Category: City News

City of Santa Ana secures $963,000 in federal funding to enhance SMART program, diverting non-emergency calls away from 911 Police and Fire

SANTA ANA, Calif. – On Monday, Nov. 25, Congressman Lou Correa joined the Santa Ana City Council to present a ceremonial check commemorating a $963,000 federal allocation for the City of Santa Ana’s Alternative Response Program. This funding, allocated over three fiscal years, will expand the Santa Ana Multi-Disciplinary Response Teams (SMART), a critical initiative … Continued

Warren Bussey Square ceremonial street signs unveiled in joyous ceremony

On Thursday, November 21, the City of Santa Ana celebrated the unveiling of the Warren Bussey Square ceremonial street sign at the intersection of Walnut Street and Pacific Avenue. The sign honors the legacy of Warren Bussey, who opened the first Black-owned business in Santa Ana, and his tireless dedication to fostering a more inclusive, … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for November 21-27

Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Thursday, November 21 through … Continued

COSAS: City Manager’s newsletter for November 15, 2024

In this edition of the City Manager’s newsletter, watch the first episode of our Made in Santa Ana video series, learn about new housing projects, get notary services at City Hall, and find more Santa Ana news and events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight photo Día de Los Muertos: Magic of the Altars at Roosevelt-Walker Community … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for November 14-20

Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Friday, November 15 Bristol … Continued

High winds causing street sweeping delays

On November 6, 2024, the City of Santa Ana experienced the first Santa Ana Wind event of the fall season, resulting in significant tree damage and extraordinary large amounts of debris accumulation Citywide.  The City’s priority is to return to the clean conditions prior to the wind event as soon as possible. City Staff is … Continued

Jamboree and City of Santa Ana unveil new affordable housing motel conversion

Estrella Springs transforms underused Budget Inn into permanent supportive housing for veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness Santa Ana, Calif. – Local nonprofit housing developer Jamboree Housing Corporation and the City of Santa Ana hosted a grand opening celebration on Wednesday, November 13, for Estrella Springs, an adaptive reuse and rehabilitation development for veterans and others. … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for November 7-13

Below are the locations of these and other upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Friday, … Continued

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