Dear Neighbors, Hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween! I want to thank all of the incredible neighborhoods in Ward 3 that came together to make this year’s celebrations so special for our kids. As someone born and raised here in Santa Ana, I vividly remember walking through some of these same neighborhoods as … Continued
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District has informed us of upcoming mosquito control efforts to address an increase in mosquito abundance and the risk of mosquito-borne disease in Santa Ana. OCMVCD is scheduled to conduct treatments in the area around South Euclid Street and West McFadden Avenue on the dates and times below: … 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, This past month has been full of celebrations that truly highlight Santa Ana’s heart. From the Taste of Santa Ana to the Police Department’s Trunk or Treat and the … Continued
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
Due to construction, the Santiago Park Archery Range (2871 E. Memory Ln.) will be closed Friday, November 14, 2025 and will reopen next operating day. To learn more about the Archery Range, please visit www.santa-ana.org/santiago-park-archery-range/. For inquiries, please contact parksandrecreation@santa-ana.org.
Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Dear Santaneros, November reminds us of all we have to be thankful for — our families, our neighbors, and the strong sense of community that makes Santa Ana such a special place to call home. With the holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to come together, lend a helping … 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
In the October 31, 2025, edition of COSAS (City of Santa Ana Stories), watch Mayor Valerie Amezcua’s 2025 State of the City address, get food and immigration assistance, recycle old oil and pumpkins, find tons of fun Day of the Dead events (and downtown street closures) this weekend, and get more Santa Ana news, events … 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
