The City of Santa Ana held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Centennial Park Improvements Project on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Mayor Valerie Amezcua, Councilmember David Penaloza and Councilmember Thai Viet Phan spoke and joined in the ceremonial groundbreaking. Thank you to the community members who gathered to celebrate the new amenities and upgraded recreational spaces that … Continued
Judge grants preliminary injunction in the City’s drug den abatement lawsuit. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana secured an important court victory on Nov. 3 that cracks down on nuisance businesses along East 1st Street to protect public safety and drive illegal drugs out of the community. Orange County Superior Court Judge … Continued
Mayor Valerie Amezcua delivered the 2025 State of the City address on Wednesday, Oct. 29, sharing Santa Ana’s progress, key accomplishments and vision for the future. Hosted by the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Santa Ana, the event showcased major infrastructure improvements, community-driven initiatives and upcoming projects that will strengthen … Continued
With possible delays of CalFresh (SNAP) food benefits due to the federal government shutdown, we are providing a list of food banks and other food assistance resources to help our community. 📍Delhi Community Center, 505 E. Central Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707; Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m. 📍Catholic Charities of OC: Doris Cantlay Food Distribution Center, 2020 … Continued
The statewide special election is Tuesday, Nov. 4, and vote centers are open now. Find your local polling location in Santa Ana at ocvote.gov/elections/vote-center-locations or drop off a Vote-By-Mail ballot at a drop box or Vote Center in the county by 8 p.m on Nov. 4 to ensure that your vote counts and your voice … Continued
The City of Santa Ana’s Community Priorities Survey invites residents to share their priorities for City spending. The survey will remain open year-round, ensuring community input helps shape the City’s funding decisions. Survey responses received through early May will be shared with the City Council at the May Budget Work Study Sessions. The Community Priorities … Continued
Join us for the 2025 State of the City livestream! The City of Santa Ana invites you to join us for Mayor Valerie Amezcua’s 2025 State of the City address on Wednesday, Oct. 29, starting at 11 a.m., highlighting our City’s progress, key achievements and vision for the future. This event is hosted by the … Continued
The Ayuda Sin Fronteras program provides help paying rent and utilities to people impacted by immigration enforcement. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council on Tuesday, Oct. 21, unanimously directed the City Manager to continue the Ayuda Sin Fronteras program with at least an additional $100,000 in funding to support residents who have … Continued
On Saturday, October 18, there will be no Metrolink service between Laguna Niguel and Oceanside due to the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary celebration at Camp Pendleton. Alternate transportation will not be provided. Pacific Surfliner rail service also will be disrupted from 12 to 3 p.m. There will be no rail service between Orange County … Continued
The Santa Ana City Council has chosen the name of our newest park at the corner of Bristol and Tolliver streets – Salvador Quintana Park. The new park will pay tribute to Salvador Quintana, whose life exemplified compassion, resilience and service. Salvador Quintana was a true Santa Ana hero who helped local families during WWII … Continued
