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Street closures and permitted events for October 3-9

Posted on October 3, 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 3 One...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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....

Rent Stabilization Newsletter – September 2024

Posted on September 30, 2024

News and Updates Sign up to receive important updates on the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance by clicking the link below. Sign up to receive updates Rent Stabilization Program Updates Protect Your Family from Lead Paint Hazards - Free Removal Assistance Available for Property Owners & Tenants Orange County has introduced a new...
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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...
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Street closures and permitted events for September 26-October 2

Posted on September 26, 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, September 27  Jerome...

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for September 26, 2024

Posted on September 26, 2024

In the September 26, 2024, edition of our newsletter, check out photos and videos from Fiestas Patrias, join us for upcoming family events and informative workshops, sign up for the Library’s Fall Reading Program, and much more! Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Fiestas Patrias  Photo Credit: City Staff To submit your own original photo of...
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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...
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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...
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Donate to support your OCFA firefighters injured in crash

Posted on September 24, 2024

On Thursday, September 19, eight Orange County Fire Authority handcrew members were returning from battling the Airport Fire when they were involved in a rollover crash on a freeway in Irvine. Eight members were injured, including six who were critically injured and transported to area hospitals. The Orange County Professional Firefighters Association Local 3631 together...
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Santa Ana Inner-Coastal Clean-up removes 350 lbs. of trash & debris

Posted on September 23, 2024

The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency coordinated an Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park on Saturday, September 21, 2024.  Approximately 80 volunteers participated in the cleanup and removed an estimated 350 pounds of trash and debris from the Santa Ana Gardens flood control channel and adjacent alley, keeping that trash from flowing...
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Santa Ana City Council supports Proposition 36 to improve public safety and pathways to rehabilitation

Posted on September 20, 2024

The City Council approved a resolution backing the ballot initiative at their September 17 meeting. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council adopted a resolution by majority vote in support of Proposition 36: the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act Initiative, which will appear on the November 5, 2024, general election ballot....
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Apply to serve on Environmental and Transportation Commission and Measure X Committee

Posted on September 19, 2024

The City of Santa Ana has openings for anyone interested in serving on the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission or the Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee. These advisory groups provide valuable insights to the Santa Ana City Council through their recommendations.  The Measure X Committee acts in an advisory role to the City Council in...
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Street closures and permitted events for September 19-25

Posted on September 19, 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. Saturday, September 21 Rosita...

One lane only SB Bristol St. between Memory Lane and Santa Clara Ave., Sept. 17 – Oct. 31

Posted on September 16, 2024

Starting on Tuesday, September 17, there will be only one traffic lane southbound Bristol Street between Memory Lane and Santa Clara Avenue from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily until October 31, 2024.  The lane reductions on Bristol Street are due to construction activity for the new pipeline to pump well water to the John...

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for September 12, 2024

Posted on September 12, 2024

In this edition of the COSAS newsletter, find everything you need to know about the Fiestas Patrias festival and parade this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14-15, in Downtown Santa Ana! Plus more Santa Ana news and events. Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Painter painting storefront near Borchard Avenue. Photo Credit: Frankie Vera To submit your...
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Street closures and permitted events for September 12-18

Posted on September 12, 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, September 13, to...
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