E-waste recycling event set for April 24 at the MainPlace Mall
Tis the season - spring cleaning season, that is! Time to get rid of all those electronics that are taking up space in your house. Join MainPlace Mall and California…
The City of Santa Ana wants to know how we feel about the environmental health and quality of life in our neighborhoods
The Santa Ana General Plan communicates the City’s long-range policies that reflect the vision and values of the community, to guide the physical, economic, social, and environmental programs administered by…
The new O.C. Civic Center receives a Sustainability Award
The Orange County Civic Center in Santa Ana recently was honored by a jury of architects, designers, and construction experts. The County Administration South Building received the 2021 Precast/Prestressed Concrete…
The City of Santa Ana responds to our post regarding toxins in our water and soil
By: Paul Eakins, Public Affairs Information Officer, City of Santa Ana, City Manager’s Office I would like to clarify and correct some of the information in your New Santa Ana…
Treated wood banned from O.C. landfills beginning in January, 2021
SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 23, 2020 – In response to expiring state waivers, the California Department of Toxic Substances Control will no longer allow the landfill disposal of treated wood…
Who is protecting the people in Santa Ana from toxins in our water and soil?
By Mia Soumbasakis, a junior at OCSA It seems as if the tectonic plates of Santa Ana’s foundation are being shifted. Not only is the induction of a new mayor…
What Santa Ana residents can do to protect our waterways and the ocean
Did you know that everything that enters the City’s storm drain system flows untreated out to the ocean? Storm water can convey pollutants such as trash, sediment, oil, and bacteria…
City of Santa Ana swimming pools closed due to poor air quality
The City of Santa Ana closed all of its swimming pools today, Sept. 10, due to poor air quality caused by wildfires. The City will be monitoring air quality reports…
Environmental Justice is a focus in the City of Santa Ana’s General Plan update
https://youtu.be/B64yG_fXgrA As part of the General Plan update, the City of Santa Ana is expanding its focus on the topic of environmental justice. An environmental justice, or “EJ,” community is…
So. California air quality affected by 4th of July fireworks
Valid Sunday July 05, 2020 This advisory is in effect through Sunday Afternoon. South Coast AQMD will issue an update if additional information becomes available. Air quality is currently poor…
The City of Santa Ana Stormwater Program keeps our oceans clean
Did you know that the City’s stormdrain system is separate from the sewer system and that stormwater flows untreated out to the ocean? When it rains, any spilled materials, trash,…
Public input sought on Environmental Justice issues in Santa Ana
The City of Santa Ana is updating its General Plan and wants to hear your thoughts on how to best address environmental justice issues affecting your community. As part of…
New solar power incentive program comes to Santa Ana
Department of Energy and California Energy Commission funds are available to Santa Ana residents who install solar panels or energy storage systems.As one of the most environmentally friendly states in…
OCTA to add plug-in electric buses to their fleet
ORANGE – The Orange County Transportation Authority has taken another important step toward zero-emission transportation technology for a balanced and sustainable future. This week, the OCTA Board of Directors approved…
Celebrate Arbor Day today by planting a tree in Santa Ana
The City of Santa Ana has been proudly designated as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for 21 consecutive years for its dedication in maintaining the City’s…