On October 10, 2024, the City of Santa Ana unveiled the new Virginia & William Guzman Way ceremonial street signs during an emotional and historic event attended by elected officials and members of four families involved in the landmark Mendez v. Westminster case. These signs located on Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific … Continued
Sign up for my newsletter Official newsletter of Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. Keeping the community informed about local events, City news, and resources. Dear neighbors, I hope everyone enjoyed the 44th annual Fiestas Patrias event! It was truly wonderful to see so many of you come together for this fantastic family-friendly celebration. The weekend … Continued
As we say goodbye to September and welcome the Fall season, I’m excited to update you on the incredible progress we’ve made together in Ward 3. From major community events to significant improvements, I’ve been working hard to ensure our neighborhoods continue to thrive. I’m especially excited to see families enjoying the newly renovated Santiago … Continued
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana invites the community to join in the celebration of its third annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., from 4 to 8 p.m. This beloved festival highlights Asian cultures and honors Santa Ana’s vibrant Vietnamese community. The Mid-Autumn … Continued
Santa Ana’s newest affordable community provides housing for extremely low-income families and people experiencing homelessness Santa Ana, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana and County of Orange on Sept. 26 celebrated the grand opening of The Crossroads at Washington, an 86-unit, affordable development for extremely low-income families and people experiencing homelessness. Located at 1136 … Continued
SANTA ANA, Calif. – During the 2024 Fiestas Patrias celebration, Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua proudly presented a Key to the City to Mayor Dr. Manuel Gálvez Sánchez from Sahuayo, Michoacán, Mexico, commemorating the ongoing Sister City relationship between the two municipalities. The ceremony took place on September 14 alongside members of both city councils … Continued
The City Council approved a resolution backing the ballot initiative at their September 17 meeting. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council adopted a resolution by majority vote in support of Proposition 36: the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act Initiative, which will appear on the November 5, 2024, general election ballot. … Continued
Dear Friends, As we step into September, a month rich with reflection and celebration, I want to take a moment to acknowledge two important dates—Labor Day and the anniversary of 9/11. These days remind us of the strength, resilience, and unity that define our community. They also serve as a powerful reminder of the … Continued
Sign up for my newsletter Official newsletter of Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. Keeping the community informed about local events, City news, and resources. Dear Neighbors, Monday, September 2, 2024, is Labor Day. I want to take a moment to honor and celebrate the workers who make our beautiful country what it is today. Fall … Continued
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana’s vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 44th annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade with a return to the Downtown Santa Ana historic district. The Fiestas Patrias festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 12 to … Continued
