Category: City News

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for August 25, 2023

In this edition of the City Manager’s newsletter, learn about our response to Tropical Storm Hilary, check out the upcoming community workshop for our new aquatics facility, read about the patio that will be part of our library transformation, and find more Santa Ana news and events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Night out in … Continued

Main Library patio to become community and event space

The Main Library is undergoing a major transformation to preserve and enhance library facilities and services for the entire community. Over the next two years, the Main Library will be reimagined with a new interactive children’s learning area, modern building mechanicals, a complete restoration of its Italian marble façade, and a return to the building’s … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for August 24 – 30, 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. Saturday, August 26 East End Promenade Event hours: 12-6 p.m.  Plaza Calle Cuatro Event hours: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Event hours: 6-10 p.m. Madison Park Event … Continued

Ward 3 Special Recall Election set for Tuesday, November 14

An election will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, for Ward 3 registered voters to determine if Councilmember Jessie Lopez shall be recalled (removed) from office. This election date was set by the Santa Ana City Council, pursuant to the California Elections Code, following the certification of sufficiency of the recall petition. Information on … Continued

Public Works Agency assists residents, cleans up after Tropical Storm Hilary

The City of Santa Ana Public Works team stayed busy during Tropical Storm Hilary’s passing over Southern California this weekend. From Friday through the weekend, up to 40 City employees and contractors responded by assisting over 1,100 Santa Ana households, distributing 11,000 sandbags and over 200 tons of sand.  The City received over 70 reports … Continued

Tropical storm warning issued for Santa Ana; sandbags available for public

Updated at 5 p.m. Aug. 20. Continuing our commitment to community safety, City of Santa Ana staff have been working through the storm to continue to provide free sandbags to the public and to monitor and respond to any storm-related issues.   Fortunately, we have not observed or received reports of major flooding in streets, … Continued

Santa Ana launches Rental Registry for landlords

Landlords are required to register rental units pursuant to the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance. Effective November 18, 2022, the City of Santa Ana enacted the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance (“Ordinance”) to regulate rent increases and evictions for certain rental properties and mobilehome spaces. Under the Ordinance, the City must … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for August 17- 23

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, August 17 Lane reduction on Sunflower Ave between South Plaza Drive and Main Street due to street construction activity 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. at night … Continued

Santa Ana to celebrate Chicano Heritage Festival on August 27

Come together as a community and celebrate Chicano Heritage Month on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a car cruise and show, food, exhibitors, carnival rides, and more! The City of Santa Ana’s annual Chicano Heritage Festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at El Salvador Park, 1825 W. … Continued

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