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Ward 3 Newsletter: October 2024

Posted on October 22, 2024

As the weather cools down and we welcome October, I can't help but look forward to cozy sweaters, warm coats, and my favorite—pumpkin pie! This season is all about comfort and community, and I’m excited to share updates on our continued work in economic development, community investments, and keeping Ward 3 residents informed about important...

Public input needed on Consolidated Plan for HUD funding

Posted on October 21, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is developing the FY 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) for the use of $41.7 million in CDBG, HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds. Public input is needed on how the City should spend this federal money for resources such as affordable housing, infrastructure and public services....

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Street closures and permitted events for October 17-23

Posted on October 17, 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. Thursday, October 17 Street...

Celebrate the Day of the Dead (Día de Los Muertos) with Parks and Recreation on November 1

Posted on October 17, 2024

The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency will remember and rejoice passed loved ones at the third annual Día de Los Muertos: Magic of the Alters event. Hosted at the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center (816 E. Chestnut Ave.) on Friday, November 1 from 5-7:30 p.m., this cultural celebration will honor the historic tradition of...

map of intersection closure at Main St. and 3rd St.

Full intersection closure at Main St. & 3rd St., Oct. 23-27

Posted on October 17, 2024

Starting on Wednesday, October 23, there will be a full closure of the intersection at Main Street and 3rd Street in order to accommodate road construction work. The closure will be in place 24 hours a day through October 27, 2024. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times. Please follow detour signage....

Orange County Soccer Club to offer residents discounted Fiesta de Fútbol tickets for October 19 game

Posted on October 16, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce an expanded partnership with the Orange County Soccer Club (OCSC) through a “City of Santa Ana Fiesta de Fútbol Night” special event during the OCSC’s upcoming game on October 19, 2024, against New Mexico United. Discounted tickets are now available for Santa Ana residents to purchase....

Vietnamese Business Forum returns on October 23

Posted on October 16, 2024

Register now to learn more about starting and growing a business in Santa Ana. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana in partnership with the Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce and Little Saigon TV Network is proud to host the annual Vietnamese Business Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, at the...

Rendering of aerial view of the Related Bristol project.

Santa Ana City Council unanimously approves historic $2.9 billion Related Bristol mixed-use urban village

Posted on October 15, 2024

The project includes 3,750 residential units, 200 senior living units, a 250-room hotel, 350,000 square feet of commercial space, and 13.1 acres of open space. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has approved the largest and most expensive mixed-use, master planned development in the city’s history, the 41-acre, $2.9 billion Related Bristol...

ROVE opens first electric vehicle charging center in Santa Ana

Posted on October 15, 2024

On Tuesday, Oct. 15, we celebrated the grand opening of ROVE, Santa Ana’s first electric vehicle charging center, and the first of 10 planned locations in the region. This innovative center features 40 covered EV charging stations and a ReCharge by Gelson’s market on site, where customers can shop while charging their cars — and...

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City staff participate in Walk to School Day

Posted on October 15, 2024

Staff from the City of Santa Ana Public Works Traffic Engineering Department along with other City staff joined students at Washington Elementary for Walk to School Day on October 9. The City team demonstrated to the students how to use the crosswalk and cross the street safely. The Public Works “Cone Head Team” were enthusiastically...

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

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...