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Santa Ana Public Works responds to calls from high winds

Posted on November 20, 2023

Due to the current high winds with gusts exceeding 45 mph, the City’s Public Works Maintenance Services Division Team is actively responding to 100-plus calls for tree services, including removal of fallen trees, tree limbs and tree brush citywide. The Public Works staff is working quickly and will extend work hours through the evening to...

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...

Closure on EB 4th St. between Sycamore St. & Broadway, Nov. 17

Posted on November 15, 2023

OC Streetcar crews will continue to work on the Sycamore Street platform on 4th Street. To accommodate this work, the 4th Street eastbound lane between Sycamore Street and Broadway will be closed on Thursday, November 17, 2023, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please follow detour signage. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you...

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...

map of EB 4th St. closure between Spurgeon & French Streets

Closure on EB 4th St. between Spurgeon & French Streets. Nov. 15

Posted on November 14, 2023

On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, OC Streetcar crews will be working on the French Street platform on 4th Street. To accommodate this work, the 4th Street eastbound lane between Spurgeon Street and French Street will be closed from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open eastbound lanes are available on 5th Street. Please follow detour signage. ...

Upcoming & Current Park Sport Fields Closures, Dec. 4 – Feb. 13, 2024

Posted on November 14, 2023

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...

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....

map of 5th closure between Main St. and Bush St.

Closure on 5th St. between Main St. and Bush St., Nov. 13 – 14

Posted on November 9, 2023

On Monday, November 13, 2023, starting at 9 p.m., there will be a full closure on 5th Street between Main Street and Bush Street to all through traffic due to roadwork. This closure will be in place until 4 a.m. on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Access to businesses will be maintained at all times. Please follow...

Local art featured on Main Street bus shelters

Posted on November 9, 2023

Bus riders can admire local artwork on South Main Street while they wait for their ride. The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency partnered with the Arts and Culture Commission to integrate public art into the community’s daily life along the South Main Street corridor. The Agency issued a Call for Public Art Proposals...

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...

map of closure on Bush St. between 5th St. and Santa Ana Blvd.

Closure on Bush St. between 5th St. and Santa Ana Blvd., Nov. 9

Posted on November 8, 2023

On Thursday, November 9, 2023, starting at 8 a.m., there will be a full closure on Bush Street between 5th Street and Santa Ana Boulevard to all through traffic due to roadwork. This closure will be in place until 5 p.m. on Thursday. Access to businesses will be maintained at all times. Please follow detour signage....

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...