnership with Anaheim Ducks in 2025 to support teen programs. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce its growing partnership with the Anaheim Ducks through another City of Santa Ana Anaheim Ducks Night offering discounted tickets to residents. The Ducks...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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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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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Sign up to receive news, press releases and alerts

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...
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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...
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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...
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Ward 1 newsletter: December 2024

Posted on December 23, 2024

Subscribe to my newsletter Dear Ward 1 Residents, From the bottom of my heart, thank you for re-electing me to a second term as your Ward 1 Councilmember. I am deeply humbled by your confidence in me and the work we’ve been doing here in Ward 1. I could not have done this alone, and...
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Ward 3 Newsletter: December 2024

Posted on December 23, 2024

The holiday season is here, and there’s nothing like the sparkle of festive lights, the warmth of family traditions, and the joy of giving to remind us of what truly matters. As we dive into December, I want to take a moment to remind everyone to stay safe during this busy time of year. Please...
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City Council approves quality-of-life measures to protect access to public spaces and connect unhoused individuals to services

Posted on December 19, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana continues with a comprehensive approach improving the quality of life of all residents with new measures to ensure public spaces are safe, clean and accessible, as well as providing more resources to help people experiencing homelessness. On Tuesday, December 17, the Santa Ana City Council approved...
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