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Ward 2 Newsletter: January 2026

Posted on January 8, 2026

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Dear Santaneros, Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a safe and joyful holiday season spent with loved ones. As your Mayor Pro Tem, I remain committed to uplifting the voices of our community and protecting the integrity of Ward 2 and our city. It is critical that we...
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Mayor’s Newsletter: January 2026

Posted on January 1, 2026

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, Happy New Year! I hope you and your families shared a joyful holiday season surrounded by loved ones, laughter, and meaningful time together. As we welcome 2026, I want...
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Ward 3 Newsletter: December 2025

Posted on December 25, 2025

As we wrap up 2025 and head into the New Year, I want to thank our community for an incredible year of partnership and progress. This month, our office has been busy supporting families with groceries, turkeys, shoes, and City resources, taking part in park cleanups and community events, and advocating in Council meetings for...
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City of Santa Ana celebrates grand opening of River’s Edge at Santa Ana Zoo

Posted on December 22, 2025

The $8.6 million project is the most expansive in the Zoo’s history and provides habitats for river otters and three species of monkeys.SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana celebrated the grand opening of River’s Edge, Santa Ana Zoo’s most expansive and innovative habitat ever, on Saturday, Dec. 20, marking a major milestone...
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Ward 2 Newsletter: December 2025

Posted on December 15, 2025

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Dear Santaneros, This year has had its challenges, but if I had to capture it in one word, it would be community. Time and time again, I’ve witnessed the unwavering strength of our people — showing up for one another, standing together, and proving what makes Santa Ana so...
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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...
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Mayor’s Newsletter: December 2025

Posted on December 5, 2025

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, Happy Holidays! November was filled with special moments as our community came together to celebrate and support one another through a variety of special events. We kicked off the...
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City of Santa Ana unveils ‘Sister Cities’ mural in partnership with Sahuayo, Mexico

Posted on November 15, 2025

Artists from the two cities collaborated on the artwork at Plaza Calle Cuatro in Downtown Santa Ana. SANTA ANA, Calif. – Sister cities Santa Ana, California, and Sahuayo, Michoacán, unveiled a new mural at Plaza Calle Cuatro on Saturday, Nov. 15, that celebrates their partnership, shared stories and unique cultural traditions. The artwork features two...
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Ward 5 Newsletter: November 2025

Posted on November 13, 2025

Dear Ward 5 neighbors, I hope you all enjoyed the Halloween season and the festivities that came with it. My office and I participated in a few Trunk or Treats in the Willard Neighborhood and Artesia Pilar. We also set up an ofrenda during our annual Noche de Altares celebration. These were incredibly fun and...
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Ward 3 Newsletter: October/November 2025

Posted on November 10, 2025

Dear Neighbors, Hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween! I want to thank all of the incredible neighborhoods in Ward 3 that came together to make this year’s celebrations so special for our kids. As someone born and raised here in Santa Ana, I vividly remember walking through some of these same neighborhoods as...
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Mayor’s Newsletter: November 2025

Posted on November 6, 2025

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, This past month has been full of celebrations that truly highlight Santa Ana's heart. From the Taste of Santa Ana to the Police Department’s Trunk or Treat and the...
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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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Ward 2 Newsletter: November 2025

Posted on November 6, 2025

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Dear Santaneros, November reminds us of all we have to be thankful for — our families, our neighbors, and the strong sense of community that makes Santa Ana such a special place to call home. With the holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to come together, lend a helping...
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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...
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Watch the 2025 State of the City Address

Posted on November 3, 2025

Mayor Valerie Amezcua delivered the 2025 State of the City address on Wednesday, Oct. 29, sharing Santa Ana’s progress, key accomplishments and vision for the future. Hosted by the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Santa Ana, the event showcased major infrastructure improvements, community-driven initiatives and upcoming projects that will strengthen...

Food assistance available for the Santa Ana community

Posted on October 31, 2025

With possible delays of CalFresh (SNAP) food benefits due to the federal government shutdown, we are providing a list of food banks and other food assistance resources to help our community. 📍Delhi Community Center, 505 E. Central Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707; Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m. 📍Catholic Charities of OC: Doris Cantlay Food Distribution Center, 2020...
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Take our Community Priorities Survey to share your ideas about City programs and spending

Posted on October 29, 2025

The City of Santa Ana’s Community Priorities Survey invites residents to share their priorities for City spending. The survey will remain open year-round,  ensuring community input helps shape the City’s funding decisions. Survey responses received through early May will be shared with the City Council at the May Budget Work Study Sessions. The Community Priorities...
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Watch the Santa Ana State of the City 2025 livestream on October 29

Posted on October 28, 2025

Join us for the 2025 State of the City livestream! The City of Santa Ana invites you to join us for Mayor Valerie Amezcua’s 2025 State of the City address on Wednesday, Oct. 29, starting at 11 a.m., highlighting our City’s progress, key achievements and vision for the future. This event is hosted by the...
Santa Ana City Council adopts resolution in support of Proposition 50 to preserve California’s fair representation in Congress

Santa Ana City Council adopts resolution in support of Proposition 50 to preserve California’s fair representation in Congress

Posted on October 24, 2025

At their Oct. 21 meeting, the Santa Ana City Council adopted a resolution in support of Proposition 50 (2025), the Election Rigging Response Act, a legislative California constitutional amendment authorizing temporary changes to congressional district maps in response to partisan redistricting, appearing on the Nov. 4, 2025, statewide ballot.   Mid-decade redistricting actions outside the normal...
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Santa Ana City Council continues program to help residents affected by ICE

Posted on October 21, 2025

The Ayuda Sin Fronteras program provides help paying rent and utilities to people impacted by immigration enforcement. SANTA ANA, Calif. - The Santa Ana City Council on Tuesday, Oct. 21, unanimously directed the City Manager to continue the Ayuda Sin Fronteras program with at least an additional $100,000 in funding to support residents who have...
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