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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...

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for February 1, 2024

Posted on February 1, 2024

In this issue of our newsletter, join our community budget meetings, check out the latest edition of Cultura, learn about down payment assistance workshops, share your thoughts on our new police chief, and find more Santa Ana news and events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Santa Ana High School Football Photo Credit: Raymond A @legendarysportsmedia....

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...

Rent stabilization newsletter – January 2024

Posted on January 31, 2024

News and Updates Sign up to receive important updates on the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance by clicking the link below. Sign up to receive updates Rent Stabilization Program Update Notice of Pass-Through Fee to Tenant The City of Santa Ana Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance (“Ordinance”) is a local law...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
Street closures and permitted events January 18-24

Street closures and permitted events for January 18-24

Posted on January 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. Jan. 19-21 Closures of Edinger Ave. on-ramp and McFadden Ave. off-ramp on NB SR-55 for retaining wall construction. 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily Directional closures on...
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Santa Ana Public Library and Segerstrom Center for the Arts partner to offer dance and music

Posted on January 16, 2024

Santa Ana Public Library and Segerstrom Center for the Arts have partnered to bring an array of engaging and inclusive public programs to the local community. Together they present Rhythm/Ritmo Santa Ana, an exciting series of dance and music classes tailored for all ages and abilities. This collaboration exemplifies the Center’s commitment to making the...

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for January 12, 2024

Posted on January 12, 2024

In this issue of our newsletter, learn how to participate in the City budget process, join our inaugural Tết Festival, check out our new mascots, share your ideas on a park redesign, and find more Santa Ana news and events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Sunrise at Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Photo Credit: Tasawur...
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Street closures and permitted events for January 11-17

Posted on January 12, 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. Saturday, January 13 2nd St. Promenade Event hours: 5- 10 p.m. Sunday, January 14 Plaza Calle Cuatro  Event hours: 1-5 p.m. January 15-23 OC Streetcar crews will...
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Register by Feb. 6 for tour of water treatment system

Posted on January 12, 2024

Update: The registration deadline has been extended until Feb. 6. Are you fascinated by the process of water treatment? Join us for a fully funded excursion on Friday, March 1, to the Weymouth Water Treatment Plant, Water Quality Lab and Napolitano Innovation Center! This incredible opportunity is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the...
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