Category: City News

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for July 28, 2023

In this edition of the City Manager’s newsletter, read about our police recruiting efforts, our first all-electric trash truck, how housing staff respond to the community, events happening throughout Santa Ana, and more! Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Concert in the Park at Rosita Park Photo Credit: Hiram U. To submit your own original photo … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for July 27 – August 2, 2023

Here 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. Friday, July 28 Santa Ana Zoo Brew at the Zoo – Event hours: 4 – 8 p.m. El Salvador Park Event hours: 7 – 10 p.m. Intersection … Continued

Republic Services and City of Santa Ana lead the charge with first electric recycling and waste collection truck in Orange County

Company’s First electric truck in California to service Santa Ana residents. Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a leader in the environmental services industry, and the City of Santa Ana launched the company’s first electric collection vehicle (EV) in Republic’s California fleet. An industry first for Orange County, this automated side-load electric collection truck has been … Continued

Santa Ana is first Orange County public agency to offer paid parental leave

City Council approves agreements with two City employee associations that provide the new benefit. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is the first public agency in Orange County to offer paid parental leave to eligible employees. Under Memoranda of Understanding approved by the Santa Ana City Council, over 100 employees who are … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for July 20 – 26, 2023

Here 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. Thursday, July 20 Rosita Park Concerts in the Park – Event hours: 5:30 – 9 p.m. Friday, July 21 El Salvador Park Event hours: 7 – 10 … Continued

Fiestas Patrias Parade applications open until Aug. 3

The Fiestas Patrias Parade is back and will be held on Sunday, Sept. 17! We are excited to welcome the community to participate in this celebration of Mexican independence and Hispanic heritage. The theme for this year’s parade is “Hispanic Heritage: Past to Present.” The parade will take place in conjunction with the annual Fiestas … Continued

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for July 14, 2023

In this edition of COSAS, read about the City’s approved budget, learn how we’re using $47 million in grants for safe school routes and a bikeway, help us name our new parks, participate in the Fiestas Patrias Parade, and find more Santa Ana news and fun events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Fourth of July … Continued

Vietnamese Business Forum draws crowd

 The City of Santa Ana Economic Development Division hosted a Vietnamese Business Forum on July 13, 2023, at the DoubleTree Hotel aimed at fostering collaboration, driving economic growth, and creating opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in Santa Ana. With the addition of our new Vietnamese Community Liaison in the City Manager’s Office, we were able to … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for July 13-19, 2023

Here 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. Friday, July 14 Portola Park Movies in the Park – Event hours: 5:30 – 10 p.m. El Salvador Park Event hours: 7 – 10 p.m. Saturday, July … Continued

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