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Street closures and permitted events for March 16-22

Posted on March 16, 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. March 16-17 1st Street full closure between Standard Avenue and Grand Avenue for slopes construction Closure is from 9 p.m. Thursday, March 16, until 5 a.m. Friday,...

Parks, Recreation and Community Services hosting summer hiring fairs

Posted on March 15, 2023

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

Image of Lay's RePlay Mini-Pitch coming soon to Cesar Chavez Campesino Park

Cesar Chavez Campesino partial park closure for Lay’s RePlay Mini-Pitch installation

Posted on March 14, 2023

Construction starting March 15, 2023 in preparation for project unveiling tentatively scheduled for April 19, 2023. The City of Santa Ana, in collaboration with Lay’s RePlay, is excited to announce a new community project, bringing a sustainable artificial turf field to Cesar Chavez Campesino Park. Lay’s RePlay is an innovative global initiative partnering with the...

Santa Ana Fun Run: Annual 5K race adds 10K and Fit Fest

Posted on March 13, 2023

Registration is now open for April 21 and 22 events. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana’s annual 5K run has expanded to a two-day event with a 5K race, 10K race, Kids Dash and Fit Fest. Join us for the Santa Ana Fun Run as we celebrate an overall sense of health...

A mural painting of six arms with hands holding each other in a circle with a yellow flower in the middle.

Arts & Culture Office accepting proposals for graffiti arts pilot program

Posted on March 13, 2023

The City of Santa Ana's Arts & Culture Office has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a Santa Ana-based organization to design and implement a pilot program for “Bridging the G.A.P. (Graffiti Arts Program),” a year-long interactive, multi-disciplinary public arts program that will inspire civic leadership and community pride in youth through the creation...

Street closures and permitted events for March 10-17

Posted on March 10, 2023

Here are the locations of street closures for construction, permitted events, or other activities March 10-17 in Santa Ana so you can plan accordingly. Saturday, March 11 2nd Street Promenade Event: 12-9 p.m. Closure on N. Park Blvd. between N. Benton Way and N. Riverside Drive Event: 2 – 5:30 p.m. Plaza Calle Cuatro Event:...

EGG-cellent Adventure returns to Santa Ana on April 8

Posted on March 7, 2023

Hop on over to Centennial Park on April 8, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a day of egg hunting and festivities as the City of Santa Ana hosts the annual EGG-cellent Adventure. The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency is hosting another free community event with egg hunts, inflatables and...

Done/doing update

Posted on March 6, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done from January 23,2023 to February 22,2023 and what we’re working on next. Done Updated the Immigration Services page with an infographic and frequently asked questions section Restructured the Parks and Recreation department pages and added...

City of Santa Ana compels developer to complete homeless shelter, federal lawsuit dismissed

Posted on March 2, 2023

The lawsuit was no longer necessary after the City achieved its goal. SANTA ANA, Calif. – A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the City of Santa Ana against the developer of a new homeless shelter after the City successfully compelled the defendant to complete construction of the project. Judge David O. Carter...

Street closures and permitted events for March 3 – 13

Posted on March 2, 2023

Here are the locations of street closures for construction, permitted events, or other activities March 3 - 13 in Santa Ana so you can plan accordingly. Throughout March Lane closures on Sunflower Ave. between S. Plaza Dr. and Main St. for sewer repairs Work is scheduled overnight 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. through March 2023....

Bristol Street closed between 17th and 21st streets for power outage repair

Posted on March 1, 2023

North Bristol Street between 17th and 21st streets was closed in both directions on March 1, 2023, due to a traffic collision that caused a power outage. Southern California Edison repair crews are on the way and Bristol Street will be closed until the repairs are complete. Get power outage updates from SCE at https://www.sce.com/outage-center/check-outage-status.

Mayor’s newsletter: February 2023

Posted on February 28, 2023

Sign up for my newsletters Dear community, Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter! The purpose of this newsletter is to share with you about events in the community and City Hall. My goal is to develop a strong connection between the mayor’s office and our community, and this newsletter is an important part of...

Economic Development update – February 2023

Posted on February 24, 2023

Translate The City of Santa Ana's team of Economic Development Specialists are here to assist you with tools and resources for your business. For information about the City's Incentives, workforce training programs, site selection assistance, navigating City licenses and permits, and other services and programs, please visit our website. Visit our website The City will...

Court awards $41,651.47 in attorney’s fees and costs to City of Santa Ana against the Santa Ana Police Officers Association and Gerry Serrano

Posted on February 24, 2023

Santa Ana, Calif. – A court has ruled that the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) and its president, Gerry Serrano, must pay the City of Santa Ana $41,651.47 for defending against frivolous claims SAPOA and Mr. Serrano filed to silence the City of Santa Ana executive employees and stop them from doing their jobs...

Ward 1 newsletter: February 2023

Posted on February 23, 2023

Dear Ward 1 Residents, I hope you all had a wonderful New Year! Before turning to 2023, I wanted to make sure we acknowledge the closure of 2022 with some new colleagues on the dais—Councilmember Benjamin Vazquez in Ward 2 and Santa Ana’s first woman Mayor, Valerie Amezcua! It was a historic election, and I...

Springest open house flier at El Salvador Park on Mar. 25

Parks and Recreation hosting Spring Fest: Open House on March 25

Posted on February 23, 2023

In partnership with our Santa Ana Collaborative members, the Santa Ana Parks and Recreation Agency is hosting a new event to re-introduce Santa Ana recreation classes and programs! Join us in-person on Saturday, March 25th from 10:00am - 1:00pm at El Salvador Center. This FREE event is open to the community and provides an opportunity to...

Street closures and permitted events for Feb. 23 to March 1

Posted on February 23, 2023

Here are the locations of street closures for construction, permitted events, or other activities Feb. 23 to March 1 in Santa Ana so you can plan accordingly. Wednesday, February 22 - August 7 Traffic lanes will be reduced to one lane on First St. between Hickory St. and Grand Ave. in both westbound and eastbound...

Inaugural Street Sign Toppers Helen M Shipp Way and Black History Square

Ceremonial street sign toppers honor Black history

Posted on February 16, 2023

Today we unveiled our first ceremonial street sign toppers as part of the new ceremonial street naming program created by the City Council. These first toppers recognize Santa Ana’s African-American heritage, coinciding with Black History Month. Willits Street from Fairview to Bristol streets now has the honorary name Helen M. Shipp Way, for the founder...