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Full closure and no parking on 3rd Street between Bush and French streets Feb. 15-16

Posted on February 8, 2024

Starting on Thursday, February 15, through Friday, February 16, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a full closure to through traffic on Third Street between Bush and Spurgeon Street. In addition, there will be no parking allowed on Third Street between Spurgeon Street and French Street. The closure and no parking...

Street closures and permitted events for February 8 to 14

Posted on February 8, 2024

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. February 8-14 Full Closure of Bush St. between 4th and 5th streets for construction 24 hours a day Friday, February 9 Street closure between Euclid and La...

Help us report potholes caused by the storm

Posted on February 7, 2024

No one likes potholes and they seem to pop up almost overnight. Potholes are created in many ways, and the most common way is when water seeps into cracks on the surface of the road. Water combined with the vibration of the tires over the cracks may eventually cause the asphalt to fail and create...

Done/doing update- January 2024

Posted on February 7, 2024

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done from January 11, 2024 to February 7, 2024 and what we’re working on next. Done The Planning and Building department updated pet clinic information because the contact information for some clinics had changed. The Community...

February 6, 2024, City Council meeting canceled

Posted on February 6, 2024

The regular meeting of the Santa Ana City Council for February 6, 2024, is canceled due to the impacts of the storm and a power outage at City Hall. Agenda items will be carried over to the next regular meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Read the Notice of Cancellation here. Subscribe to receive agenda...

Tuesday, February 6: City Hall closed due to power outage; street sweeping canceled

Posted on February 6, 2024

Update: The February 6, 2024, regular meeting of the Santa Ana City Council has been canceled. Learn more here. Street sweeping is canceled on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, due to the rain. Santa Ana City Hall, Ross Annex and the Main Library are all closed due to a power outage. City staff are not able...

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency shares knowledge through human roots with new Raíces program

Posted on February 5, 2024

Raíces is a new Health and Wellness program that encourages deeper connections with the community and taps into their collective expertise. This monthly program will provide a unique forum that aims to promote dialogue, understanding, and connection between individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Starting February 26, participants of all ages will share their knowledge...

Governor declares state of emergency during storm; street sweeping canceled on February 5

Posted on February 4, 2024

Update: Street sweeping in Santa Ana is canceled on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Santa Ana Zoo is closed due to the rain. California Governor Newsom has declared a state of emergency, including in Orange County, due to the storm moving through California today, February 4, 2024, and into the week. City of Santa Ana Public...

Street closures and permitted events for February 1 to 7

Posted on February 1, 2024

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 February 3 Full Closure of Bush St. between French and 4th streets for construction 24 hours a day Saturday, February 3 Tet Festival Centennial Park; Event...

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Groundbreaking ceremony held for Gerardo Mouet Park at Standard and McFadden

Posted on January 27, 2024

On Saturday, January 27, 2024, the City of Santa Ana broke ground on Gerardo Mouet Park, honoring Santa Ana’s former Parks and Recreation director who died last year. The park at Standard Street and McFadden Avenue will have a skate area, basketball court, playground, green space and more. The park will provide a much-needed recreational...

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New Little Saigon monument sign honors Vietnamese community

Posted on January 26, 2024

The City of Santa Ana was proud to unveil a new Little Saigon monument sign on Friday, January 26, 2024. The sign, located on a median on West 1st Street just west of Harbor Boulevard, honors the important contributions of the Vietnamese community to Santa Ana. It also provides an entry point into the Little...

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency welcomes 2024 winter/spring CULTURA magazine with a statewide award

Posted on January 26, 2024

The first CULTURA: A Community Connection Guide of 2024 is out now and welcomes the new year with a statewide award of excellence for marketing and communications. The latest issue covers programming provided by Recreation, the Library, and the Zoo from February 2024 through May 2024. The City of Santa Ana first introduced the CULTURA...

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Street closures and permitted events, January 26 to February 1

Posted on January 25, 2024

Friday, January 26 Full Closure on First St. between Harbor Blvd. and La Vergn Way for Little Saigon sign unveiling Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Through January 30 Lane reduction on Main and 5th streets for construction 24 hours a day Wednesday, January 31 Full Closure on Ritchey Street between St. Andrew and Wright...

Santa Ana Celebrates Earth Day with a new event

Posted on January 25, 2024

Join Santa Ana's Parks & Recreation and Public Works Agencies to spruce up Santa Ana parks. The City of Santa Ana thrives on creating open spaces where the community can gather to recreate and engage in positive wellness activities. Parks are the perfect example of outdoor settings that promote healthy lifestyles. With parks playing such...

Ross Street will be closed Jan. 25-26 from 4th Street to Civic Center Drive

Posted on January 23, 2024

Please read this important update from the Orange County Transportation Authority. OC Streetcar crews will be performing final paving activities at the Ross Street and Santa Ana Boulevard intersection. To accommodate this work, Ross Street will be closed in both directions from 4th Street to Civic Center Drive and Santa Ana Boulevard will continue to...

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City of Santa Ana seeks community input on new police chief

Posted on January 22, 2024

Come and give your input on selecting our next police chief! The City of Santa Ana is recruiting for a new police chief who will oversee nearly 400 officers and over 200 civilian employees at the Santa Ana Police Department. We are seeking input from the community to share which characteristics you want to see...

Street sweeping canceled on Monday, January 22, 2024

Posted on January 22, 2024

Street sweeping in Santa Ana has been canceled today, January 22, 2024, due to rain. The City is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses at the City Corporate Yard. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business. Self-service sandbag station location and hours: City of Santa Ana Corporate Yard 215...

New San Lorenzo Sewage Lift Station will reduce sewage spills

Posted on January 20, 2024

On Thursday, January 18, 2024, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the completion of the San Lorenzo Sewage Lift Station project. It is the first state-of-the-art sewage lift station in the City of Santa Ana. The new station will improve sewage flow and help reduce sewage backups and spills. The project relocated the sewage...