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Intersection closure at 5th and Bush Streets, March 6

Posted on March 2, 2023

There will be a full closure of the intersection at 5th Street and Bush Street to all through traffic from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, in order to accommodate construction work in the area. Please follow detour signage. Access to businesses will be maintained at all times. We recommend using alternate routes...

Street parking closure on Santa Ana Blvd., March 6 – 13, 2023

Posted on March 1, 2023

Starting as early as Monday, March 6, 2023, there will be street parking closures on the north side of Santa Ana Boulevard from Bristol Street to Western Avenue to accommodate a temporary westbound travel lane for approximately one week. Parking closures will be in effect 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Parking will be...

Bristol Street closed between 17th and 21st streets for power outage repair

Posted on March 1, 2023

North Bristol Street between 17th and 21st streets was closed in both directions on March 1, 2023, due to a traffic collision that caused a power outage. Southern California Edison repair crews are on the way and Bristol Street will be closed until the repairs are complete. Get power outage updates from SCE at https://www.sce.com/outage-center/check-outage-status.

Santa Ana Assembly Bill 1600 Development Fee Report Fiscal Year 2021‐2022

Posted on March 1, 2023

Government Code Section 66006 requires local agencies that collect development impact fees to prepare an annual notice detailing the status of those fees within 180 days after the last day of the fiscal year. This report is being published on the City’s website, in accordance with California Assembly Bill No. 1483. To review the annual...

Mayor’s newsletter: February 2023

Posted on February 28, 2023

Sign up for my newsletters Dear community, Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter! The purpose of this newsletter is to share with you about events in the community and City Hall. My goal is to develop a strong connection between the mayor’s office and our community, and this newsletter is an important part of...

Economic Development update – February 2023

Posted on February 24, 2023

Translate The City of Santa Ana's team of Economic Development Specialists are here to assist you with tools and resources for your business. For information about the City's Incentives, workforce training programs, site selection assistance, navigating City licenses and permits, and other services and programs, please visit our website. Visit our website The City will...

Court awards $41,651.47 in attorney’s fees and costs to City of Santa Ana against the Santa Ana Police Officers Association and Gerry Serrano

Posted on February 24, 2023

Santa Ana, Calif. – A court has ruled that the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) and its president, Gerry Serrano, must pay the City of Santa Ana $41,651.47 for defending against frivolous claims SAPOA and Mr. Serrano filed to silence the City of Santa Ana executive employees and stop them from doing their jobs...

Sewer repairs on Sunflower Avenue between S. Plaza Drive and Main Street

Posted on February 23, 2023

The Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) is rehabilitating over a mile of regional sewer pipe in the cities of Irvine, Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. Work will begin this month on Sunflower Avenue between S. Plaza Drive and Main Street near the South Coast Plaza shopping area. An epoxy will be applied to the...

Share your ideas with our budget survey and community budget meetings

Posted on February 23, 2023

The City of Santa Ana needs the public’s input on the 2023-24 budget. The Santa Ana community has an opportunity to share their ideas about which local programs and services are most important to them and how their tax dollars should be spent. The City of Santa Ana’s Finance and Management Services Agency is hosting...

Ward 1 newsletter: February 2023

Posted on February 23, 2023

Dear Ward 1 Residents, I hope you all had a wonderful New Year! Before turning to 2023, I wanted to make sure we acknowledge the closure of 2022 with some new colleagues on the dais—Councilmember Benjamin Vazquez in Ward 2 and Santa Ana’s first woman Mayor, Valerie Amezcua! It was a historic election, and I...

Springest open house flier at El Salvador Park on Mar. 25

Parks and Recreation hosting Spring Fest: Open House on March 25

Posted on February 23, 2023

In partnership with our Santa Ana Collaborative members, the Santa Ana Parks and Recreation Agency is hosting a new event to re-introduce Santa Ana recreation classes and programs! Join us in-person on Saturday, March 25th from 10:00am - 1:00pm at El Salvador Center. This FREE event is open to the community and provides an opportunity to...

Street closures and permitted events for Feb. 23 to March 1

Posted on February 23, 2023

Here are the locations of street closures for construction, permitted events, or other activities Feb. 23 to March 1 in Santa Ana so you can plan accordingly. Wednesday, February 22 - August 7 Traffic lanes will be reduced to one lane on First St. between Hickory St. and Grand Ave. in both westbound and eastbound...

Lane reductions on First Street between Hickory Street and Grand Avenue, Feb. 22-Aug. 7, 2023

Posted on February 21, 2023

Starting as early as Wednesday, February 22, 2023, traffic lanes will be reduced to one lane on First Street between Hickory Street and Grand Avenue in both westbound and eastbound directions. The lane reductions are due to construction on the slopes and will be in effect 24 hours a day through August 7, 2023. Please...

Inaugural Street Sign Toppers Helen M Shipp Way and Black History Square

Ceremonial street sign toppers honor Black history

Posted on February 16, 2023

Today we unveiled our first ceremonial street sign toppers as part of the new ceremonial street naming program created by the City Council. These first toppers recognize Santa Ana’s African-American heritage, coinciding with Black History Month. Willits Street from Fairview to Bristol streets now has the honorary name Helen M. Shipp Way, for the founder...

Permitted events and street closures Feb. 17-25

Posted on February 16, 2023

Here are the locations of permitted events and road closures for construction or other activities Feb. 17-25 in Santa Ana so you can plan accordingly. Friday, February 17 Friendship Park - Zoo Pop-Up 1:45 - 3:45 p.m. Event hours: 2 - 3:30 p.m. Saturday, February 18 Plaza Calle Cuatro - Event 3 - 10 p.m....

Girls basketball season registration to open February 22

Posted on February 16, 2023

The City of Santa Ana’s Girls Basketball Program is back! Don't miss your chance to sign up for an excitement filled season. Registrations will be opening February 22nd for the upcoming season, tentatively scheduled to run from March 20th to June 3rd. All registrations will take place in person at the Jerome Center. Space is...

Registration opens for adult kickball league

Posted on February 16, 2023

The Parks and Recreation Agency is excited to introduce Santa Ana's very first ever Adult co-ed kickball league! Test your skills and go head to head with the best kickball players in all of Santa Ana. Registration for teams opens on February 13 through March 17. This league allows a roster size of up to...

map of MacArthur Blvd. and Bear St. intersection closure

Intersection closure at MacArthur Blvd. and Bear St., Saturday, Feb. 18

Posted on February 15, 2023

On Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., the intersection will be closed at MacArthur Boulevard and Bear Street due to road construction. No turns in any direction will be allowed at this closed intersection during this time. Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times. Please follow detour signage....

Sports field at Bomo Koral Park closed through Feb. 20 – April 17, 2023

Posted on February 15, 2023

The sports field at Bomo Koral Park will be closed due to annual turf renovation starting Monday, February 20 through April 17, 2023. The fields will be fenced off completely and will not be open to the public. Bomo Koral Park is located at 900 W. MacArthur Boulevard in the City of Santa Ana. Please...