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Apply now for affordable apartments at The Rafferty

The Rafferty mixed-use luxury apartment development in downtown Santa Ana is now accepting applications for affordable housing units. The Rafferty has 218 residential units, including 11 affordable units that have been set aside for Very Low-income families at 50% of median income or below. The affordable units consist of 3 studios, 4 one-bedrooms and 4 … Continued

Mayor’s newsletter: January 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, I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are feeling refreshed and ready for the year ahead! In December, I closed out the year by collaborating with various … Continued

Santa Ana introduces the CommuniTEAM

Santa Ana welcomes its new community services mascots: the CommuniTEAM The City of Santa Ana voted to name the new mascots and the results are in! New year, new mascots! Introduced in late November of 2023, the Santa Ana’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency presented three mascots to the community: a red-crowned amazon parrot, … Continued

Rent stabilization newsletter – December 2023

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 Rental Registry Update Rental Units must be registered by December 31, 2023 The City of Santa Ana Rent Stabilization Division is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service … Continued

Street closures and permitted events for December 21-January 3

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, December 22 SB lane reductions on Red Hill Ave. between Edinger Ave. and Dyer Rd. for construction activity 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Through December 29 … Continued

Ward 2 newsletter: December 2023

Subscribe to the Ward 2 Newsletter It has been an honor to serve the City of Santa Ana and Ward 2 residents this past year. I have been humbled by your trust in my leadership. We are here to serve and protect the children, families and workers of Ward 2. The City Council adopted resolutions … Continued

Ward 1 newsletter: December 2023

Subscribe to my newsletter Dear Ward 1 Residents, As we start to close out another year, I can’t help but express how honored I am to be your Councilmember. 2023 has been a tough year, but instead of letting the challenges beat us down, it only strengthened our resolve!  I have continued to work with … Continued

Free sandbags available for Santa Ana residents, businesses

Be prepared for rain! The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business. The self-service sandbag station location and hours: City of Santa Ana Corporate Yard 215 S. Center St., Santa Ana 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. every day … Continued

COSAS: City Manager’s Newsletter for December 15, 2023

In the final edition of the City Manager’s newsletter in 2023, learn about new housing opportunities, get a $500 rebate on your vehicle purchase, and find lots of fun activities like winter camps for kids, dancing in the new year, and even reading to a dog! Subscribe to COSAS Spotlight Photo Sunset at Thornton Park … Continued

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