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Main Library patio to become community and event space

Posted on August 25, 2023

The Main Library is undergoing a major transformation to preserve and enhance library facilities and services for the entire community. Over the next two years, the Main Library will be reimagined with a new interactive children’s learning area, modern building mechanicals, a complete restoration of its Italian marble façade, and a return to the building’s...

Street closures and permitted events for August 24 – 30, 2023

Posted on August 24, 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. Saturday, August 26 East End Promenade Event hours: 12-6 p.m. Plaza Calle Cuatro Event hours: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Event hours: 6-10 p.m. Madison Park Event...

Ward 3 Special Recall Election set for Tuesday, November 14

Posted on August 22, 2023

An election will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, for Ward 3 registered voters to determine if Councilmember Jessie Lopez shall be recalled (removed) from office. This election date was set by the Santa Ana City Council, pursuant to the California Elections Code, following the certification of sufficiency of the recall petition. Information on...

Public Works staff helping residents with pre-filled sand bags at the Santa Ana Corporate Yard during Tropical Storm Hilary

Public Works Agency assists residents, cleans up after Tropical Storm Hilary

Posted on August 21, 2023

The City of Santa Ana Public Works team stayed busy during Tropical Storm Hilary’s passing over Southern California this weekend. From Friday through the weekend, up to 40 City employees and contractors responded by assisting over 1,100 Santa Ana households, distributing 11,000 sandbags and over 200 tons of sand. The City received over 70 reports...

Tropical storm warning issued for Santa Ana; sandbags available for public

Posted on August 18, 2023

Updated at 5 p.m. Aug. 20. Continuing our commitment to community safety, City of Santa Ana staff have been working through the storm to continue to provide free sandbags to the public and to monitor and respond to any storm-related issues. Fortunately, we have not observed or received reports of major flooding in streets,...

Street closures and permitted events for August 17- 23

Posted on August 17, 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, August 17 Lane reduction on Sunflower Ave between South Plaza Drive and Main Street due to street construction activity 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. at night...

Ward 3 newsletter: August 2023

Posted on August 16, 2023

August 2023 Dear Ward 3 residents, As August unfolds and the humid days of summer begin to wane, I hope this newsletter finds you well and in good spirits. As we gear up for a new season, there's an undeniable feeling of change in the air – the anticipation of students returning to school, the...

Santa Ana to celebrate Chicano Heritage Festival on August 27

Posted on August 16, 2023

Come together as a community and celebrate Chicano Heritage Month on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a car cruise and show, food, exhibitors, carnival rides, and more! The City of Santa Ana’s annual Chicano Heritage Festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at El Salvador Park, 1825 W....

California Department of Public Health approves syringe exchange in Santa Ana over City’s objections

Posted on August 14, 2023

The syringe delivery and pickup service threatens public health and safety. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has approved an application to provide syringe delivery and pickup services for drug use in Santa Ana, despite the City of Santa Ana’s strenuous opposition and concerns about public health and safety. The...

Done/doing update

Posted on August 14, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done July 13, 2023, to August 14, 2023 and what we’re working on next. Done The commendation form documents were not working on the Police department site. We re-uploaded, and now the commendation form can be...

Aug. 15 Public Hearing on vacation of alley canceled

Posted on August 11, 2023

The Public Hearing considering the vacation of the alley adjacent to 2383 N. Flower St. scheduled for the August 15, 2023, City Council meeting has been cancelled. The cancellation provides the City the opportunity to address additional concerns introduced by the public. This public hearing will be re-noticed and heard at a later date. No...

City staff participates in emergency response training

Posted on August 11, 2023

The City of Santa Ana has identified that it is reasonably and foreseeably susceptible to at least 15 disasters or large-scale emergency events. These include those from natural causes (earthquake, extreme heat, storm/flood, pandemic disease, drought or fire), from technological causes (power failure or dam failure) and intentional acts (weapon of mass destruction or targeted...

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City collecting vehicle data for Permit Parking Program study

Posted on August 11, 2023

Public Works Agency staff is conducting a comprehensive evaluation of the Permit Parking Program to update the program guidelines and requirements that were established in the early 1990s. As part of the ongoing Permit Parking Program evaluation, parking studies must be conducted to evaluate and inventory public street parking spaces and street density. Traditionally, these...

Street closures and permitted events for August 10 – 16, 2023

Posted on August 10, 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, August 10 Memorial Park Concerts in the Park - Event Hours: 5:30 - 8 p.m. Saturday, August 12 Main Library Libraries with Heart - Event hours:...

Mayor’s newsletter: August 2023

Posted on August 8, 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, As we step into August, it's hard to believe how quickly summer has passed, and now the new school year is upon us. I want to extend my best...

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West Nile virus found in Santa Ana mosquitoes

Posted on August 8, 2023

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has confirmed the presence of West Nile virus in mosquitoes in Santa Ana. Inspectors will check known sources for mosquito breeding and try to identify unknown sources. West Nile virus advisory posters will be placed in affected areas. You can check Vector Control’s West Nile virus...

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Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua visits Sahuayo, Mexico, to sign sister city agreement

Posted on August 7, 2023

Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua visited Sahuayo, Mexico, from July 28 through July 31 to formalize an agreement establishing Sahuayo and Santa Ana as sister cities. Dr. Manuel Gálvez Sánchez, Mayor of Sahuayo, extended the invitation to Mayor Amezcua after his recent visit to Santa Ana in June. A signing ceremony was held at Santa...

Santa Ana Public Library to unveil blood pressure kits donated by American Heart Association at health fair

Posted on August 3, 2023

The Santa Ana Public Library (SAPL) will showcase new blood pressure kits donated by the American Heart Association during a health resource fair on Saturday, Aug. 12. As the American Heart Association’s first Libraries with Heart partner in Orange County, SAPL is proud to offer support to community members focusing on their health journey. The...