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Mayor Valerie Amezcua addresses City of Santa Ana joining federal immigration lawsuit

Posted on July 17, 2025

https://youtu.be/vDFXMq8BKgc?si=Q9u-VaIJqxg7-n0l This week, the Santa Ana City Council voted to join a federal immigration lawsuit to protect residents from unconstitutional immigration enforcement actions. Mayor Valerie Amezcua explains more about the lawsuit and other actions taken by the City Council to address ICE operations in our community in this video. Read more about the Council's...

City of Santa Ana joins federal lawsuit to protect residents from unconstitutional immigration enforcement actions

Posted on July 15, 2025

The City of Santa Ana is committed to safeguarding the rights, dignity, and safety of all its residents. SANTA ANA, Calif. — The Santa Ana City Council voted today to join the City of Los Angeles, the County of Los Angeles, and several other cities as part of a federal lawsuit, Vasquez Perdomo v. Noem,...

Temporary pump track comes to Centennial Park this summer

Posted on July 14, 2025

Get ready to ride! A temporary pump track is popping up at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave. (located near skate park), from Tuesday, July 15, 2025 through Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, grab your bike, skateboard, scooter, wheelchair or rollerblades and test your skills on this fun, rolling...

Republic Services resumes trash and recycling collection, working to pick up trash from last week

Posted on July 14, 2025

On Monday, July 14, Republic Services resumed regular trash and recycling collection following last week's delays due to a Republic labor strike. Republic is also providing extra drivers and vehicles to empty trash and recycling carts that weren’t collected over the past week. Residents should leave trash carts at the curb until they have been serviced....

Update on trash and recycling collection delays

Posted on July 12, 2025

Republic Services is working through the weekend to catch up on missed collections as quickly as possible. Residents are advised to leave trash carts out at the curb until they have been serviced. For questions, please contact Republic Services at 657-467-6220 or santaana@republicservices.com. For updates, please visit the City website.

Ward 2 newsletter: July 2025

Posted on July 11, 2025

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Dear Santaneros, Our community’s strength never wavers, and it makes me proud to see you stand in solidarity for and with each other. You continue to do the hard work — supporting one another through mutual aid, fundraising, helping vendors stay safe, and lending a hand with groceries, errands,...

Trashcans filled with trash placed on a curb.

Trash and recycling collection delayed due to Republic Services labor issues; street sweeping unaffected

Posted on July 9, 2025

July 12 Update: Republic Services is working through the weekend to catch up on missed collections as quickly as possible. Residents are advised to leave trash carts out at the curb until they have been serviced. For questions, please contact Republic Services at 657-467-6220 or santaana@republicservices.com. Due to labor issues at Republic Services, trash and...

A Message from the Office of the Mayor

Posted on July 8, 2025

Sign up for my newsletter Dear Neighbors, Santa Ana is a city built on resilience, family, and community. In difficult moments, we look out for one another, and this moment demands nothing less. Over the past month, our community has been deeply impacted by the presence of federal immigration enforcement and military personnel. I know...

Santa Ana City Council unanimously passes multiple actions affirming its commitment to its immigrant community

Posted on July 5, 2025

Santa Ana stands united and acts in response to current federal immigration enforcement actions that are negatively impacting the City. SANTA ANA, Calif. – In a united and urgent call to action, the Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved three separate actions on July 1, 2025. Resolution Documenting Immigration Enforcement Impacts and a Call for...

City of Santa Ana issues Notice of Allowable Rent Increase of 2.42% effective September 1, 2025

Posted on July 3, 2025

The City of Santa Ana has announced a 2.42% allowable rent increase effective from Sept. 1, 2025, to Aug. 31, 2026, under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance. This applies to certain residential units and mobile home spaces. For more information, please visit the Rent Stabilization website. If you have any questions, please contact the Rent Stabilization...

Santa Ana City Council unanimously approves contract with first Police Oversight Director

Posted on July 2, 2025

T. Jack Morse, Jr. of Oppenheimer Investigations Group LLP will serve in the role to support the Police Oversight Commission. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved a contract for a seasoned attorney and investigator to serve as the City’s first Police Oversight Director on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. T. Jack...

Paramedic subscription program available for Santa Ana residents

Posted on July 2, 2025

The City of Santa Ana is offering a voluntary paramedic subscription program designed to help residents save on emergency medical response costs. In an effort to curb the high cost of ambulance transport service, this annual subscription provides unlimited access to Santa Ana’s contracted emergency medical system for Santa Ana residents and those in their...

Scheduled sports field closures for maintenance through September

Posted on July 1, 2025

To effectively provide and sufficiently maintain City athletic fields, scheduled rotating field closures occur during the year for turf recovery, field maintenance, and overall improvements. Understanding that our valued sports organizations desire optimum use of City athletic fields, the City coordinates the schedule with the various sports leagues to minimize the impact. The sports fields...

Only ‘Safe and Sane’ fireworks are legal July 1-4

Posted on June 30, 2025

As the Independence Day holiday approaches, we would like to remind our community that only fireworks bearing the “Safe and Sane” seal are permitted to be used within the city limits July 1-4. The use of illegal fireworks may contribute to serious injuries and fires in our community. Possession and/or use of illegal fireworks is...

The summer edition of CULTURA magazine is here

Posted on June 30, 2025

The summer edition of CULTURA, Santa Ana’s official community magazine, is now available and filled with everything you need to enjoy the season! Inside, you’ll find a full program guide for Parks and Recreation, the Santa Ana Public Library, and the Santa Ana Zoo. You’ll also discover an events calendar and inspiring stories from around...

Newhope Library to temporarily close for renovations starting July 2

Posted on June 30, 2025

Exciting changes are coming to the Newhope Library! Beginning Wednesday, July 2, the library will close for a major renovation project that will bring new spaces and updated features. The renovation will include: New glass storefront style entrance and lobby New colorful and inviting building façade New Innovation Center to provide STEM learning opportunities Fully...

Sign up for adult and youth summer classes and programs

Posted on June 30, 2025

July is just around the corner, and so is a new season of fun with Santa Ana Parks and Recreation! Whether you're trying something new or building on a favorite hobby, our summer sessions offer exciting options for all ages. Explore art workshops, fitness classes, or enroll your child in Summer Splash Day Camp. There’s...

Santa Ana Zoo to stay open late in July

Posted on June 30, 2025

This July, enjoy extra time with your favorite animals as the Santa Ana Zoo extends its hours on weekends and select Wednesdays. Stay past the usual 5 p.m. closing time and experience the Zoo in a whole new way. Extended hours are included with regular admission. Weekend hours in July: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m....