The new sign regulations create standards that support businesses but also protect pedestrians and community aesthetics. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council unanimously voted on Tuesday, Sept. 16, to allow businesses to use A-frame signs for advertising in a move aimed at supporting the local business community and enhancing advertising options on … Continued
The new rules will help the City regulate increasing numbers of unlicensed group homes. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved a landmark ordinance on Tuesday, Sept. 16, to better regulate group homes and sober-living facilities in residential neighborhoods. The new rules will improve living conditions for individuals with disabilities and establish … Continued
The project will create much-need housing, new jobs and open space near South Coast Plaza. SANTA ANA, Calif. — The Santa Ana City Council on Tuesday, Sept. 16, took an important first step in realizing the redevelopment of a 17.2-acre, underperforming commercial center near South Coast Plaza into a vibrant mixed-use village, creating modern commercial … Continued
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
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
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana celebrated the opening of one of the only permanent public outdoor libraries in the country on Thursday, Aug. 21, as part of the largest expansion of the Santa Ana library system in 50 years and a historic $50 million investment in library facilities. The Santa Ana … Continued
Caltrans will reimburse the City up to $400,000 for graffiti, trash, debris and encampment removal at ramps and underpasses. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council approved an agreement with the California Department of Transportation on Tuesday, Aug. 19, that will improve safety, cleanliness and maintenance along key freeway corridors and gateways. The … Continued
The City of Santa Ana held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Delhi Library Branch. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana celebrated the opening of a new library branch on Thursday, Aug. 14, as part of the largest expansion of the library system in 50 years and a historic $50 million investment … Continued
City of Santa Ana launches Ayuda Sin Fronteras program to provide resources to impacted households. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana has established an emergency financial assistance program for Santa Ana residents who have been impacted by recent federal immigration enforcement actions. The Santa Ana Ayuda Sin Fronteras (Help Without Borders) program … Continued
Subscribe to my newsletter June was a devastating and deeply emotional month for our community. We saw daily immigration raids, protests, and even the deployment of the National Guard in the heart of downtown Santa Ana. These events have left many in our community shaken, especially our elders, people who came to this country seeking … Continued
