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City-supported FX Residences offers critical housing to our most vulnerable residents

City of Santa Ana officials joined HomeAid Orange County for the opening of the FX Residences permanent supportive housing project on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The dedication brought together City and County leaders, housing agencies, and the business community to recognize the collaboration that will provide housing for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, with priority given to … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for December 5-11

Below 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. Friday, December 6 Bristol … Continued

Mayor’s newsletter: December 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. Happy Holidays, November to Remember: Celebrating Community and Reelection November was a whirlwind here in Santa Ana, filled with gratitude, celebration, and community spirit. I’m excited and humbled to share that … Continued

Shop Local, Shop Santa Ana On November 30, Small Business Saturday

SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana is excited to continue the Shop Local, Shop Santa Ana campaign showcasing the small businesses that make Santa Ana such a vibrant and unique community. This initiative aligns with the nationwide Small Business Saturday on November 30, and runs through the end of the year. Locally-owned … Continued

Ward 3 Newsletter: November 2024

Dear Neighbor, The election is over, and people are feeling a mix of emotions—some are relieved, others worried, and many are uncertain about what comes next. No matter how you’re feeling, one thing remains clear: our city stands against any form of bigotry. We are a community bound by more than just proximity. We are … Continued

Proposed needle distribution program WILL NOT operate in Santa Ana

The Harm Reduction Institute has withdrawn its application to distribute thousands of needles in the community. SANTA ANA, Calif. – The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) informed City of Santa Ana officials on Monday, Nov. 25, that the Harm Reduction Institute (HRI) had withdrawn its application from the Office of AIDS to operate a … Continued

City of Santa Ana secures $963,000 in federal funding to enhance SMART program, diverting non-emergency calls away from 911 Police and Fire

SANTA ANA, Calif. – On Monday, Nov. 25, Congressman Lou Correa joined the Santa Ana City Council to present a ceremonial check commemorating a $963,000 federal allocation for the City of Santa Ana’s Alternative Response Program. This funding, allocated over three fiscal years, will expand the Santa Ana Multi-Disciplinary Response Teams (SMART), a critical initiative … Continued

Rent Stabilization Newsletter – November 2024

News and Updates Sign up to receive important updates on the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance by clicking the link below. Sign up to receive updates Rent Stabilization Program Updates Eviction Prevention Program: Supporting Santa Ana Residents in Need The City of Santa Ana is committed to addressing the ongoing financial challenges faced … Continued

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