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Dear Santaneros,
Our community’s strength never wavers, and it makes me proud to see you stand in solidarity for and with each other. You continue to do the hard work — supporting one another through mutual aid, fundraising, helping vendors stay safe, and lending a hand with groceries, errands, and rides. Your actions show what it truly means to be Santaneros. Please keep showing up for each other and creating safe spaces. I stand with you and will continue sharing resources and working alongside community leaders to support our people.
This newsletter includes resources for anyone impacted by the recent ICE raids — from legal aid to mutual aid and online help. For families with kids, our Santa Ana Public Library offers online tutoring, homework help, and the Zip Books program for free book delivery.
While we care for each other, please care for yourselves too. Free mental health services — virtual or in-person — are available for all Santa Ana residents, adults and youth alike. You deserve joy and peace.
Come connect and heal in our community gardens. Events like the Marigold Celebration, Water-Saving Workshops, and ReWild with Seed Bombs are great ways to gather, grow, and find peace together.
I’m also excited to share some good news — our new Delhi Library Branch is now open! It’s more than a library; inside, you’ll find a dedicated Knowledge Bar where visitors can get help with technology and information needs. Plus, the new outdoor patio offers play features and extra space for library programs, events, and community activities — making it a vibrant place for everyone to connect and learn. Be sure to get your Santa Ana Library card, and while you’re at it, borrow a pass and an Adventure Backpack to explore over 200 California State Parks for free.
We also had our first Central City Neighborhood Clean-Up Day — thank you to our Central City residents who made this event a great success and an opportunity for neighbors to declutter and build community. If you’d like to bring a clean-up to your neighborhood, please reach out — my office is happy to help you get started.
Thank you to everyone in Santa Ana for showing up for each other and your neighborhoods. From sharing resources and helping community members to hosting clean-ups and leading neighborhood initiatives, you are what makes our city strong and resilient.
Stay safe, keep looking out for one another, and know that I stand with you always.
In Solidarity,
Mayor Pro Tem Vazquez
Ward 2
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Crypress Fire Station
THANK YOU to the Pacific Park residents who came to speak out in support of the Cypress Fire Station at the Santa Ana City Council’s budget meeting! Because of your voice, you all were able to push for this. I’m so glad we’re finally excavating this building that’s been abandoned for nine years and bringing it back as an active space for our community. I look forward to seeing this project move forward and sharing updates with you all soon.
Press Conference: ICE OUT!
I am proud to have witnessed our community come together in unity and solidarity to protect our immigrant families. In recent months, ICE has created fear in our neighborhoods — in our own homes. But on June 10, I stood alongside many of my colleagues, the OC Rapid Response Network, and neighboring cities like Garden Grove, Costa Mesa, and Tustin to say: enough is enough!
We will not stand by silently. I will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with all of you in the streets, and I encourage you to keep raising your voices against injustices—especially when ICE targets our communities. I stand with residents, advocates, and leaders from Santa Ana, Garden Grove, Tustin, Costa Mesa, and beyond who are calling for dignity, compassion, and protection for all.
I do not support nor condone ICE operating in our state — especially not in our city. We have every right to speak out during times of injustice, and together, as Santaneros, we have the power to protect one another and build a city where everyone feels safe.
To my immigrant families who are living in fear: we see you. We stand with you. You are not alone. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office. We are here to help, support, and connect you with trusted resources and legal guidance.
El pueblo unido jamás será vencido.
Contact my office:
Know Your Rights Immigration resources
It’s important for everyone to know their rights, especially when it comes to immigration matters. Below are valuable resources that can provide support, guidance, and legal assistance for immigrants. Whether you need help understanding your rights or seeking legal representation, these organizations are here to assist you.
Immigration Law Defenders
What We Do: Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a next-generation social justice law firm that defends our immigrant communities against injustices in the immigration system.
Resources:
- Family Preparedness
- Advice for ICE Check-In aPPOINTMENTS
- If a Family Member is Detained (SPAN)
- Know Your Rights-ICE at Courthouse
- Fee Waiver (I-912 Form)
- How To Replace Green Card
- Orange County: Santa Ana Deportation Defense Fund
- Find More Resources HERE | IMMDEF
- Website: Immigrant Defenders Law Center
- Address: 634 S. Spring St. 10th Fl. Los Angeles, CA 90014
- Instagram: @immdef_lawcenter
National Immigration Center
What We Do: National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is one of the leading advocacy organizations in the U.S. dedicated to advancing and defending the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their loved ones.
Resources:
- What to Do if You Are Arrested or Detained by Immigration
- Know Your Rights: Trump’s Registration Requirement for Immigrants – NILC
- Tarjeta de Conozca Sus Derechos – NILC
- Immigrant and Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators and School Support Staff
- Resources| NILC
- Website: National Immigration Law Center
- Instagram: @nilc
Orange County Rapid Response Network (OCRRN)
What We Do: The Orange County Rapid Response Network (OCRRN) supports and protects immigrant communities through its Know Your Rights program, which educates residents on how to safely respond to immigration enforcement and access legal assistance. The network also offers emergency support, connects families with trusted legal resources, and ensures that everyone knows their rights — regardless of immigration status. If you or someone you know needs help, OCRRN is a vital resource for guidance and protection.
Resources:
- Family Preparedness Plan | Immigrant Legal Resource Center | ILRC
- Your Loved one just got Detained by ICE-Guide
- FREE Immigration Consultation Contacts
- Filming ICE – WITNESS
- A Guide for Employers: What to Do if Immigration Comes to Your Workplace – NILC
- Hotline: (714) 881-1558
- Email: casereferral@ocrapidresponse.com
- Website: OC Rapid Response Network
- Instagram: @OCRRN
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
What We Do: California’s largest immigration rights organization, founded in 1986. “CHIRLA organizes immigrants and their families to fight harmful policies and demand equity and justice from our government. Our organizers build power through forming new relationships, recruiting members, developing leaders, and planning campaigns to make a change.”
Resources:
- Low Wage Worker Organizing – The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
- Wise Up! – The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
- My Rights – The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
- Hotline: (888) 624-4752
- Address:2533 W. 3rd St., Suite 101, Los Angeles, California 90057
- Email: info@chirla.org
- Website: https://www.chirla.org/
- Instagram: @chirla_org
Know Your Rights: (Printable) Resources
Organized Power in Numbers
Red Cards
Orange County Justice Fund (OCJF)
Documents to have ready
- List of Important Documents
- HOW TO PREPARE YOUR FAMILY IN CASE OF AN IMMIGRATION EMERGENCY – TOOLKIT
Know Your Rights: Santa Ana Community Resources
Monarch Mercado – FREE market-artists-vendors-community resources & mutual aid
What We Do: A monthly gathering that centers on undocu-joy & love. Creating self-sustaining communities through mutual aid, entrepreneurship & healing practices. Come connect, support our undocumented immigrant community and bring any gently used clothes, items, basic needs, food donations to trade or give away!
Instagram: @MonarchMercado
El Centro Cultural Del México
What We Do: El Centro Cultural de México is dedicated to celebrating, preserving, and sharing the vibrant cultural heritage of our Mexican and Chicano communities here in Santa Ana. Through art, music, dance, workshops, and community gatherings, we create spaces where families, youth, and elders can connect, learn, and express themselves proudly. We believe culture is a living, breathing part of our daily lives — and we work to keep our traditions alive while uplifting new generations of artists, storytellers, and community leaders. Together, we build community, nurture cultural pride, and make sure our roots run deep for generations to come.
Instagram: @ElCentroCultural
Know Your Rights: Donations
Make a donation to support immigrant rights – Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
Black Immigrants Bail Fund – Orange County Rapid Response Network (OCRRN)
Make a donation to support Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) mission
Make a donation to support Immigrant rights – Immigrant Defenders Law Center
Immigrant Bond Donation
- In partnership with Immigrant Defenders Law Center
- 2025 Immigrant Bond Fund
- National Bail Fund Network
Know Your Rights: Bond Application
2025 Bond Fund Application- Orange County Justice Fund
Immigration Bond Freedom Fund- Community Justice Exchange
Black Immigrants Bail Fund Application
The Orange County Rapid Response Network (OCRRN) is dedicated to educating and empowering our immigrant community through its Know Your Rights initiative.
This program provides crucial information on how to safely interact with immigration enforcement, what to do if confronted by authorities, and how to access legal resources. OCRRN also offers emergency assistance, connects families with trusted legal aid, and ensures that residents are aware of their rights regardless of their immigration status. If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to OCRRN for guidance and protection.
Print your own Red Cards / Tarjetas Rojas | Immigrant Legal Resource Center | ILRC
National Immigration Law Center
Bristol-Tolliver Park Groundbreaking
I love the idea of creating a sanctuary — we need more spaces like this in our city. Our children and families deserve to feel safe and have places where they can be free, play, and enjoy themselves. Every child deserves to be safe in parks and areas of play, away from alleys and busy streets.
To Pico Lowell Neighborhood Association — thank you for pushing to get the basketball court funded. You’re all awesome to team up with. Thank you for uniting for Central Santa Ana, and I hope we see the Central Santa Ana Neighborhood Association active again soon!
Heninger Park Neighborhood Clean-Up #2
Heninger Park Neighbors! June marked a second successful neighborhood clean-up. A big thank you to our residents, Megan and Nicholas, for hosting — you guys are awesome. It makes me happy to see our neighbors work together to activate the City’s Neighborhood Clean-Up Program and put it to good use. Each neighborhood gets five free dumpsters per fiscal year, which reset in July. It’s an excellent way to declutter your home while also contributing to a cleaner, healthier community. I encourage you to connect with your neighborhood leaders to book these clean-ups and keep our neighborhoods clean!
Day Laborers Benefit Relief: Fundraiser Concert
I was happy to help organize this event for Mutual Aid fundraising for the National Day Laborer Organizing Network. La comunidad came out and SHOWED UP to support our gente, dancing the night away! A HUGE thank you to La Santa for contributing all ticket sales and part of the bar sales, and to our generous donors — Suavecito, Sad Boyz, Gunthers, Multi Team Staffing & Services, Tsui, Chris Garcia, and of course, thank you to everyone who came out and made this special night such a huge success! Joy is resistance — we must protect our joy and our community. The night was a beautiful mix of synthetic beats, regional sounds, Latino indie, hip hop/rap, and pura cumbiaaa!
✨ Total raised: $9,218.40 ✨
Check out the amazing lineup of artists and keep supporting them:
- DJ Kaboom
- DJ Nasty Nate
- DMAR
- Grupo Exalte
- LoverSonicos
- Valley Rats
- Jehmal Jones
Central City Neighborhood Clean Up
I am so happy we had our first neighborhood clean-up day in Central City! An enormous thank you to our constituent, Oscar, for hosting this clean-up. It’s so exciting to see another neighborhood getting active and participating in the City’s neighborhood clean-up program. Each neighborhood gets five free dumpsters per fiscal year, which reset every July. I encourage you to connect with your neighborhood leaders to book these clean-ups and keep our neighborhoods looking their best! Not sure who your neighborhood leader is? Reach out to my office — we’re more than happy to help coordinate a clean-up for your block!
Movies In The Park: Jerome Park
I am grateful that, during these challenging times, we can still have safe spaces where our community can come together, enjoy one another’s company, and escape the summer heat. Jerome Park recently hosted a wonderful Movies in the Park night, featuring “Inside Out 2.”
Parks & Recreation brought out their awesome RecreAuto mobile, Orange County Soccer Club joined us, and Project Kinship showed up for our youth with Inside Out-themed goodies, and we had a mini bubble pool. Many more organizations supported to make this an exciting Movies in the Park.
My team and I were there making sure families had access to resources on immigrant rights, safe spaces, community assistance, educational resources and more — because everyone deserves to feel safe and supported. We want everyone to know: you are not alone. If you ever need help or want to learn more about your rights and local resources, please reach out to my office — we’re here for you.
Thank you to everyone who came out to make this such a special night!
Santa Ana Public Library *NEW* Updates
Jerome Park Outdoor Library
Jerome Park Outdoor Library is looking good! Grass and landscape has been added and we are closing in to the completion of this new space for the community to enjoy! Featuring a book kiosk for borrowing and returning books, interactive, family-friendly areas, comfortable seating, and FREE Wi-Fi. Whether you’re doing homework, working remotely, or just looking for a quiet spot to read, take it outside and enjoy the fresh air and new amenities this space has to offer. Coming soon!
Delhi Library Branch
The long-awaited New Delhi Library is now open! Located inside the Delhi Center, check out our new branch as it includes:
- Innovative glass storefront-style entrance, modern furniture, interior finishes and fixtures
- Special “Knowledge Bar” area to assist patrons with technology and information needs
- New outdoor patio with play features and extra space for library programs, events, and activities
I am ecstatic that we have opened another library — making it our third in the city! And there’s still so much more to come. Libraries are an essential part of our community. They are full of opportunities for youth and community development, providing resources that help set our youth up for success in school, jobs, and extracurricular activities. They make our neighborhoods vibrant and connected.
The future is our youth, and it is crucial that we continue to invest in their growth. They deserve easy access to resources and opportunities that help them thrive.
Go visit this new, vibrant hub of learning, connection, and creativity
OC MUTUAL AID-Delhi Neighborhood y Libro Mobile
Need daily assistance — groceries, a ride, or bus support? Or want to give back?
OC Mutual Aid is here to help our most vulnerable neighbors and is accepting donations to keep our community strong.
LibroMobile is now a designated drop-off location! Scan the barcodes to get connected or to lend a hand. Let’s take care of each other!
Food Drive Distribution – SAUSD
Santa Ana Unified School District and FACE come together to bring a food distribution. No proof of income or citizenship is required – Everyone is welcome! Check in with your school to confirm as dates can be set to change.
Summer Splash Day Camp
It is still not too late to make a splash this summer at Summer Splash Day Camp! Register on a weekly basis (spots are limited per camp location.) Open to children ages 6 to 12, this exciting 10-week program is offered at El Salvador Community Center, Jerome Recreation Center and Salgado Recreation Center. Campers will enjoy fun-filled days of outdoor group activities, recreational swimming, games, swim lessons, lunch, and weekly off-site excursions! Summer Splash is all about personal growth, building confidence, and most importantly — making new friends and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out on a summer of fun in the sun!
- Week 7: July 14-18
- Time: 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM
- Theme: Passport to Adventure
- Excursion: Knott’s Berry Farm
- Week 8: July 21-25
- Time: 7:30 AM- 5:30 PM
- Theme: Tropical Paradise
- Excursion: Bolsa Chica State Beach
Aquatics & Scholarships
Escape the heat and come to the pool! Parks and Recreation offer a variety amounts of aquatic activities such like the ones below:
- Aqua Fusion – Feeling like switching up your fitness routine? Join Aqua Fusion, a water aerobics class designed to build strength, boost flexibility, and burn calories in a heated pool. Silver Splash membership holders can enroll in classes for free. Pre-registration is required.
- Aqua Fitness – Build your stamina and keep cool in the summer heat! In partnership with Santa Ana College, this water fitness class offers low impact exercise that improves cardiovascular fitness, strength and flexibility all within a heated pool. This FREE class is available to everyone ages 18 and up; pre-registration is required.
- Recreational Swim – Enjoy regular recreational swimming at the pool June 2-August 9.
- Daily entrance fees are available to purchase cash only on-site. Take advantage of the 2025 season passess for unlimited access to recreation swim at ALL pools! Check and money orders are accepted for in person season pass purchases.
Aquatics Scholarships
- Swim lessons -Swim lessons and programs at every age as early as 6 months to 17 years old. Trust in our certified Santa Ana Parks and Recreation staff instructors following American Red Cross guidelines to guide us in aquatic fun this Summer!
Scholarship – Inquire in person at El Salvador Community Center, Jerome Recreation Center, and Salgado Recreation Center.
- Silver Splash Program – Get access to our Silver Splash membership available on a first-come, first-served basis to all Santa Ana residents ages 55+. Members can enroll in any aqua fitness, aqua fusion, and recreation open lap swimming classes all summer long at no additional cost. Aquatic Approved applicants will have access to a $5 silver splash membership, valued at over $80!
Scholarship – Applications accepted in person only at the Southwest Senior Center or Santa Ana Senior Center.
Santa Ana Zoo: Resident Day
Santa Ana Residents get in free at the Santa Ana Zoo every 3rd Sunday of every month. Take advantage of this perk and bring your family!
Make sure to bring your current ID for every adult (18 years of older):
- If your ID has an old address, bring that old ID plus a current utility bill that shows your Santa Ana address.
- School or business addresses are not valid.
- Adult residents without proof of their current Santa Ana address will be charged full ticket price.
Upcoming dates for 2025:
- July 20
- August 17
- September 21
- October 19
- November 16
- December 21
California State Library Park Pass
Take your family and or friends this Summer to explore California’s Parks for free with Santa Ana Public Library. Santa Ana Library cardholders can borrow a pass for free vehicle day-use entry to over 200 California State Parks- check out an Adventure Backpack to enhance your park experience loaded with:
- Trees & Wildflowers guide
- Binoculars
- Compass
- Parks information pouch
- Hand lens
- Luggage tag
Discover California’s beautiful parks, lakes, and beaches and reserve a pass today! Availability is limited, so check one out soon.
Learn More:
- Participating State Park Units by County
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Find a California State Park – Learn more about the parks and plan your visit on the California State Parks system website.
- CA Outdoors for All Program – View the new California State Park Adventure and State Library Parks Pass programs
California State Library Park Pass
Los Muralitos Art Club
Unleash your Child’s Creativity and sign up for the Muralito Art Program this Summer. A fun, mixed-media art program for kids ages 6-12 exploring ceramics, charcoal, pastels, and various art techniques, creating their own masterpieces. Let your child discover the joy of art and self-expression with Muralito!
When: Every Friday at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Salgado Recreation Center, 706 N. Newhope St., Santa Ana
Cost: $25 per session (covers all art materials)
Contact: (714) 571-4267 for more information
Library Technology Services
Our library is bountiful in resources – Stay connected and creative this summer with Santa Ana Public Library Tech Services. Check out and utilize these resources for your school or personal projects.
Internet:
- Borrow a Wi-Fi hotspot for 3 weeks (reserve online or call 714-647-5250).
- Check out Chromebooks with built-in internet.
Computers:
- Use laptops in-house at Main and Newhope Libraries.
- Check out Chromebook kits with accessories.
Digital Resources:
- Access eBooks, movies, and more through our eLibrary.
- Use the Media Lab at Newhope for creative projects.
Printing:
- Mobile print from anywhere using uploads, email, or the PrinterOn app.
Assistance:
- Tech Desk: Get help with computers and devices (Mon-Fri, 2-6 p.m.).
Note: A library card is required for borrowing. Please contact the library for details.
Library of Things – SAPL
The Library is also home to the “Library of Things,” where residents can borrow items like games, kitchen tools, cameras, music gear, bike equipment, and so much more! Take advantage of this unique collection to support your studies, career goals, personal projects, and hobbies.
A few things you can borrow include:
- Roller skates
- Diginerds GoPro accessories kit
- Springform cake pan set (3 pieces)
- H&A compact shotgun condenser microphone
- Kodak Slide N Scan digital film scanner
- Trekking poles
Discover the full variety of items available to check out at the Santa Ana Public Library!
Zip Books – SAPL
Zip Books enables patrons to request books (either print or audio) that are not available in the Santa Ana Public Library’s collection. These items are provided at no cost to patrons and are shipped directly to their homes. After a three-week lending period, patrons may return the items to any library drop-off location to be considered for addition to the collection. For more information please see our faq page. Please fill out the form to request a book.
Summer Reading Program
Sign up for this year’s Summer Reading Program, Level Up at Your Library, and earn prizes — plus a chance to win a grand prize! You can register in person at the Delhi Library starting July 1, 2025, or sign up online. The last day to register is Saturday, August 9, 2025. This program is open to all ages, so everyone is welcome to join in!
Register for the Summer Reading Program
Online Tutoring – Santa Ana Public Library (SAPL)
The Santa Ana Public Library offers online tutoring to all Santa Ana students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
To sign up, fill out the Online Tutoring Form.
Brain Fuse: 24 Hr Homework Assistance – SAPL
The Santa Ana Public Library offers 24/7 homework assistance. This assistance program provides expert help in:
- Live Tutoring – Live online help from expert tutors.
- Writing Lab – Expert online writing assistance.
- Language Lab – Live help for language learners.
- Flash Bulb – create and share flashcards, tests, and games.
- eParachute – Discover the college majors and careers that match your skills and interests.
- LEAP Learning Platform – Diagnostic test center with customized study plans, lessons, and live tutoring.
- Summer Camp – Sharpen your math, science and writing skills.
Meet Heninger Park Neighborhood
Calling all Heninger Park neighbors! Join the next Heninger Park Neighborhood Association meeting to connect with fellow residents, discuss local issues, and stay informed about updates in Santa Ana. We plan events like Neighborhood Clean-up Days, Heninger Haunt, and more! It’s a great opportunity to share your opinions, stay engaged with community matters, and build relationships with your neighbors.
Heninger Park Neighborhood Association
On Track for Mental Health
America On Track and Mosaic Mental Health Group are proud to launch a new therapy service designed to help you find support, healing, and hope whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or just need someone to talk to. FREE SERVICES (virtual or in-person) available for all Santa Ana Residents-Adults or Youth.
Santa Ana Eviction Prevention Program
Low-income Santa Ana renters affected by COVID-19 who have received an eviction notice due to unpaid rent may apply for assistance to cover past-due rent. This one-time payment is made directly to landlords to help prevent eviction and promote housing stability.
The City of Santa Ana has partnered with Families Forward to review applications and determine eligibility. Applications must be complete with all required documents. Rent payments will be issued directly to landlords, with documentation provided to both tenants and landlords.
Rent Stabilization Board: Rent Control & Just Cause Ordinance
Rent Stabilization Board, who are we?
The Santa Ana Rent Stabilization Board plays a crucial role in protecting tenants and ensuring fair housing policies in our city. They oversee the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance, which helps prevent excessive rent hikes and unjust evictions while allowing landlords to maintain their properties. Their team provides valuable resources for both renters and property owners, offering guidance on tenant rights, rent regulations, and eviction protections. They also host community workshops and maintain a rental registry to promote transparency. If you have questions or need assistance, you can reach the Rent Stabilization Office at (714) 667-2209 or visit them at 801 W. Civic Center Drive, 2nd Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Meetings are held every third Wednesday of the month.
Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction
Past & Upcoming Agenda & Minutes
Watch meetings live on the City YouTube channel
Subscribe to the Rent Stabilization Newsletter
Rent Stabilization Ordinance community resources
If you believe the owner or property manager for your rental unit or mobile home may not be in compliance with our ordinance, or you need help with our rules, please reach out to one of our community partners.
Community Legal Aid SoCal
- Website
- Address: 2101 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705
- Phone: (714) 571-5200
Public Law Center
- Website
- Email: info@publiclawcenter.org
- Address: 601 W. Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92701
- Phone: (714) 541-1010, ext. 303
Fair Housing Council of Orange County
- Website
- Email: info@fairhousingoc.org
- Address: 2021 E. 4th St., Suite 122, Santa Ana, CA 92705
- Phone: (714) 569-0823 and select Option 4
Latino Health Access
- Website
- Address: 450 W. 4th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
- Phone: (714) 542-7792
Santa Ana WORK Center- Job openings
The City of Santa Ana has many job opportunities for full-time and part-time work. Please visit the link below to learn more. I encourage you to apply to work in public service for your community!
Get free business assistance at City Hall
Our Economic Development team is here to help our local business community. Whether you’re just starting a business, need help with a marketing plan, or have questions about growing your business, our experts are ready to provide guidance.
Stop by Santa Ana City Hall for Business Assistance Office Hours from 8 to 11 a.m. Monday through Thursday. This free service is your opportunity to get personalized advice and take the next step toward building your dream business.
Call the Economic Development Division at (714) 647-5477 for more information.
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Important Dates
- July 18 and August 1: City Hall regular Friday closure
- August 23: Quarterly Neighborhood Clean Up
Events & Meetings
City Meetings
- City Council Meetings: July 15
- Rent Stabilization Board Meeting: July 16
- Youth Commission Regular Meeting: July 21
- Workforce Development Board – Youth Council: July 17
- Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Meeting: July 24
- Arts & Culture Commission Meeting: July 17
- Planning Commission Meeting: July 14, July 28
- Community Development Commission Meeting: July 23
View meetings Agenda and Minutes.
View meetings live on our Santa Ana YouTube Channel.
Wilderness Club: Earthroots Field School – July 12
Explore Big Oak Canyon with Earthroots Field School!
Join naturalists for a fun, hands-on adventure in Silverado Canyon. Discover native plants, pollinators, and the amazing connections in nature through games, stories, and activities. Free bus transportation from Roosevelt-Walker Community Center.
- Departure: 9:20 a.m. | Return: 1:30 p.m.
- What to bring:
- Water
- Closed-toe shoes
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Register here
Build a Scarecrow – Roosevelt Walker Community Garden – July 16
Build Your Own Scarecrow! Join us for a fun, hands-on activity at the Roosevelt Walker Community Garden on Wednesday, July 16, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., where you’ll create your very own scarecrow — just like farmers have been doing for over 3,000 years! Scarecrows are a time-tested way to protect crops from hungry birds and animals. So, come help guard our summer harvest and take part in this age-old farming tradition! Free and open to all ages.
Marigold Celebration – July 18
Marigold Celebration at Jerome Park Community Garden! Join us on Friday, July 18, for a special day of planting, games, giveaways, and cultural activities that highlight the rich significance of marigolds around the world. Planting seeds now means our marigolds will bloom beautifully in time for Día de los Muertos! Don’t miss this fun, family-friendly celebration!
RecreAUTO Mobile at Memorial Park – July 21
Catch the RecreAUTO! Join us at Memorial Park every Monday, 5-7:30 p.m., for a fun, hands-on experience brought to you by Parks & Recreation. Explore programs, get some exercise, meet our Health & Wellness team (look for the bright green van), and discover all your community centers have to offer.
For more information and to register click here.
Windsor Park Complex – July 16
Natural Turf Field
Every Wednesday
June 4th through August 27th
5-7:30 p.m.
Memorial Park – July 21, July 28
Natural Turf Field – Field 4
Every Monday
June 2nd through August 25th
5-7:30 p.m.
Water-Saving and Watercolor – July 24
The Community Garden Program hosts free monthly workshops for all ages at each of the five community gardens. This month’s theme for July is focused on Water Conservation and Hydration. Join us at Madison Garden to learn about water saving techniques including olla gardening. Olla gardening has a rich history and has been used all over the world. After the workshop, participants can paint using watercolors.
Madison Park Community Garden
- 1528 S. Standard Ave., CA 92707
- 5-7 p.m.
- (714) 571-4225
ReWild with Seed Bombs at Pacific Electric Park – July 29
Celebrate Nature Conservation Day with us at the Pacific Electric Community Garden! Join us on Tuesday, July 29, from 6 to 7 p.m. to create your very own California native seed bombs—a fun, hands-on way to support local biodiversity. By spreading native seeds, you’ll help bring life and resilience to your yard and our community gardens.
Pacific Electric Park Community Garden
- 329 McFadden Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707
- 6-7 p.m.
Fiestas Patrias Parade Meeting #3 – July 29
LAST MEETING! Join Us for a Fiestas Patrias Parade Information Meeting! You are invited to attend a general information meeting for the Fiestas Patrias parade on Tuesday, July 29, at 6:30 p.m. at the Roosevelt Walker Community Center. Parade applications will be open from Wednesday, May 28, through Thursday, August 7, at 5 p.m.
LAST opportunity to attend a parade meeting! Please note that you only need to attend one meeting.
Fiestas Patrias Parade Meeting
Local Events
Resident Days at the Zoo • Santa Ana Zoo offers free admission for residents every third Sunday
Bowers Museum free Sundays • Santa Ana residents get in free each Sunday
Discovery Cube Waste Free Days • Santa Ana residents get free admission to the Discovery Cube on the first Tuesday of the month.
Who do I call at City Hall?
- Important phone numbers:
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- City Hall main line: (714) 647-5400
- Code Enforcement: (714) 667-2780
- Graffiti Hotline: (877) 786-7824
- Emergency Water Services: (714) 953-8026
- Public Works dispatch (street sweeping, trees): (714) 647-3380
Utility services
- City utility services
- Southern California Edison: Call 1-800-447-6620
- Southern California Gas: Call 1-800-207-8567
- Trash pick-up: Call (877) 328-2074
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The mySantaAna mobile app puts the power of the Santa Ana city government in the palm of your hand! Residents with an iPhone or Android smartphone can download the mySantaAna application for free allowing them to quickly and easily report issues with photos to the City for clean-up. You can report potholes, downed tree branches, graffiti, trash and much more! The app is now available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
USEFUL RESOURCES
Schedule a bulky item pickup: Call Republic Services at (657) 467-6220
Police Non-Emergency Line: (714) 245-8665
Emergency Water Services: (714) 953-8026