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Ward 5 Newsletter: July 2024

Posted on July 25, 2024

Dear neighbors, Welcome back to Ward 5’s newsletter! It’s been a while since we last connected, and I want to bring all of you up to date with everything we’ve been able to accomplish in the nearly four years together. Every one of you has played an important role by voicing your opinion and fighting...

Ward 3 Newsletter: July 2024

Posted on July 25, 2024

Santa Ana knows how to let freedom ring! I hope you had the opportunity to attend one of our many Fourth of July events, celebrating family, friends, and our independence. A huge thanks to all the neighborhood associations and volunteers who made these celebrations possible! As we embrace the warmth and joy of summer, let's...

Mayor’s newsletter: July 2024

Posted on July 10, 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, As your Mayor, public safety and the quality of life for our residents have been two of my top priorities. Everyone deserves to feel safe no matter what neighborhood...

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City of Santa Ana kicks off National Parks & Recreation Month with ribbon cutting ceremony for King Street pocket park

Posted on July 1, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana kicked off National Parks and Recreation Month by celebrating the completion of the King Street Urban Greening Project on Monday, July 1. The King Street project is a significant enhancement to the Artesia Pilar neighborhood, transforming a previously underutilized space into a vibrant 10,000-square-foot pocket park....

Candidate filing period opens July 15 for City of Santa Ana General Municipal Election

Posted on July 1, 2024

The General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The election will be for the Mayor, for a term of two (2) years; and three (3) Councilmember Ward Seats (Ward 1, Ward 3, and Ward 5), each for a term of four (4) years. The election will also be for four (4)...

City of Santa Ana issues notice of allowable rent increase effective September 1, 2024

Posted on June 28, 2024

The allowable rent increase for the period effective September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025, is 3% for units subject to the City of Santa Ana Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance. The Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance is a local law that limits rent increases to the lower of 3% per...

Ward 3 Newsletter: June 2024

Posted on June 28, 2024

June 2024 Happy Pride Month! 🌈 June is special to Team Lopez because we get to celebrate love, diversity, and unity. We especially love Pride Month because it gives us the opportunity to join supporters, advocates, and champions to walk in the annual OC Pride parade. It’s always an honor and joy to meet a...

Ward 1 newsletter: June 2024

Posted on June 28, 2024

Subscribe to my newsletter Dear Ward 1 Residents, It’s only been a few months, but we’ve been super busy with community events, clinics, and programs in Ward 1! As your public servant, seeing residents receive services they didn’t historically have access to such as free legal consultations, bringing free dental and vision check-ups to those...

Watch the 2024 State of the City

Posted on June 27, 2024

On June 27, 2024, the City of Santa Ana and Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2024 State of the City at Mater Dei High School. Mayor Valerie Amezcua and top City executives shared the City's accomplishments and vision for the future. Watch the State of the City main event below. https://youtu.be/xKW_ei7eNls?si=ls5rZy67mbBXJp36

City of Santa Ana wins $25 million federal grant for rail crossing project to improve traffic, pedestrian safety

Posted on June 26, 2024

Rep. Correa, Sen. Padilla announced the federal funding for the Santa Ana Boulevard Grade Separation Project. SANTA ANA, Calif. – Representative Lou Correa (D-Santa Ana) and Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif) have announced $25 million in federal funding for the City of Santa Ana for the Santa Ana Boulevard Grade Separation Project. Funding was secured through...

Santa Ana City Council unanimously approves 2024-25 budget

Posted on June 19, 2024

The budget includes more funding for youth programs, roads, public safety, and investments in City facilities. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has unanimously approved the 2024-25 City budget, adding a range of new programs sought by the community while making long-term investments in City roads and public facilities. “This balanced budget...

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City of Santa Ana announces expansion of youth employment program with $2 million grant

Posted on June 18, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana Community Development Agency is pleased to announce the expansion of the Santa Ana Youth (SAY) Employment Program, which will now provide paid public sector and non-profit work experience to 120 Santa Ana youth ages 16 to 30. This initiative is made possible through a $2 million...

City of Santa Ana moves to protect oldest neighborhoods from industrial pollution under historic environmental justice initiative

Posted on June 10, 2024

The Santa Ana City Council approved a moratorium on new industrial uses in affected areas. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana has suspended the permitting of new or expanded industrial activity near two of the City’s most historical neighborhoods that were built before zoning was a common practice. These historically disadvantaged neighborhoods...

Mayor’s newsletter: June 2024

Posted on June 4, 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 could not begin this month's Newsletter without honoring and celebrating our graduating class of 2024! As your Mayor, I am proud of all your hard work and dedication....

Ward 3 Newsletter: May 2024

Posted on May 30, 2024

May 2024 As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” Just as May brings the beauty of blooming flowers, it also brings the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the dedication of our public employees during Public Service Recognition Week. With this in mind, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our dedicated public employees...

City Hall closed, no street sweeping on Memorial Day

Posted on May 22, 2024

In observance of Memorial Day, Santa Ana City Hall, libraries, senior centers and community centers will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024. There will be no street sweeping, and trash collection will be delayed by one day. See the street sweeping holiday schedule for all of 2024 here.

Ward 2 newsletter: May 2024

Posted on May 13, 2024

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter Our Community Budget Priorities Survey deadline is near and we need all voices on deck! Are you a passionate resident who cares where our City funding goes? Are you interested in knowing where your tax dollars are going and would like to have an input on how the City...

Mayor’s newsletter: May 2024

Posted on May 7, 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, It’s officially spring, and our city is bustling with outdoor activities. This month’s newsletter provides up-to-date activities on fun outdoor activities and updates on important issues. Ongoing preparations are...

Santa Ana sees record development surge with $772 million permit valuation in 2023

Posted on April 23, 2024

The city is undergoing a transformation of new and innovative development. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana has reached a historic milestone in its development trajectory, issuing over 9,500 building permits for an all-time high construction valuation of $772 million in 2023. This remarkable achievement – more than double the construction valuation...

Santa Ana graduate receives prestigious Truman Scholarship

Posted on April 17, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Santa Ana native Diego A. Sarmiento has become the first Godinez High School graduate to be selected as a Truman Scholar by the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. The Truman Scholarship is the premier graduate scholarship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States. Mr. Sarmiento is a 2021 Godinez High...