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Santa Ana City Council approves Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget

Posted on June 16, 2021

The Santa Ana City Council approved a $717.1 million budget on Tuesday, June 15, for the 2021-2022 fiscal year that will improve service levels for residents despite the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The unanimous vote followed several months of community town halls and budget workshops before the Council last week held two marathon...

How Should Santa Ana Spend $143 Million? Join our Revive Santa Ana Town Hall on May 11 and Take our Survey

Posted on April 22, 2021

The City of Santa Ana is planning to use $142.9 million from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to launch Revive Santa Ana, a comprehensive pandemic recovery initiative that also will allow the City to reimagine the services it provides. We have many ideas about how this money could be used, but we want...

COVID-19 Weekly Update

Posted on November 6, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing life for all of us. You may feel anxious, stressed, worried, sad, bored, depressed, lonely or frustrated in these circumstances. You are not alone. There are strategies for managing stress, such as: • Be mindful of your intake of information from news sources about the virus, and consider taking breaks...

4th Street Market Apartments in Downtown Santa Ana – Opening January 2021

Posted on November 6, 2020

4th Street Market’s amazing food hall will soon host residential apartments on the second floor of its building. Downtown Santa Ana has been patiently waiting for the first set of residential apartments to open and the date is almost here. Coming January 2021, the 4th Street Market Apartments will open and become homes...

Santa Ana Public Library November 2020 Updates

Posted on November 6, 2020

Santa Ana youth are invited to join us for stories, interactive activities, rhymes and sing-alongs in English and Spanish. New videos will be available on the City of Santa Ana’s YouTube Channel every Friday during the month of November! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and subscribe to our channel to stay up to date with...

Public Works Agency Responds to Over 250 Service Calls After Windstorm

Posted on November 6, 2020

On Monday, Oct. 26, 2020, the city experienced strong Santa Ana winds with speeds in the range of 25 to 35 mph and with gusts exceeding 50 mph. The City’s Public Works Agency - Maintenance Services Division team was prepared and quickly responded to over 250 service calls from the public for fallen trees, tree limbs...

City’s Recognized for Vector Awareness Efforts

Posted on November 6, 2020

OC Vector Control recently recognized the City’s outstanding contributions on vector awareness efforts in the Santa Ana community. During the summer, the City’s Public Works Agency collaborated with OC Vector Control by placing 200 mosquito prevention magnet signs (10”x20”) with the City’s logo on Public Works vehicles to create awareness. In addition, throughout the spring...

Newsletter Naming Contest

Posted on November 6, 2020

We're reimagining our newsletter and we need your help to pick a new name! Our digital newsletter will be distributed citywide and will highlight items on the City Council meeting agenda, share general news, showcase upcoming events, and more. Submit your entry for a new newsletter name below, along with your name and email. The...

Employee Pumpkin Contest, Alice in Wonderland theme

City Employee Appreciation Day Event a Success!

Posted on November 6, 2020

Although we were unable to have our standard in-person gathering to appreciate our employees this year, on Thursday, Oct. 29, the City celebrated staff's accomplishments and hard work by hosting an employee appreciation event with virtual contests and activities, including departmental virtual costume competitions, an outdoor pumpkin carving contest, and an In-N-Out food truck for...

California’s Blueprint for Reducing COVID-19

Posted on September 3, 2020

In a press conference last week, Governor Newsom announced a four-tier framework to measure counties in loosening (or tightening) restrictions on activities and business operations. Orange County’s current risk level is categorized as “widespread” (Tier 4). To find out where a particular activity or business stands, check out the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy...

General Plan Update

Posted on September 3, 2020

We're working on updating our General Plan. A General Plan sets forth the City’s long-range planning policies that reflect the aspirations and values of residents, land owners, businesses, and organizations within the community. The City Council and Planning Commission use the General Plan when considering land use and planning-related decisions, and City staff use the...

FY 2019-20 Year-End Results

Posted on September 3, 2020

We are all anxious to see the actual results from FY 2019-20. How did COVID-19 affect our finances through June 30, 2020? Did revenues exceed our estimates? Did we spend less than expected? Our Accounting Staff is working hard to reconcile accounts and count every dollar; then the auditors will do their job this fall. Like normal, the City is...

Zoofari Wrap-Up

Posted on September 3, 2020

Friends of Santa Ana Zoo’s Zoofari 2020 “Treasure Island Adventure” has sailed off into the sunset. Raising over $35,000 for Zoo support, the virtual auction event was a great success. The community came together in support of the event with many fantastic donated items and underwriting contributions. Over 2,000 guests visited the virtual auction site during the two...

Supplemental Bus Stop Cleaning

Posted on September 3, 2020

Utilizing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds, the City of Santa Ana’s Public Works Agency - Maintenance Services Division has implemented a supplemental bus stop and shelter maintenance program through December 2020. The CARES Act provides funds to state and local governments to cover necessary expenditures incurred during the COVID-19 public...

Career Online High School at the Santa Ana Public Library

Posted on September 3, 2020

The Santa Ana Public Library is pleased to present this exciting program for adult residents living in the City of Santa Ana. Are you looking to expand your career opportunities, re-enter the workforce, or continue your education? The Career Online High School program is 100% virtual, flexible and free. Scholarships for the program are limited,...

Community Clean-Up Event

Posted on September 3, 2020

The City of Santa Ana’s Public Works Agency continues to collaborate with local community based organizations and volunteer groups to perform general cleanup of trash and debris of public areas, helping to improve the City’s appearance. On Sunday, August 30, 2020, a Community Clean-Up event was held consisting of over a dozen volunteers, spanning more than...

2020 Census – Respond Today!

Posted on September 3, 2020

Do you have a few minutes to spare ? Complete your Census TODAY! Luckily, you have three ways to respond. Open up your computer and visit http://my2020census.gov Pick up your phone and call (844) 330-2020 Seal up that envelope and respond by mail

City Hall Closed on Monday, September 7 in Observance of Labor Day

Posted on September 3, 2020

City Hall and all non-essential City services will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Emergency services will be available during this time.

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Santa Ana City Council to Meet by Teleconference

Posted on September 1, 2020

The Santa Ana City Council will have its regular meeting by teleconference today, Sept. 1, 2020, with a closed session at 5 p.m. and open session at 5:45 p.m. The meeting agenda is available at www.santa-ana.org/cc/city-meetings. Individuals who would like to comment on an agenda item or make a general comment regarding a topic not...

Santa Ana Affordable Housing Apartments Accepting Applications

Posted on September 1, 2020

La Placita Cinco is a brand new, affordable apartment community currently under construction at 2239 W. 5th St. in Santa Ana. La Placita Cinco includes 20 two-bedroom units, 29 three-bedroom units, and 2 four-bedroom units. The City of Santa Ana provided $6 million to help fund the project. Amenities will include garage parking, community rooms,...

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