In this edition of the COSAS newsletter, In this edition of the COSAS newsletter, learn about how we’re bringing in state and federal money, share your ideas on our Zoning Code Update, visit the Library’s Knowledge Mobile, and join a huge variety of fun and helpful events, including: bike riding classes, CPR training, renter protections...
The Work Experience (WEX) program offers businesses a no-cost opportunity to attract new talent while helping individuals with limited or no work experience build valuable job skills. The program is designed to support participants on their path to unsubsidized employment and long-term self-sufficiency. Through WEX, businesses can provide up to 40 hours of hands-on training...
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. Friday, July 12 Heritage...
During hot summer days, please remember to drink lots of water, limit activity outside, and go to our community centers, senior centers or Newhope Branch Library if you need to cool down. Santa Ana Main Library is closed for renovations, but the Newhope Branch Library has extended hours. Facility Hours ADA Accessible? Animals Allowed? Garfield...
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, As your Mayor, public safety and the quality of life for our residents have been two of my top priorities. Everyone deserves to feel safe no matter what neighborhood...
This section works with developers and property owners to facilitate new development in the city and implement the City’s commercial cannabis ordinances.
The SoCal Gas Company plans to start paving activities on Main Street between Walnut Street and McFadden Avenue on Monday, July 15 through 31, 2024. During the road construction activities, there will only be one traffic lane open in both northbound and southbound directions on Main Street between Walnut Street and McFadden Avenue from 9...
Transit Zoning Code (SD-84) Update - Permanent Regulations The moratorium on the approval, commencement, establishment, relocation, or expansion of industrial uses within the Transit Zoning Code, Specific Development No. 84 (SD-84) expired on April 15, 2025 and is no longer in effect. Update: The City Council approved the Transit Zoning Code (SD-84) permanent regulations on...
La Placita Cinco and Santa Ana Arts Collective were among 113 projects included in the entire country. SANTA ANA, Calif. – Harvard University’s inaugural housing design book features two Santa Ana adaptive reuse residential projects, which are among just 113 housing projects nationwide included in the book. “The State of Housing Design 2023” by the...
Below is a list of initiatives & programs being led by the Planning Division. The intent is to implement the goals and policies of the City’s General Plan which was recently comprehensively updated in 2022. The Santa Ana General Plan provides long-term policy direction to guide the physical development, quality of life, economic health, and...
If you are a business that is facing layoffs or closure, the Santa Ana WORK Center's Rapid Response team can partner with you to ensure a smooth transition for your business and employees. Our Rapid Response team provides immediate on-site or virtual services to help workers face job losses. How to schedule a Rapid Response...
The Santa Ana WORK Center is proud to offer its On-the-Job Training (OJT) program, which helps employers by reimbursing up to 50% of a trainee’s hourly wage for up to 1,040 hours. Employers must provide participants with job opportunities that offer the knowledge and skills essential for successful job performance, along with appropriate guidance and...
On June 24, 2024, at the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) 2024 Western District Annual Meeting, City of Santa Ana Public Works Senior Traffic Engineer, Cesar Rodriguez gave an captivating presentation on the “Comprehensive Street Lighting Master Planning: Transforming Urban Transportation and Enhancing Safety – A Case Study in Santa Ana”. The presentation provided insights...
