Dear Neighbors, As January comes to a close, I hope the new year is off to a strong and positive start for you and your loved ones. While 2024 may be behind us, the work of building a stronger and inclusive Santa Ana never stops. This January, I’ve hit the ground running. On January 14,...
Overview Take advantage of the benefits of mediation with the City of Santa Ana’s Rent Stabilization Division The Rent Stabilization Division is offering resources that can help both tenants and landlords navigate disputes effectively and amicably. By utilizing mediation services, we can foster better communication and understanding, leading to peaceful resolutions. I encourage everyone to...
The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce Councilmember Phil Bacerra’s appointment as Chair of the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Board of Directors. This is a significant appointment to oversee an essential public safety agency that provides fire and emergency services to Santa Ana, 22 other Orange County cities and unincorporated areas. Councilmember...
Exciting changes are happening at your library! Stay tuned as these projects come to life and bring new opportunities for learning and connection. Take a look at our progress and learn more about each project below: Main Library For the first time in over 35 years, the Main Library is getting a big upgrade! This...
DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MARCH 3, 2025 The City of Santa Ana’s Arts & Culture Office is issuing a Call for Proposals (CFP) inviting individuals or teams to submit proposals for the conservation of murals visible from the public right-of-way, located within the city. This initiative honors Santa Ana’s rich cultural heritage while promoting...
Know Your Rights The City of Santa Ana is committed to the safety of all residents regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, country of origin, or immigration status. Immigrants who are stopped, arrested or detained by immigration or other law enforcement agencies have certain rights. If you encounter law enforcement at work, on the...
The Neighborhood Initiatives and Environmental Services (NIES) staff reached out to Chapman University to learn more about a student research on extreme heat in Orange County. NIES staff collaborated with Chapman University staff and they provided support in creating surface temperature maps of Santa Ana. The heat map was created using NASA’s ECOSTRESS by Gregory...
About Join forces with your neighbors to enhance your neighborhood's cleanliness! The City of Santa Ana’s Neighborhood Cleanup Program provides residents an opportunity to properly dispose of bulky items that do not fit in their residential trash cart or bin. It also welcomes neighborhoods to organize a community cleanup to improve the appearance of their...
Help the City of Santa Ana's Planning and Building Agency shape Santa Ana’s future and dive into a virtual self-guided community workshop. Learn about regulations that guide development and provide your input. Share your ideas and concerns with the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update team. The virtual workshop mirrors the Round One Community Workshops that were...
Below 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, January 24 Bristol...
Congratulations to our Public Works team for winning two awards for our new park projects! Each year, the American Public Works Association of Southern California awards the Public Works Project of the Year to recognize excellence in public works management. On December 11, 2024, the City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency won two awards:...
The Santa Ana City Council unanimously selected Ward 2 Councilmember Benjamin Vazquez to serve as Mayor Pro Tem on Tuesday, January 21. Mayor Pro Tem is a one-year appointment and serves in the Mayor’s place if the Mayor is absent. Mayor Pro Tem Vazquez replaces Councilmember Thai Viet Phan, who served in the position for...
