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Ward 3 Newsletter: November 2023

Posted on November 23, 2023

November 2023 Hello Ward 3 neighbors, As we step into the pages of November, a new chapter unfolds in Ward 3 and our vibrant city. In this newsletter, we embark on a journey to share the latest happenings, upcoming events, and the remarkable initiatives championed by our community and office. While we cannot capture every...

Santa Ana Winter Village returns to the heart of O.C., bringing outdoor ice skating and holiday festivities

Posted on November 22, 2023

The City of Santa Ana will offer a public outdoor ice-skating rink during a month-long family-friendly event with holiday light shows, entertainment, food trucks and more. Local residents and visitors will soon be able to enjoy a surprising winter activity in famously warm and sunny Southern California: outdoor ice skating in a winter wonderland. Starting...

Street closures and permitted events for November 23-30

Posted on November 22, 2023

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. Friday, November 24 Chepas Park Santa Ana Zoo-Park Pop Up; Event hours: 2- 3 pm. Saturday, November 25 Plaza Calle Cuatro B&B Open Stage (music and art):...

Santa Ana City Council appoints Interim City Manager

Posted on November 21, 2023

Thomas R. Hatch will serve until a permanent City Manager is hired. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has appointed veteran municipal executive Thomas R. Hatch to serve as Interim City Manager, overseeing operations of one of the largest cities in Orange County and over 1,400 City employees. On Tuesday, Nov. 21,...

Name the new Parks and Recreation mascots

Posted on November 21, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency is excited to introduce three new mascots who were selected to represent the agency, and is asking for your help to name them. Over the next few weeks, a community poll will be conducted to select the names of the...

Street closures and permitted events for November 16-22

Posted on November 16, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Several large events are planned in downtown Santa Ana on Saturday. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, November 16 Closure on EB 4th St. between Sycamore St. and Broadway for construction 7...

Rendering of Crossroads at Washington apartments.

Apply now for the new Crossroads at Washington affordable housing community

Posted on November 15, 2023

The City of Santa Ana approved $4.6 million in loan agreements for the development of the Crossroads at Washington apartments, opening in spring 2024. The project is being built on City owned land under a 65-year ground lease. It will add over 80 favorable and contemporary apartment units, as Santa Ana continues to create new...

City of Santa Ana awarded grant for Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program from the Office of Traffic Safety

Posted on November 15, 2023

Santa Ana, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana announced today that it has received a $199,900 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program. This grant will allow us to promote safe practices for pedestrians and bicyclists and provide education about the importance of...

Tustin hangar fire update: Debris reporting hotline, safety tips

Posted on November 14, 2023

The City of Tustin is handling the emergency response to the Tustin hangar fire. Anyone who believes they have debris from the Tustin hangar fire incident, regardless of what city they reside in, is encouraged to utilize Tustin’s debris reporting form or call the debris hotline at 714-426-2444. The call center will be available from...

Santa Ana investing $10 million in affordable homeownership programs

Posted on November 13, 2023

The City of Santa Ana is making a historic $10 million investment in affordable homeownership opportunities to help residents achieve their dream of becoming a homeowner. The Santa Ana City Council approved the funding, which is the City’s largest single investment in affordable homeownership, on Oct. 17. The $10 million includes $7.7 million for the...

Orange County declares emergency due to former Tustin Marine Corps Air Station hangar fire

Posted on November 9, 2023

Nov. 13 Update: The City of Tustin is now handling the emergency response to the Tustin hangar fire. They have a new webpage where you can get updates about the current hangar fire conditions and other information and resources. The County of Orange released an important update on Nov. 9 about the Tustin hangar fire....

Mayor’s newsletter: November 2023

Posted on November 9, 2023

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, November brings the opportunity to show our appreciation and gratitude for those around us. One of the best parts about fall is participating in the amazing activities and events...

Street closures and permitted events for November 9-15

Posted on November 9, 2023

Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures so you can plan accordingly. Several large events are planned in downtown Santa Ana on Saturday. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events. Thursday, November 9 Closure on Bush St. between 5th St. and Santa Ana Blvd for roadwork...

Air quality alert due to Tustin hangar fire

Posted on November 9, 2023

County of Orange officials announced the smoke and contaminants from the hangar fire at Marine Corps Air Station Tustin may pose a health risk to some Orange County (OC) residents in the immediate and adjacent vicinity. The City of Santa Ana is in contact with County health and emergency officials and other agencies and will...

2024-2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Service Application now available

Posted on November 8, 2023

The City of Santa Ana CDBG 2024-2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Service Application is available starting Wednesday, November 8, 2023. The application window will close on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 5 p.m. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is a flexible program that...

Done/doing update

Posted on November 7, 2023

Welcome to our done/doing update for the City of Santa Ana website. This is a recap of what we’ve done October 10 to November 7, 2023 and what we’re working on next. Done Fixed broken links on the Special Events page on Downtown Santa Ana, Economic division page. The Public Works department changed their main...

Celebrate Native American Heritage month at Thornton Park on Nov. 12

Posted on November 3, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Come together and celebrate indigenous cultures at the City of Santa Ana’s Native American Heritage Festival on Sunday, November 12, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Thornton Park. Visitors will enjoy Native American and Indigenous music, crafts, traditional song and dance, storytelling, and interactive experiences. This family-friendly festival will...

City of Santa Ana to host Plaza Navideña and downtown tree lighting ceremony on Nov. 18

Posted on November 3, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will kick off the holiday season by hosting the Plaza Navideña event on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, from 5 to 8 p.m. The traditional event will be held downtown at Plaza Calle Cuatro where the community can look forward to a decorated 30-foot natural fir tree,...