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Newhope Branch Library set to shine with $1.086 million grant

Posted on October 20, 2023

The City of Santa Ana’s Library Services Agency has been awarded $1.086 million from the California State Library “Building Forward” grant program to fund a variety of critical maintenance and infrastructure needs at the Newhope Branch Library. This grant will supplement Cannabis Public Benefit Funds and other funding sources, allowing the City to revitalize the...

Street closures and permitted events for October 19-25

Posted on October 19, 2023

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. Thursday, October 19 Birch Park Birch Park Movie Series; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, October 20 Cesar Chavez Park Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop Up; Event hours:...

Ed Caruthers Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10/17/23

Ed Caruthers Park now open!

Posted on October 18, 2023

The City of Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of Ed Caruthers Park, a vibrant addition to the community. The new park, located in Ward 5 on the corner of Raitt Street and Myrtle Street, is named in honor of Edward Julius Caruthers Jr., a...

Santa Ana City Council appoints Steven A. Mendoza as Acting City Manager

Posted on October 18, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven A. Mendoza as Acting City Manager. This appointment took effect on October 10, 2023, pursuant to Resolution 2017-016. Mr. Mendoza has been an integral part of the City of Santa Ana’s executive management team since May 2018, serving...

Vote-By-Mail Ballots, Voter Information Guide being mailed for Ward 3 special recall election

Posted on October 16, 2023

Starting Monday, October 16, 2023, Vote-By-Mail Ballots and a Voter Information Guide are being sent by mail to registered Ward 3 voters only for a recall measure asking if Jessie Lopez should be recalled (removed) from the office of Councilmember for Ward 3, City of Santa Ana. The Santa Ana City Council called this special...

Street closures and permitted events for October 12-18

Posted on October 12, 2023

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. Thursday, October 12 Birch Park Movie Series Birch Park; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, October 13 Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Up Adams Park; Event hours: 2-3 p.m....

Community invited to grand opening of new park with stormwater capture system

Posted on October 11, 2023

The City of Santa Ana is pleased to announce the grand opening of Ed Caruthers Park and invite the public on Tuesday, October 17, at 2:30 p.m. for the new park’s official ribbon cutting ceremony located at the corner of Raitt and Myrtle streets. Guests will see all of the exciting new amenities in person...

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More than 5,000 people attend second annual Mid-Autumn Festival

Posted on October 11, 2023

The second annual Mid-Autumn Festival took place on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, to celebrate the Asian and Vietnamese cultures of our community. More than 5,000 people came out for the event, which had been moved to the larger space at Centennial Park after last year's successful festival at Rosita Park. Guests were treated to some...

Parks, Recreation and Community Services hosting fall hiring fair

Posted on October 11, 2023

Now hiring for part-time jobs! The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency (PRCSA) is seeking applicants who are innovative, enthusiastic, and results oriented individuals prepared to make an impact in their community. PRCSA is hosting an in-person job fair to hire for various positions ranging from program specialists, community center aids , and...

Done/doing

Posted on October 10, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done September 13, 2023, to October 10, 2023 and what we’re working on next. Done Human Resources added a Benefit Resources page with information for new employees. Replaced the pictures on the Public Works news posts...

The Santa Ana City Council has agreed to accept the resignation of its City Manager, effective today, Monday, October 9, 2023.

Posted on October 9, 2023

The Santa Ana City Council has agreed to accept the resignation of its City Manager, effective today, Monday, October 9, 2023. By a vote of 6-1, with the Mayor Pro Tem voting no, the City Council accepted the resignation and approved a severance and release agreement, as provided for in the employment agreement. The City...

Street signs for newly named Zoo Lane installed by Santa Ana Zoo

Posted on October 6, 2023

Welcome to Zoo Lane! The new street signs went up on Oct. 6, 2023, for the newly named Zoo Lane next to the Santa Ana Zoo. In August, the Santa Ana City Council affirmed the Planning Commission’s adoption of a resolution changing the name of parts of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane between...

Mayor’s newsletter: October 2023

Posted on October 5, 2023

Sign up for my newsletter Official newsletter of Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. Keeping the community informed about local events, City news, and resources. Dear Community, September was another memorable month in Santa Ana. I enjoyed attending the NHBWA’s Tacos en Tacones event, Santa Ana’s first International Older Adults Celebration, and my monthly Coffee with...

Street closures and permitted events for October 5-11

Posted on October 5, 2023

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. October 5 Birch Park Movie Series Birch Park, 400 W. Third St.; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Through October 6 Lane reductions or closures at intersections on S....

A group of people stand outside in a park with trees, holding a giant red ribbon, while a woman uses large scissors to cut the ribbon.

City hosts grand reopening of $3.5 million Santiago Park renovation

Posted on October 3, 2023

Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency welcomed the community in the grand reopening of Santiago Park on Tuesday, Oct. 3. Guests got to see all of the exciting new updates in person and receive a preview of the new programs and services that are starting as a result of the $3.5 million renovation...

Applications open for Rental Housing Board to oversee rent and eviction ordinance

Posted on October 3, 2023

Are you interested in serving your community in a new and historic role? Apply now to serve on the City of Santa Ana’s Rental Housing Board. This seven-member board will institute policies and procedures for the administration and enforcement of the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance, which limits rent increases and creates new...

Street Closures and Permitted Events Sept. 28 to Oct. 4

Street closures and permitted events for September 28 – October 4

Posted on September 28, 2023

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. Through September 29 Right turns only at the Intersection of Warner Ave. and Grand Ave. for SoCal Gas construction 8 p.m. - 5 a.m. Friday, September 29...

Santa Ana to celebrate second annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Oct. 7

Posted on September 27, 2023

Harvest good spirits as the City of Santa Ana celebrates its second annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, October 7, commemorating our community’s Asian and Vietnamese cultures. Santa Ana’s Mid-Autumn Festival will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., in Santa Ana. The Mid-Autumn Festival is traditionally known for...