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map of intersection closure at Washington & Spurgeon

Full intersection closure at Washington Ave. & Spurgeon St., Oct. 15-25

Posted on October 15, 2024

In order to accommodate road construction work in the area, there is currently a full closure of the intersection at Washington Avenue and Spurgeon Street. The closure will be in place 24 hours a day through October 25, 2024. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times. Please follow detour signage. We recommend...

A street sign that says "Honorary Virginia and William Guzman Way."

Civil rights pioneers Virginia and William Guzman honored with ceremonial street signs

Posted on October 14, 2024

On October 10, 2024, the City of Santa Ana unveiled the new Virginia & William Guzman Way ceremonial street signs during an emotional and historic event attended by elected officials and members of four families involved in the landmark Mendez v. Westminster case. These signs located on Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific...

Street closures and permitted events for October 10-16

Posted on October 10, 2024

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. If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears. Friday, October 11 through...

map of SB Harbor Blvd. between Garry Ave. and MacArthur Blvd.

One lane only SB Harbor Blvd. between Garry Ave. and MacArthur Blvd., Oct. 14-30

Posted on October 9, 2024

Starting on Monday, October 14, there will be only one traffic lane southbound Harbor Boulevard between Garry Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard, 24 hours a day until October 30, 2024. The lane reductions on southbound Harbor Boulevard are due to road construction. We recommend using alternate routes or plan for possible delays since the lane reductions...

Parks and Recreation hosting second annual Spooktacular Open House on October 19

Posted on October 8, 2024

In coordination with our Santa Ana Collaborative members, the Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency hosts its second annual Spooktacular Open House on Saturday, October 19 from 2-5 p.m. at the Jerome Center. Celebrate the Halloween holiday as a community and learn about recreation classes and programs available year-round! In addition to providing...

map of intersection of Main St. and Warner Ave.

Traffic lights shutdown at Main St. and Warner Ave. intersection on Oct. 8

Posted on October 7, 2024

On Tuesday, October 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the traffic signal lights at the intersection of Main Street and Warner Avenue will be shut down in all directions for the installation of new traffic signals. Temporary four-way stop signs will be installed in all directions of the intersection during the signal light shutdown....

Explore new career paths at OWA Regional Career Expo on October 9

Posted on October 7, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Are you ready to take the next step in your career? The Santa Ana Work Center is a partner at the Orange Workforce Alliance Regional Career Expo this week where attendees can meet top employers and explore new career paths. The OWA Regional Career Expo will take place on Wednesday, Oct....

Street closures and permitted events for October 3-9

Posted on October 3, 2024

Mayor’s newsletter: October 2024

Posted on October 2, 2024

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, I hope everyone enjoyed the 44th annual Fiestas Patrias event! It was truly wonderful to see so many of you come together for this fantastic family-friendly celebration. The weekend...

map of intersection closure at sycamore St. & Wilshire St.

Intersection closure at Sycamore St. and Wilshire St., Oct. 7 – Nov. 15

Posted on October 2, 2024

Starting on Monday, October 7 – November 15, 2024, there will be a full intersection closure at Sycamore Street and Wilshire Street due to street construction. The closure will be 24 hours each day. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained at all times. Please follow detour signage. We recommend using alternate routes or plan...

Ward 3 Newsletter: September 2024

Posted on September 30, 2024

As we say goodbye to September and welcome the Fall season, I'm excited to update you on the incredible progress we've made together in Ward 3. From major community events to significant improvements, I've been working hard to ensure our neighborhoods continue to thrive. I'm especially excited to see families enjoying the newly renovated Santiago...

Santa Ana to celebrate third annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, October 5

Posted on September 30, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana invites the community to join in the celebration of its third annual Mid-Autumn Festival on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, at Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., from 4 to 8 p.m. This beloved festival highlights Asian cultures and honors Santa Ana’s vibrant Vietnamese community. The Mid-Autumn...

Full street closure on French St. between 9th St. and Vance St., Oct. 1 – 2, 2024

Posted on September 30, 2024

On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. the next day October 2, 2024, there will be a full street closure on French Street between 9th Street and Vance Street due to street improvements as part of Project 24-6907 – Local Street Preventative Maintenance FY 23-24. Access to residences will be maintained....

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City of Santa Ana and County of Orange open The Crossroads at Washington affordable housing community

Posted on September 27, 2024

Santa Ana’s newest affordable community provides housing for extremely low-income families and people experiencing homelessness Santa Ana, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana and County of Orange on Sept. 26 celebrated the grand opening of The Crossroads at Washington, an 86-unit, affordable development for extremely low-income families and people experiencing homelessness. Located at 1136...

Street closures and permitted events for September 26-October 2

Posted on September 26, 2024

A group of people stand on a stage holding a ceremonial key mounted on a plaque.

Santa Ana City Council gifts Key to the City to sister city Sahuayo, Mexico

Posted on September 26, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – During the 2024 Fiestas Patrias celebration, Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua proudly presented a Key to the City to Mayor Dr. Manuel Gálvez Sánchez from Sahuayo, Michoacán, Mexico, commemorating the ongoing Sister City relationship between the two municipalities. The ceremony took place on September 14 alongside members of both city councils...

map of one lane only NB & SB on Bristol Street between Alton Ave. & MacArthur Blvd.

One lane only both NB & SB Bristol St. between Alton Ave. & MacArthur Blvd., Oct. 3 & Oct. 5

Posted on September 25, 2024

On Thursday, October 3, from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. the next day, and again on October 5, 2024, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., there will be one traffic lane only both northbound and southbound on Bristol Street between Alton Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard due to paving activity. Access to businesses and residences will...