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Chicano heritage an educational celebration

Santa Ana Library to host Chicano Heritage Educational Celebration on August 29

Posted on August 23, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – On Thursday, Aug. 29, Santa Ana Public Library will host a Chicano Heritage Educational Celebration of Culture at the Library from 4 to 7:30 p.m. in the Santa Ana City Hall courtyard at 20 Civic Center Plaza. “We invite everyone in the community to join this educational event as we continue our...

Street closures and permitted events for August 22-28

Posted on August 22, 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, August 24 Memorial...

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West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in Santa Ana

Posted on August 19, 2024

The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District has confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in Santa Ana, in an area bordered by Garden Grove Boulevard, the Santa Ana River, Trask Avenue and Fairview Street. OC Vector Control inspectors will be out in the area to check known sources of mosquito breeding...

map of lane reductions on Civic Center Dr. between Fairview St. and Bristol St.

One lane only EB & WB Civic Center Dr. between Fairview St. & Bristol St., Aug. 20 – 30

Posted on August 19, 2024

Starting on Tuesday, August 20, there will be only one traffic lane in both eastbound and westbound directions on Civic Center Drive between Fairview Street and Bristol Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily until August 30, 2024. The lane reductions on Civic Center Drive are due to paving the bike lane for the...

Exercise program, Santa Ana Moves returns on September 3, 2024

Posted on August 19, 2024

The City of Santa Ana is excited to announce the return of the Santa Ana Moves program on September 3, 2024. Due to popular demand, the Parks and Recreation Agency will once again be opening the Santa Ana stadium for physical activities and pick-up games as part of the Santa Ana Moves program! Participants will...

Street closures and permitted events for August 15-21

Posted on August 15, 2024

Sports Fields reopened in Santa Ana Parks

Posted on August 15, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that the following City of Santa Ana Sports Fields have officially reopened, after completing essential turf maintenance! We cannot wait to welcome you back to enjoy the refreshed and revitalized space. Angels Community Park, 914 W. 3rd Street Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt Street Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Avenue...

Fiestas Patrias celebration at night with ferris wheel, crowd, and carnival games

44th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival and Parade will return to Downtown Santa Ana on September 14-15

Posted on August 14, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana will celebrate Mexican independence and commemorate Santa Ana’s vibrant Hispanic and Latino cultures at the 44th annual Fiestas Patrias festival and parade with a return to the Downtown Santa Ana historic district. The Fiestas Patrias festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 12 to...

map of SB closure between 4th St. and 5th St.

Closure on SB Ross St. between 5th St. and 4th St, Aug. 15 – 23

Posted on August 13, 2024

Starting as early as Thursday, August 15, 2024, the bicycle lane and the southbound lane on Ross Street between 5th Street and 4th Street will be closed. Southbound traffic will be directed to use the left turn lane at Ross Street and 4th Street to continue traveling south or to turn east onto 4th Street. ...

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Santa Ana office park to become industrial business complex in latest economic revitalization effort

Posted on August 12, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Three outdated office buildings and a vacant land parcel in south Santa Ana will be transformed into a modern industrial campus called the South Coast Technology Center that will revitalize business activity in the area. The approval is one of a number of major development projects currently undergoing entitlement review by...

Ward 1 newsletter: July and August 2024

Posted on August 9, 2024

Subscribe to my newsletter Dear Ward 1 Residents, Summer is in full swing and it’s just been abuzz with activities! I’m so excited that we have a great team in Ward 1 to bring services, programs, and information to residents. It has always been my goal to make sure that the Westside is a bigger...

Street closures and permitted events for August 8-14

Posted on August 8, 2024

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Park sports fields closures through September 30, 2024

Posted on August 7, 2024

To effectively provide and sufficiently maintain City athletic fields, scheduled rotating field closures occur during the year for turf recovery, field maintenance, and overall improvements. Understanding that our valued sports organizations desire optimum use of City athletic fields, the City coordinates the schedule with the various sports leagues to minimize the impact. The sports fields...

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Santa Ana Council Unanimously Appoints Next City Manager; Long-Time Santa Ana Resident to Lead the Municipal Organization

Posted on August 7, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council is pleased to announce the unanimous appointment of long-time Santa Ana resident and tenured local government executive Alvaro Nuñez as the next City Manager of Santa Ana. Mr. Nuñez, who has been serving as the Acting City Manager as of March 25, joined the City of...

Mayor’s newsletter: August 2024

Posted on August 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, Although it is still summertime, back-to-school season is here! I want to extend my best wishes to all our teachers, students, and parents for a great school year! To...

Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park, located at 2115 W McFadden Avenue, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Volunteers needed for annual Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day

Posted on August 7, 2024

Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day is your chance to give back to the ocean, beaches, and creeks that make Orange County such a beautiful place to live. The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency is hosting an Inner-Coastal Cleanup Day event at Jerome Park, located at 2115 W McFadden Avenue, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from...

New PBx service offers same-day express permits for many residential and commercial projects

Posted on August 6, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana Planning and Building Agency has launched a same-day express permit service for certain residential and commercial projects. Called PBx, this service allows residents, contractors and others to get same-day permits at the Building Safety Division counter in Santa Ana City Hall for projects that do not...

Santa Ana to celebrate Chicano Heritage Month with festival August 11, educational celebration August 29

Posted on August 5, 2024

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is celebrating Chicano Heritage Month with music, art, culture and education at two amazing community events on Aug. 11 and Aug. 29. On Sunday, Aug. 11, the third annual Chicano Heritage Festival will feature family-friendly activities, live entertainment, a car cruise and show, food, exhibitors, and...

map of closure westbound on 3rd Street between Spurgeon and French

Westbound closure and no parking on 3rd Street between Spurgeon and French Streets, Aug. 5-9

Posted on August 5, 2024

Starting on Monday, August 5, through Friday, August 9, 2024, there will be a full westbound closure to through traffic on Third Street between Spurgeon Street and French Street. In addition, there will be no parking allowed on Third Street between Spurgeon Street and French Street. The westbound closure and no parking will be in...