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Street sweeping in Santa Ana is canceled on Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Posted on December 23, 2025

Street sweeping in Santa Ana is canceled on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, due to forecast rain. Trash service will continue as scheduled. There is no street sweeping on December 25, December 26 and January 1 in observance of the holidays. The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses at the...

Heavy rain forecast Dec. 23-25; free sandbags available

Posted on December 22, 2025

Be prepared for rain! Heavy rain is forecast December 23-25. Please drive safely, avoid flooded roads and limit travel if possible. The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business. The self-service sandbag station: City of Santa Ana Corporate...

Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for a Rezone Project in the City of Santa Ana

Posted on December 22, 2025

Project Description: The City proposes to continue the use of a 3.48-acre overflow parking lot for the Santa Ana Zoo, but with improvements including paving, marked spaces, and circulation lanes. The access road would be reconstructed, and the lot would provide 250 stalls including 200 standard stalls, 40 standard electric vehicle (EV) and 10 EV...
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Public Works wins Project of the Year Award for Downtown Flood Reduction and Stormwater Infiltration Project

Posted on December 22, 2025

On December 9, 2025, our Public Works Agency was awarded a BEST Project of the Year Award from the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the Downtown Flood Reduction and Stormwater Infiltration Project. The award recognizes projects that contribute to cleaner waterways and sustainable urban environments. The Downtown Flood Reduction and Stormwater Infiltration Project is...

Eastbound Edinger Avenue at Standard Avenue will be closed December 20

Posted on December 18, 2025

Eastbound Edinger Avenue will be closed at Standard Avenue on Saturday, December 20, for roadway repairs. Work is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please avoid the area and take alternate routes. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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City of Santa Ana celebrates new Santiago Park improvements

Posted on December 9, 2025

The $2.8 million project was funded by the California State Coastal Conservancy. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana celebrated the completion of the latest improvements at Santiago Park on Tuesday, Dec. 9, as part of its ongoing investment in this important community and ecological space along Santiago Creek. Santa Ana City Councilmembers...
Warner Avenue road closure and detour map for November 25, 2025.

Eastbound Warner Avenue closed November 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Posted on November 24, 2025

Eastbound Warner Avenue will be closed from Main Street to Maple Street for road improvements construction on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Access will be maintained to all local businesses via westbound Warner Avenue. Traffic will be detoured south on Main Street to east on Dyer Road to north on...

Prepare for rain: Free sandbags available for Santa Ana residents, businesses

Posted on November 12, 2025

Be prepared for rain! Heavy rain is forecast November 14-16. Free sandbags are available for Santa Ana residents and businesses at the City of Santa Ana Corporate Yard. The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business. The self-service sandbag...

Residential mosquito control treatments in Santa Ana on November 10-11

Posted on November 7, 2025

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District has informed us of upcoming mosquito control efforts to address an increase in mosquito abundance and the risk of mosquito-borne disease in Santa Ana. OCMVCD is scheduled to conduct treatments in the area around South Euclid Street and West McFadden Avenue on the dates and times below:...
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City breaks ground on $13.4 million Centennial Park Improvements Project

Posted on November 6, 2025

The City of Santa Ana held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Centennial Park Improvements Project on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Mayor Valerie Amezcua, Councilmember David Penaloza and Councilmember Thai Viet Phan spoke and joined in the ceremonial groundbreaking. Thank you to the community members who gathered to celebrate the new amenities and upgraded recreational spaces that...
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Court ruling supports City of Santa Ana’s efforts to curb illicit drug activity at businesses and restore safety on East 1st Street

Posted on November 4, 2025

Judge grants preliminary injunction in the City’s drug den abatement lawsuit. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana secured an important court victory on Nov. 3 that cracks down on nuisance businesses along East 1st Street to protect public safety and drive illegal drugs out of the community. Orange County Superior Court Judge...

Learn how the new turf watering ban impacts you

Posted on October 27, 2025

    Virtual “Lunch & Learn” on November 13, 2025 at 12–1 p.m.   California’s new water conservation law, AB 1572, will ban the use of potable (drinking) water to irrigate non-functional turf—decorative grass not used for recreation—at commercial, industrial, institutional (CII), and HOA common-area properties. The phased ban begins in 2027, giving property owners...
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Recycle Your Used Oil Filter and Get One for Free

Posted on October 23, 2025

Now through November 30, 2025, you can bring your used oil filter for recycling and receive a new oil filter for free at one of the following participating stores: O’Reilly Auto Parts 1312 W. Edinger Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92704 (714) 754-1432 Auto Zone 2413 W. 17th Street Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 554-1195 Free...
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City Council to honor Salvador Quintana with new park name

Posted on October 16, 2025

The Santa Ana City Council has chosen the name of our newest park at the corner of Bristol and Tolliver streets - Salvador Quintana Park. The new park will pay tribute to Salvador Quintana, whose life exemplified compassion, resilience and service. Salvador Quintana was a true Santa Ana hero who helped local families during WWII...

Street sweeping is canceled on Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Posted on October 14, 2025

Street sweeping in Santa Ana is canceled today, Oct. 14, 2025, due to rain. Trash service will continue as scheduled. The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses at the City Corporate Yard. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business. Self-service sandbag station location and...
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Heavy rain forecast October 13-14, free sandbags available

Posted on October 13, 2025

The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy rain with high winds and possible flooding beginning tonight, October 13, through Tuesday, October 14. A self-service sandbag station is available at the City of Santa Ana Corporate Yard. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business: City of Santa Ana Corporate Yard, 215 S....

Downtown street closures Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6 a.m. to midnight

Posted on October 10, 2025

Please plan ahead for road closures on 4th Street in the downtown area taking place this Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6 a.m. to midnight. Portions of the following intersections will be impacted by road closures for the following events: Welcome to Fooville (Event hours: 2–10 p.m.):  E. 4th Street and N. Birch Street  Patches &...
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Learn about our First Street redesign concepts and choose your favorite

Posted on October 9, 2025

We are Moving Forward on First Street!  After hearing from the community this summer, our Public Works Agency created eight design concepts to make the corridor safer and more accessible for everyone. If you missed the workshops, watch the videos below in English and Spanish about the design concepts and tell us which ones you...

Happy National Walk to School Day!

Posted on October 8, 2025

The Public Works Agency Traffic Engineering team joined Wilson Elementary for National Walk to School Day on Oct 8! 🚶‍♀️🎒 Students learned key road safety tips from our friendly Traffic Cones — because teaching kids how to walk and bike safely helps build safer communities for all! 👟🚦 #WalkToSchoolDay #RoadSafety #SafeRoutes #CityofSantaAna #PublicWorksAgency    
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New Memorial Park Aquatics Facility receives Design Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects Orange County Chapter (AIAOC)

Posted on October 2, 2025

The City of Santa Ana, in partnership with ELS Architecture and Urban Planning, is proud to announce that the new Memorial Park Aquatics Facility, currently under construction, has received a Design Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects, Orange County Chapter (AIAOC). The AIAOC Design Awards celebrate exceptional and innovative architectural achievements in Orange...
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