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West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in Santa Ana

Posted on August 19, 2024

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District has confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in Santa Ana, in an area bordered by Garden Grove Boulevard, the Santa Ana River, Trask Avenue and Fairview Street. OC Vector Control inspectors will be out in the area to check known sources of mosquito breeding...
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Exercise program, Santa Ana Moves returns on September 3, 2024

Posted on August 19, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is excited to announce the return of the Santa Ana Moves program on September 3, 2024. Due to popular demand, the Parks and Recreation Agency will once again be opening the Santa Ana stadium for physical activities and pick-up games as part of the Santa Ana Moves program! Participants will...
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Street closures and permitted events for August 15-21

Posted on August 15, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Through August 23  Closure...
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Sports Fields reopened in Santa Ana Parks

Posted on August 15, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that the following City of Santa Ana Sports Fields have officially reopened, after completing essential turf maintenance!  We cannot wait to welcome you back to enjoy the refreshed and revitalized space. Angels Community Park, 914 W. 3rd Street Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt Street Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Avenue...
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44th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival and Parade will return to Downtown Santa Ana on September 14-15

Posted on August 14, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana’s vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 44th annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade with a return to the Downtown Santa Ana historic district. The Fiestas Patrias festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 12 to...
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Street closures and permitted events for August 8-14

Posted on August 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, August 8 Memorial...
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Park sports fields closures through September 30, 2024

Posted on August 7, 2024

To effectively provide and sufficiently maintain City athletic fields, scheduled rotating field closures occur during the year for turf recovery, field maintenance, and overall improvements.  Understanding that our valued sports organizations desire optimum use of City athletic fields, the City coordinates the schedule with the various sports leagues to minimize the impact. The sports fields...
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Santa Ana to celebrate Chicano Heritage Month with festival August 11, educational celebration August 29

Posted on August 5, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is celebrating Chicano Heritage Month with music, art, culture and education at two amazing community events on Aug. 11 and Aug. 29. On Sunday, Aug. 11, the third annual Chicano Heritage Festival will feature family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a car cruise and show, food, exhibitors, and...
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Street closures and permitted events for August 1-7

Posted on August 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, August 1  Jerome...
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Hear ye, hear ye! Shakespeare in the Park coming to Santa Ana’s Birch Park on July 31

Posted on July 26, 2024

Shakespeare by the Sea is bringing a live performance of ‘Henry IV: Falstaff and the Boy Who Would be King’ to downtown Santa Ana. Santa Ana, Calif. – Join a free, live performance of William Shakespeare’s highly acclaimed “Henry IV: Falstaff and the Boy Who Would be King” on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Birch...

Street closures and permitted events for July 25-31

Posted on July 25, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, July 25 Portola...

Street closures and permitted events for July 18-24

Posted on July 18, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, July 18 Carl...
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Street closures and permitted events for July 11-17

Posted on July 11, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Friday, July 12 Heritage...

Escape the summer heat at City cooling centers

Posted on July 10, 2024

During hot summer days, please remember to drink lots of water, limit activity outside, and go to our community centers, senior centers or Newhope Branch Library if you need to cool down. Santa Ana Main Library is closed for renovations, but the Newhope Branch Library has extended hours. Facility Hours ADA Accessible? Animals Allowed? Garfield...
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Street closures and permitted events for July 4-10

Posted on July 3, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, July 4 Centennial...
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City Hall closed, no street sweeping on 4th of July

Posted on July 2, 2024

In observance of Independence Day, Santa Ana City Hall, libraries, senior centers and community centers will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024. There will be no street sweeping, and trash collection will be delayed by one day. City Hall will also be closed on Friday, July 5, for the regular Friday closure. City Hall...
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City of Santa Ana kicks off National Parks & Recreation Month with ribbon cutting ceremony for King Street pocket park

Posted on July 1, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana kicked off National Parks and Recreation Month by celebrating the completion of the King Street Urban Greening Project on Monday, July 1. The King Street project is a significant enhancement to the Artesia Pilar neighborhood, transforming a previously underutilized space into a vibrant 10,000-square-foot pocket park....
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Street closures and permitted events for June 27 to July 3

Posted on June 28, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Friday, June  El Salvador...
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Street closures and permitted events for June 20-26

Posted on June 20, 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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Updates: Tuesday, June 25...
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Santa Ana City Council unanimously approves 2024-25 budget

Posted on June 19, 2024

The budget includes more funding for youth programs, roads, public safety, and investments in City facilities. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has unanimously approved the 2024-25 City budget, adding a range of new programs sought by the community while making long-term investments in City roads and public facilities. “This balanced budget...
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