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Housing Authority Landlord newsletter: October 2022

Posted on November 1, 2022

In this issue: HUD Housing Choice Voucher Landlord Newsletter - Quarter 4 HUD Housing Choice Voucher Landlord newsletter Click on the link below for a new issue of the HUD Housing Choice Voucher Landlord Newsletter. This is a newsletter published nationwide by HUD for landlords, property owners, and property managers. Articles in this issue include:...

Mayor Sarmiento’s newsletter: October 2022

Posted on October 30, 2022

Happy fall! From warm summer nights to cool breezy days, the fall season is officially here. I hope you’ve had the opportunity to check out our recent events, which include the Mid-Autumn Festival, Indigenous Peoples Day celebration, and our Halloween movie series at Birch Park. In Santa Ana, we are proud to host events that...

Santa Ana Public Library receives $9 million state grant for critical upgrades

Posted on October 26, 2022

The City of Santa Ana’s Library Services Agency has been awarded over $9.3 million from the California State Library “Building Forward” grant program to fund a variety of critical maintenance and infrastructure needs at the Main Library. This grant will supplement the federally funded Revive Santa Ana pandemic recovery program and other funding sources, allowing...

City of Santa Ana opposes judge’s decision to allow County cold weather shelter at Armory

Posted on October 24, 2022

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is disheartened and disappointed to learn that on Friday, Oct. 21, U.S. District Judge David O. Carter gave the green light to the County of Orange to open a cold weather shelter at the National Guard Armory located at 612 E. Warner Ave. This followed his...

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Santa Ana establishes sister city partnership with Sahuayo, Mexico

Posted on October 20, 2022

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana today celebrated its new sister city relationship with Sahuayo, Mexico. Santa Ana Mayor Vicente Sarmiento held a ceremonial signing of the sister city resolution that was unanimously approved by the Santa Ana City Council on Oct. 4. He was joined at City Hall by Santa Ana...

31st Annual Boo at the Zoo returns October 22, 23, 29 and 30!

Posted on October 18, 2022

Join the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park for the 31st annual Boo at the Zoo this weekend and next to enjoy the Trick-or-Treat Trail and other Halloween fun. Boo at the Zoo is a fundraiser hosted by Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo to help upgrade the primate habitats. The event takes place on...

Federal judge stops County of Orange from opening cold weather shelter in Santa Ana

Posted on October 17, 2022

A Salvation Army site was proposed despite two year-round shelters already operating. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The County of Orange will not be allowed to open a planned cold weather shelter operated by the Salvation Army in Santa Ana this winter, a federal judge has ordered. U.S. District Court Judge David O. Carter ruled late...

OCTA alert update: OC Bus service expected to continue as usual Monday, Oct. 17

Posted on October 16, 2022

UPDATE: OCTA announced early today that bus service will resume as usual on Oct. 17, 2022. The following information was shared by OCTA on Sunday, October 16: There will be no OC Bus service on Monday, October 17, 2022. Riders should make alternate travel arrangements. OCTA is ready and willing to continue negotiating with the union...

SAPD opens second PAAL location at the Roosevelt/Walker Community Center

Posted on October 11, 2022

In 2007, the Santa Ana Police Department opened its doors to its first Police Athletic and Activities League (PAAL) Center on the city’s west side. Today, a second PAAL location, within the Roosevelt/Walker Community Center, has opened its door for Santa Ana children to enjoy on the east side of Santa Ana. Combined, these two...

Mayor Sarmiento opposes cold weather shelter in Santa Ana

Posted on October 10, 2022

Mayor Vicente Sarmiento sent a letter to the Orange County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 7 expressing his "strong opposition to the County of Orange’s decision to place the Cold Weather Shelter in the City of Santa Ana for the upcoming 2022-2023 winter season." The letter states, in part: "The City of Santa Ana continues...

Statement on Dismissal of Santa Ana Police Officers Association Lawsuits

Posted on October 7, 2022

Two separate lawsuits filed against Santa Ana City Manager Kristine Ridge, City Attorney Sonia Carvalho and Director of Human Resources Jason Motsick by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) have been dismissed with prejudice. The first lawsuit also had POA President Gerry Serrano as a plaintiff, while the second lawsuit named “Doe Officers” as...

Ward 2 – Fall newsletter

Posted on October 6, 2022

Councilmember Mendoza's welcome message: It’s officially fall, though you might not know it looking out the window here in Southern California. I’m excited, however, for our fall and winter activities that are coming up. It’s been an amazing year in Santa Ana with so many fun City events. I recently attended the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrating...

Housing Authority Landlord newsletter: September 2022

Posted on October 5, 2022

In this issue: 2022 Income Property Management Expo 2022 Income Property Management Expo The Income Property Management Expo (IPME) returns to the Pasadena Convention Center Tuesday, October 18, 2022! The Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles proudly presents 2022 IPM Expo. The Expo offers Real Estate Investors, Independent Rental Owners & Property Managers access to...

Ward 3 newsletter: September 2022

Posted on September 30, 2022

Happy fall! It's hard to believe, but--yes--we are officially in fall. We wouldn't be able to tell by the recent warmer-than-usual weather, but it's a good thing that we're finally experiencing a reprieve this weekend with cooler temperatures. I hope you and your families have had a fantastic summer and are ready for the new...

Santa Ana Housing Authority will be certified as High Performing for fifth year in a row

Posted on September 29, 2022

For the fifth year in a row, the Santa Ana Housing Authority (SAHA) will be certified as a High Performing Housing Authority by United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Under the Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP), HUD uses fourteen indicators to monitor and evaluate the performance of housing authorities nationwide. SEMAP...

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2022 General Municipal Election list of candidates and proposed ballot measures

Posted on September 29, 2022

The following persons have been nominated for the offices designated below to be filled at the General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on Tuesday, the 8th of November, 2022: Candidates for Mayor Name Affidavit of residence Ballot designation Candidate statement Valerie Amezcua View affidavit of residence Santa Ana Unified...

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Indigenous Peoples Day celebration to honor Native cultures and histories

Posted on September 28, 2022

The inaugural Indigenous Peoples Day celebration hosted by the City of Santa Ana will take place on Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Santa Ana Civic Center’s Plaza of the Sun. This free community event celebrates and honors Indigenous peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. The celebration will include...