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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:...

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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...

Street closures and permitted events for January 9-15

Posted on January 9, 2025

High wind warning January 7-8: Report downed trees, power lines and traffic signals

Posted on January 7, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning from Tuesday, January 7, until 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 8, for inland Orange County, the Santa Ana Mountains, and Foothills that will bring 35 to 45 mph winds from the northeast, with occasional strong wind gusts of over 75 mph. Damaging winds could blow down...

Street closures and permitted events for December 19-25

Posted on December 19, 2024

Sports fields closures, Dec. 16 – March 10, 2025

Posted on December 16, 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 at the...

Ed Caruthers Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10/17/23

City of Santa Ana celebrates opening of Gerardo Mouet Park

Posted on December 12, 2024

The 1-acre neighborhood park is named for a former Parks and Rec director. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana opened its newest park, named for a beloved former Parks and Recreation director, on Wednesday, Dec. 11, with a ribbon cutting ceremony and community celebration. Gerardo Mouet Park is a 1-acre park located...

Street closures and permitted events for December 12-18

Posted on December 12, 2024

Street closures and permitted events for December 5-11

Posted on December 5, 2024

Ward 3 Newsletter: November 2024

Posted on November 27, 2024

Dear Neighbor, The election is over, and people are feeling a mix of emotions—some are relieved, others worried, and many are uncertain about what comes next. No matter how you’re feeling, one thing remains clear: our city stands against any form of bigotry. We are a community bound by more than just proximity. We are...

Fiesta del Mariachi: A Night of Music, Culture and Community is coming to Santa Ana on Sunday, December 8

Posted on November 27, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – A day and night of festivities honoring mariachi and Mexican heritage will take place in the heart of Orange County at Santa Ana Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 8, with a free Youth Mariachi Showcase and Resources Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a musical extravaganza from 6 to 10...

Thanksgiving closure: City Hall closed, no street sweeping on Nov. 28 and 29

Posted on November 27, 2024

In observance of Thanksgiving, Santa Ana City Hall will be closed and there will be no street sweeping on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Trash and recycling pickup will be delayed by one day. Libraries, recreation centers and senior centers will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29. Santa Ana...

Plaza Navideña with lit up tree and baile folkroico dancers

Downtown Santa Ana Tree Lighting Ceremony at Plaza Navideña on Saturday, November 23

Posted on November 21, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The 2024 holiday season is officially here and the City of Santa Ana is kicking off the festivities with its annual Plaza Navideña event on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m. The annual celebration will be held at Plaza Calle Cuatro where the community can come together for...

Street closures and permitted events for November 21-27

Posted on November 21, 2024

Street closures and permitted events for November 14-20

Posted on November 14, 2024

Street closures and permitted events for November 7-13

Posted on November 7, 2024

Below are the locations of these and other 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,...

City Hall closed, no street sweeping on Veterans Day

Posted on November 7, 2024

In observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, 2024, Santa Ana City Hall, Newhope Library, community centers and senior centers will be closed. There will be no street sweeping on Monday. Trash and recycling collection will be on the regular schedule. Normal City Hall hours will resume on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. # #...

Celebrate Native American Heritage Festival on November 16 at Thornton Park

Posted on November 6, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Native American crafts, traditional songs and dances will mark the City of Santa Ana’s celebration of the Native American Heritage Festival on Saturday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Thornton Park located at 1801 W. Segerstrom Ave. The free, family-friendly event will feature Native American and Indigenous music,...