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More than 5,000 people attend second annual Mid-Autumn Festival

Posted on October 11, 2023

The second annual Mid-Autumn Festival took place on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, to celebrate the Asian and Vietnamese cultures of our community. More than 5,000 people came out for the event, which had been moved to the larger space at Centennial Park after last year's successful festival at Rosita Park. Guests were treated to some...

Parks, Recreation and Community Services hosting fall hiring fair

Posted on October 11, 2023

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

Done/doing

Posted on October 10, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done September 13, 2023, to October 10, 2023 and what we’re working on next. Done Human Resources added a Benefit Resources page with information for new employees. Replaced the pictures on the Public Works news posts...

The Santa Ana City Council has agreed to accept the resignation of its City Manager, effective today, Monday, October 9, 2023.

Posted on October 9, 2023

The Santa Ana City Council has agreed to accept the resignation of its City Manager, effective today, Monday, October 9, 2023. By a vote of 6-1, with the Mayor Pro Tem voting no, the City Council accepted the resignation and approved a severance and release agreement, as provided for in the employment agreement. The City...

Street signs for newly named Zoo Lane installed by Santa Ana Zoo

Posted on October 6, 2023

Welcome to Zoo Lane! The new street signs went up on Oct. 6, 2023, for the newly named Zoo Lane next to the Santa Ana Zoo. In August, the Santa Ana City Council affirmed the Planning Commission’s adoption of a resolution changing the name of parts of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane between...

Mayor’s newsletter: October 2023

Posted on October 5, 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, September was another memorable month in Santa Ana. I enjoyed attending the NHBWA’s Tacos en Tacones event, Santa Ana’s first International Older Adults Celebration, and my monthly Coffee with...

Street closures and permitted events for October 5-11

Posted on October 5, 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. October 5 Birch Park Movie Series Birch Park, 400 W. Third St.; Event hours: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Through October 6 Lane reductions or closures at intersections on S....

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City hosts grand reopening of $3.5 million Santiago Park renovation

Posted on October 3, 2023

Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency welcomed the community in the grand reopening of Santiago Park on Tuesday, Oct. 3. Guests got to see all of the exciting new updates in person and receive a preview of the new programs and services that are starting as a result of the $3.5 million renovation...

Applications open for Rental Housing Board to oversee rent and eviction ordinance

Posted on October 3, 2023

Are you interested in serving your community in a new and historic role? Apply now to serve on the City of Santa Ana’s Rental Housing Board. This seven-member board will institute policies and procedures for the administration and enforcement of the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance, which limits rent increases and creates new...

Street Closures and Permitted Events Sept. 28 to Oct. 4

Street closures and permitted events for September 28 – October 4

Posted on September 28, 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. Through September 29 Right turns only at the Intersection of Warner Ave. and Grand Ave. for SoCal Gas construction 8 p.m. - 5 a.m. Friday, September 29...

Santa Ana to celebrate second annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Oct. 7

Posted on September 27, 2023

Harvest good spirits as the City of Santa Ana celebrates its second annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, October 7, commemorating our community’s Asian and Vietnamese cultures. Santa Ana’s Mid-Autumn Festival will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., in Santa Ana. The Mid-Autumn Festival is traditionally known for...

Economic Development update – September 2023

Posted on September 26, 2023

In The News: Segerstroms Plan Major Revamp of Santa Ana Retail Center! The Village at Santa Ana is a mixed-use development project with plans to redevelop a 17 acre area into 1,583 residential units, up to 80,000 square feet of retail, and 300,000 square feet of office space. The proposed revamp will be pedestrian-oriented furthering...

Street closures and permitted events for September 21-27

Posted on September 21, 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. Through September 22 Intersection closure at 4th and French streets due to OC Streetcar construction 24 hours a day Through September 22 Metrolink rail maintenance work on...

Santa Ana to celebrate 43rd annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade this weekend

Posted on September 15, 2023

The parade will be livestreamed and will feature Santa Ana’s sister city, Sahuayo, Michoacán. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana’s vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 43rd annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade on Sept. 16 and 17. This year’s event includes many...

The City of Santa Ana and Santa Ana Police Chief David Valentin Dismissed from Lawsuit by Family of Brandon Lopez

Posted on September 14, 2023

On September 13, 2023, a federal court judge dismissed claims against the City of Santa Ana and Chief David Valentin stemming from a civil rights lawsuit related to an officer-involved shooting involving Anaheim Police Department officers in our city. The only remaining claim against the City, brought by the decedent's father, is the allegation Santa...

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City reimagining Memorial Park and Pool

Posted on September 12, 2023

Residents can share their ideas at a community design workshop on September 14. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The time has come to reimagine Memorial Park and the various ways it serves the community. The aquatics facility at the park is the original 1956 installation and the City needs community input to design a new facility...

Done/doing

Posted on September 12, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done August 14, 2023, to September 12, 2023 and what we’re working on next. Done Homeless division created new contact forms for contacting the housing authority and contacting a caseworker. The City Clerk completed the Rental...