Street closures September 12-15 for Fiestas Patrias

Streets in downtown and along Main Street will be closed for the Fiestas Patrias parade and festival. Learn more here.

Author: peakins@santa-ana.org

A Statement from Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua regarding Supreme Court ruling

Mayor Valerie Amezcua released the following statement on Monday, September 8, 2025: I am extremely disappointed and concerned by the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling today that allows U.S. immigration officers to continue to make stops based solely on a person’s location, the type of work they do, the language they speak, or their apparent race … Continued

Historic Preservation Awards nominations open until October 2

The City of Santa Ana is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Historic Preservation Awards. These awards recognize outstanding restoration and rehabilitation projects, as well as efforts that support preservation causes in our community.  Winners will be honored by the Historic Resources Commission and City Council and will receive a commemorative plaque for their contributions … Continued

Ward 3 Newsletter: August 2025

Subscribe to my newsletter Dear Neighbors, It’s been an especially hot August, but that hasn’t slowed down the work in Ward 3. This month, my office has organized food distributions to support families, attended neighborhood meetings to hear your priorities, and joined community events that celebrate the heart of Santa Ana. On the Council, we’ve … Continued

Santa Ana City Council reaffirms support for immigrant community through new agreement with Immigrant Defenders Law Center

The Santa Ana City Council reaffirmed its commitment to the immigrant community by approving an agreement that will allow Santa Ana residents facing deportation or removal proceedings to continue to access free immigration legal services. On Tuesday, August 19, the City Council approved a $250,000 agreement with Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef), the largest deportation … Continued

A Message from Mayor Valerie Amezcua on August 19, 2025, City Council actions

Mayor Valerie Amezcua is pleased to share an update on actions by the Santa Ana City Council at their August 19, 2025, regular meeting. Those include an agreement with Immigrant Defenders Law Center to provide immigration legal services for residents, an agreement with Caltrans to clean up around freeway underpasses and ramps, and an agreement … Continued

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