City Hall Holiday Closure

Santa Ana City Hall is closed December 25, 2025, to January 2, 2026; there is no street sweeping December 25-26 and January 1. Go here to see all service impacts.  

Archives: FAQs

When do candidates who are elected take office?

The Registrar of Voters Office certifies election results (the Registrar has up to 30 days following Election Day).  The final results are sent to the City Clerk who in turn presents them to the City Council at a Special Meeting for acceptance.  The City Council approves the election results. The City Clerk administers the Oath … Continued

How can I withdraw my name from a petition that I signed?

A voter who has signed an initiative, referendum, or recall petition pursuant to the Constitution or laws of this state shall have his or her signature withdrawn from the petition upon filing a written request that includes the voter’s name, residence address, and signature with the appropriate county elections official or city elections official prior to the … Continued

When are elections normally held in the City of Santa Ana?

Elections for Councilmembers and the Mayor are held in even-numbered years — on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. The next City election will be held on November 5, 2024, and the voters will elect Councilmembers for Wards 1, 3, 5, and Mayor.

Can I request to view public records? (File review)

You can review public records at Santa Ana City Hall during regular office hours, which are Monday through Thursday and every other Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays. We encourage you to call the City Clerk’s Office at (714) 647-6520 to make an appointment if you decide to come in person. Please … Continued

Do we provide physical copies of records?

The City will make copies of records for members of the public upon request. The California Public Records Act provides that copies of records will be made promptly available upon payment of fees that cover the direct costs of duplication, which are generally the costs of running a copy machine. In some cases (especially with … Continued

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