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Santa Ana is first Orange County public agency to offer paid parental leave

Posted on July 20, 2023

City Council approves agreements with two City employee associations that provide the new benefit. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is the first public agency in Orange County to offer paid parental leave to eligible employees. Under Memoranda of Understanding approved by the Santa Ana City Council, over 100 employees who are...

Street closures and permitted events for July 20 – 26, 2023

Posted on July 20, 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. Thursday, July 20 Rosita Park Concerts in the Park - Event hours: 5:30 - 9 p.m. Friday, July 21 El Salvador Park Event hours: 7 - 10...

Fiesta Patrias Applications Now Available Graphic with image of a man in white shirt and sombrero using a lasso.

Fiestas Patrias Parade applications open until Aug. 3

Posted on July 18, 2023

The Fiestas Patrias Parade is back and will be held on Sunday, Sept. 17! We are excited to welcome the community to participate in this celebration of Mexican independence and Hispanic heritage. The theme for this year’s parade is “Hispanic Heritage: Past to Present." The parade will take place in conjunction with the annual Fiestas...

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Vietnamese Business Forum draws crowd

Posted on July 14, 2023

The City of Santa Ana Economic Development Division hosted a Vietnamese Business Forum on July 13, 2023, at the DoubleTree Hotel aimed at fostering collaboration, driving economic growth, and creating opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in Santa Ana. With the addition of our new Vietnamese Community Liaison in the City Manager’s Office, we were able to...

Street closures and permitted events for July 13-19, 2023

Posted on July 13, 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. Friday, July 14 Portola Park Movies in the Park - Event hours: 5:30 - 10 p.m. El Salvador Park Event hours: 7 - 10 p.m. Saturday, July...

Done/doing update

Posted on July 12, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done June 13, 2023, to July 12, 2023 and what we’re working on next. Done Resolved login issue to the water bill payment site. The finance department created a Contact the measure X Oversight Committee page....

Santa Ana’s 2022 Water Quality Report is now available!

Posted on July 7, 2023

Discover the Quality of Your Tap Water The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce the release of its 2022 Water Quality Report, also known as the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Whether you prefer to view it online or receive a printed copy, obtaining this annual report has never been easier. Simply...

Street closures and permitted events for July 6 – 12, 2023

Posted on July 6, 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. Friday, July 7 Jerome Park Movies in the Park - Event hours: 5:30 - 10 p.m. El Salvador Park Event hours: 7 - 10 p.m. Saturday, July...

Mayor’s newsletter: June 2023

Posted on June 29, 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, Happy summer! Our kids are out of school and people are spending quality time together. During this time of year, the City of Santa Ana becomes vibrant with festivals,...

Street closures and permitted events for June 29 – July 5, 2023

Posted on June 29, 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 June 30 Lane reduction on S. Bristol Street before Warner Avenue due to construction activity 24hrs a day each day through Friday Friday, June 30 El...

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Name new park projects in development

Posted on June 27, 2023

The City of Santa Ana is excited to continue to bring new park projects and park improvements as outlined as a main priority in Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services 2022 Parks Master Plan. As we move through the beginning phases of planning and development of upcoming projects, we would like to ask for...

Only ‘Safe and Sane’ fireworks are legal in Santa Ana July 1-4

Posted on June 27, 2023

As 4th of July approaches, we would like to remind our community that only fireworks bearing the “Safe and Sane” seal are permitted to be used within the City limits, during the following days and hours only: • July 1 – 12 p.m. (noon) to 10 p.m. • July 2 – 10 a.m. to 10...

Street closures and permitted events for June 23 – 28, 2023

Posted on June 22, 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. June 21 - 30 Lane Reduction on SB Bristol St. before Warner Ave. 24 hours Full Intersection Closures on 4th Street 24 hours closures - week day...

Mayor Amezcua delivers State of the City address 2023

Mayor Amezcua announces youth grant, Civic Center modernization at first State of the City

Posted on June 22, 2023

At today's State of the City address, Mayor Valerie Amezcua announced that our Parks and Recreation Agency has just received notice of a proposed grant award of $6.69 million for youth programs from the California Department of Social Services, Child Care and Development Division! This grant will help us continue to expand youth programs throughout the city....

New City budget prioritizes public safety, homelessness, parks and infrastructure

Posted on June 22, 2023

The Santa Ana City Council approved the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has approved a $764 million budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year that expands City services and focuses on the community’s top priorities. The budget approved this week has a $413 million general fund that pays...

Summer Concerts in the Park begin July 20

Posted on June 22, 2023

Live music will be at rotating parks throughout the City of Santa Ana every Thursday, from July 20 – August 10, 2023. The Santa Ana Summer Concerts in the Park series are coming to a park near you! Beginning every Thursday from July 20 – August 10, 2023, the City of Santa Ana will...

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Fourth of July celebration will return to Centennial Park

Posted on June 20, 2023

Santa Ana is celebrating the 11th annual Fourth of July celebration on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at Centennial Park. The Santa Ana Fourth of July celebration is back! The annual celebration is taking place on July 4, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park. This free community event will include live entertainment,...