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City Hall to close Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, other facilities will have holiday schedules

Posted on December 20, 2022

Happy Holidays from the City of Santa Ana! City Hall will be closed on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, 2023 in observance of Christmas and the New Year. We will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023.  City Hall and non-essential facilities will be closed Dec. 26, 2022 and Jan. 2, 2023. The Main Library and...
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COSAS: City Manager’s newsletter for December 16, 2022

Posted on December 16, 2022

SUBSCRIBE to the COSAS Newsletter  In this edition of COSAS, learn about the new City Council, more renter protections for Santa Ana residents, a new cannabis law, holiday schedules for different facilities, and fun holiday events happening in our City. Spotlight photo Mr. and Mrs. Claus visit the Santa Ana Winter Village Photo Credit: Cori...
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Court rules Gerry Serrano and Santa Ana Police Officers Association filed frivolous claims to stop City oversight and orders reimbursement of legal costs

Posted on December 16, 2022

An Orange County judge granted the City’s anti-SLAPP motions. A court has ruled that the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) and its president, Gerry Serrano, filed frivolous claims to silence City of Santa Ana executive employees and stop them from doing their jobs to ensure compliance with City rules and State law.  The court...
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Date nights at the Santa Ana Winter Village

Posted on December 14, 2022

The City of Santa Ana is excited to announce themed Date Nights this year at the Santa Ana Winter Village.  Every Thursday during the month-long event will feature different themes for participants to dress-up.  Bring your loved ones and join us in your finest festive attire: Thursday, Dec.  15: HOLIDAY PAJAMAS- wear your coziest holiday...
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Santa Ana’s first female mayor and 3 City Councilmembers take office

Posted on December 14, 2022

An installation ceremony took place on December 13, 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1HRCe7NAnU SANTA ANA, Calif. – Santa Ana’s first female mayor and three City Councilmembers took the oath of office on Tuesday, Dec. 13, at Santa Ana City Hall. Mayor Valerie Amezcua is the first woman elected to the citywide office in Santa Ana’s 153-year history. Newly...
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New cannabis law lowers tax rates, allows consumption lounges and events

Posted on December 12, 2022

Santa Ana is the top destination for legal cannabis in Orange County. SANTA ANA, Calif. – Santa Ana will continue to be the top destination for legal cannabis in Orange County thanks to several new measures approved by the Santa Ana City Council that will lower tax rates and allow marijuana consumption lounges and events....
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City expands administration and enforcement of renter protections for residents

Posted on December 8, 2022

The amended Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance became effective on November 18, 2022. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The amended Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance expands the administration and enforcement of renter protections for Santa Ana residents by establishing a rental housing board and a rental registry program. The amended Ordinance also...
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Santa Ana’s first female mayor, City Councilmembers to take office

Posted on December 7, 2022

SANTA ANA, Calif. – For the first time in Santa Ana’s 153-year history, a woman will be sworn in as mayor next week, along with three City Councilmembers. In the Nov. 8, 2022, General Municipal Election, Santa Ana voters elected Valerie Amezcua as mayor, Benjamin Vazquez to represent City Council Ward 2, Mayor Pro Tem...
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Court rules for City and Police Chief in lawsuit brought by Santa Ana Police Officers Association

Posted on December 7, 2022

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana continues to win in court against frivolous lawsuits brought by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association. Last week, Orange County Superior Court Judge Ronald Bauer granted motions filed by the City of Santa Ana and Police Chief David Valentin attacking the complaint filed against them by...
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Non-profit nights at the Santa Ana Winter Village

Posted on December 6, 2022

The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce partnerships with five local non-profits this year at the Santa Ana Winter Village.  Every Friday during the month-long event will feature one of the five non-profits.  With a different service driven focus each week, the non-profits will be accepting community donations to support their holiday initiatives:...

New 2022 California Building Standards Code

Posted on December 6, 2022

The State updates the California Code of Regulations (Title 24) every three years. The current edition is the 2019 California Code of Regulations. The new 2022 California Building Standards Code will go into effect on January 1, 2023. All construction project applications submitted on or after that date must comply with the provisions of the...
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Santa Ana Winter Village to celebrate tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 10

Posted on December 2, 2022

The City of Santa Ana will host the official grand opening of its month-long holiday event with ice-skating performances, a light show, Santa Claus and more. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The second annual Santa Ana Winter Village will open with an official tree lighting ceremony on the first Saturday of the month-long holiday event. On...
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COSAS: City Manager’s newsletter for December 2, 2022

Posted on December 2, 2022

SUBSCRIBE to the COSAS Newsletter  In this edition of COSAS, learn about our Shop Santa Ana program, the library’s expanding hours, fun holiday events like the Winter Village, Pancakes with Santa and the Ride of Lights, and much more! Spotlight photo   Christmas on 4th St. Photo Credit: Hiram U. To submit your own original...
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Ward 3 newsletter: November 2022

Posted on November 24, 2022

Dear Ward 3, This Thanksgiving, we celebrate this beautiful city, Santa Ana, and we share with you in giving thanks. I hope you and your family are enjoying quality time together today and over the long weekend. I can't help but feel the warmth and excitement as I walk and drive through the various Ward...
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Parks & Recreation wants to help keep your family entertained this holiday

Posted on November 23, 2022

Looking for a fun holiday game to play on Thanksgiving? Look no further! Santa Ana Parks & Recreation has you covered.  Check out this fun and interactive BINGO card. Play with family and friends during the holiday by printing the below image and distribute at your holiday gathering.  The first person to complete a row...
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Santa Ana Main Library will extend hours in 2023

Posted on November 23, 2022

The Santa Ana Public Library will be expanding the Main Library’s hours beginning Jan. 9, 2023, creating a more consistent schedule and adding eight more hours of service per week. The Main Library’s new hours will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The...

Become one of multiple partners helping CalEPA co-create a community science model

Posted on November 23, 2022

The California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) is inviting Community Based Organizations (CBOs) from throughout California to co-create a community science model to inform future CalEPA community research projects. The model is intended to be widely relevant to any California community interested in community science work and youth engagement. They are looking for CBOs interested and/or...
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Economic development business news and updates – November 2022

Posted on November 22, 2022

Subscribe to the Economic Development News and Updates newsletter The City of Santa Ana's team of Economic Development Specialists are here to assist you with tools and resources for your business. For information about the City’s incentives, workforce training programs, site selection assistance, navigating City licenses and permits, and other services and programs, please visit...
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Santa Ana Aquatics hiring lifeguards

Posted on November 22, 2022

Santa Ana Aquatics is partnering with #CaliforniansForAll Youth Jobs Corps to hire lifeguards. Interested in joining the Santa Ana Aquatics team? Apply to be a part of the #CaliforniansForAll Youth Job Corps here and make sure to select "Aquatic Services" as a position you are interested in. The City of Santa Ana is proud to...
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City wins Orange County Business Council award for MainPlace Mall plan

Posted on November 18, 2022

At last night’s annual awards ceremony, the Orange County Business Council (OCBC) awarded City of Santa Ana the top Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet award for Building & Land Reuse Community Revitalization for the MainPlace Specific Plan. The award recognizes jurisdictions and government agencies for their efforts to adopt streamlining measures that enhance customer...
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