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Santa Ana Rec Swim starts on April 10 at Memorial Park Pool

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Memorial Park Pool, located at 2102 S. Flower St. in Santa Ana, will begin to offer public recreational swimming beginning on Saturday, April 10. The pool will be open on Saturday and Sundays only. The first session will be from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., and the second session will be from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. One lane will be available for lap swimming during both sessions and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost of admission is $1.00 per child and $2.00 per adult.
 
Proper swim attire is required. COVID-19 protocols will be enforced following local and federal swimming pool guidelines. At this time locker rooms, showers and drinking fountains are closed. Only patrons entering the water will be allowed into the pool area. Spectators and non-swimmers are not allowed at this time.
 
For more information, please contact pool operator Blueray Aquatics at info@swimblueray.com or (949) 887-5985 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Additionally, you can visit Memorial Park Pool during public swimming hours and the pool manager on duty will be glad to assist you with any questions. For information regarding swimming lessons, swim team, and lifeguarding certification courses, please visit www.swimblueray.com/memorial.
 
For more information: https://www.santa-ana.org/latest-news/recreation-swim
 
We look forward to seeing everyone at the pool this season!

La natación recreativa empieza el 10 de abril

Spanish/español: https://bit.ly/3cXZmjf

Bơi giải trí bắt đầu vào ngày 10 tháng 4
 
Vietnamese/Tiếng Việt: https://bit.ly/3fVIYls

A little boy was fatally struck by an SUV at a Garden Grove park

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Garden Grove police officers and the Orange County Fire Authority were dispatched to a traffic collision that occurred at the Haster Basin Park, located at 12952 Lampson Ave. on the evening of March 18. The collision involved a small SUV and a 6-year-old boy.

The vehicle was traveling in the parking lot when it struck the child. The boy was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Members of the Garden Grove Police Department Traffic Unit responded to the scene and conducted an investigation. The driver of the SUV remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

The vehicle has been impounded for evidence. The investigation is ongoing to determine the cause, and if drugs and/or alcohol impairment was a factor.

Anyone who witnessed this incident is asked to contact Traffic Investigator Paul Ashby at (714) 741-5823.

Santa Ana aquatics programs and girls basketball clinics starting soon

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The City of Santa Ana’s Youth Sports Program is offering free Girls Basketball Clinics. The program begins on Monday, March 29, and is open to girls ages 5 to 14.

Registration is required and available at https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog.

For additional information, please contact the Youth Sports office at (714) 571-4264.

AQUATICS PROGRAM

The City of Santa Ana’s Aquatics Program is offering swim team practices Monday-Thursday from 5:00 pm – 8:30 p.m. for 5-17 year olds.

The swim lessons program begins on Monday, March 29, and is open to 5 years to adults.

Registration is required and available at www.swimblueray.com/memorial for additional information; please contact the Blueray office at (949) 459-3950.

Clínicas de baloncesto y programa de acuáticos

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Các chương trình bóng rổ và dưới nước

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The Santa Ana Zoo has reopened today

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The Santa Ana Zoo is reopening on Sunday, January 31, 2021, from 10 am to 4 p.m.

The Santa Ana Zoo is subject to capacity and with the following safety modifications:

  • Masks are required for all persons age 2 and up, at all times, unless seated to eat or drink. For details, please click here for details.
  • The following attractions are OPEN: Exploration Maze, Colors of the Amazon Aviary, Conservation Education Theatre, Primates, Camels, Tierra de las Pampas, Anteaters, Crean Family Farm (cow, pony, new miniature donkeys!), Treetop Toys Giftshop.
  • The following are closed: Rides, Indoor spaces (Exploration Outpost & Barn), Playground, Beansprouts Café, Goat Yard & all direct animal-contact interactions.

Regular Hours: Wednesday — Sunday, 10am – 4pm (Closed Monday and Tuesday). FREE PARKING!

We welcome you back to our Urban Oasis. The Zoo remains a great OUTDOOR place to relax and escape and learn about the natural world.

Your support cares for the wildlife at the Zoo and endangered species worldwide. Thank you for all you do. We can’t wait to see you soon!

Check our website for details on safety protocols before you arrive.

Admission:

  • Adults (13+) – $12
  • Children (3 – 12) – $9
  • Seniors (60+) – $9

Yoga, Karate and Zumba classes now available at Santa Ana parks

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To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our community, indoor facilities and outdoor recreational spaces may be closed or have modified access until further notice. Outdoor park spaces remain open for passive use.

Outdoor playgrounds, and athletic and recreational fields and courts, have reopened with modified access. Modified outdoor recreational programming is available to the community and registration is open at https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog.

• Yoga in the Park:
El Salvador Park
Oct. 26 to Nov. 16
2:30 to 3:20 p.m.
Ages 16 and over
$20 registration

• Karate Do Kiai in the Park:
El Salvador Park
Oct. 27 to Nov. 17
6 to 7 p.m.
Ages 7 and over
$25 registration

• Zumba in The Park:
El Salvador Park
Oct. 29 to Nov. 19
5 to 6 p.m.
Ages 8 and over
$20 registration

For additional information, please call the Recreation Classes Office at (714) 647-5307.

Programas de Recreación Modificados en los Parques Están Disponibles

Para ayudar a mitigar la propagación de COVID-19 en nuestra comunidad, las instalaciones interiores como espacios recreativos al aire libre, estarán cerrados o tendrán acceso modificado hasta nuevo aviso. Áreas infantiles, campos deportivos, áreas recreativas y canchas al aire libre han reabierto con acceso modificado.

La programación recreativa al aire libre modificada está disponible para la comunidad y la inscripción está abierta en: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/santa-ana-ca/catalog

• Yoga en el Parque:
Parque El Salvador
octubre 26 a noviembre 16
2:30 p.m. a las 3:20 p.m.
Mayores de 16 años
Inscripción – $20

• Karate Do Kiai en el Parque:
Parque El Salvador
octubre 27 a noviembre 17
6 p.m. a las 7 p.m.
Mayores de 7 años
Inscripción – $25

• Zumba en el Parque:
Parque El Salvador
octubre 29 a noviembre 19
5 p.m. a las 6 p.m.
Mayores de 8 años
Inscripción – $20

Para más información, favor de llamar a la oficia de Clases Recreativas al (714) 647-5307.

Free COVID-19 testing coming up at local Santa Ana parks and schools

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The City of Santa Ana is providing free COVID-19 testing at parks, high schools and Santa Ana College for all Santa Ana residents. You do not need to have insurance or COVID-19 symptoms to be tested.

Park testing hours are 12:30 to 7 p.m. The dates and locations for upcoming park visits are:

• Oct. 21 – Portola Park, 1700 E. Santa Clara Ave.
• Oct. 23 – Santa Ana Stadium (event will be on Flower Street), 602 N. Flower St.
• Oct. 26 – Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt St.
• Oct. 28 – Jerome Park, 726 S. Center St.

High school testing hours are 1 to 7 p.m. Please note that the Oct. 22 testing location has changed. These sites are for residents and student athletes:

• Oct. 20 – Valley High School, 1801 S. Greenville St.
• Oct. 22 – Segerstrom High School, 2301 W. McArthur Blvd.
• Oct. 27 – Saddleback High School, 2802 S. Flower St.
• Oct. 29 – Santa Ana High School, 520 W. Walnut St.

Testing at Santa Ana College is available for Santa Ana residents and Santa Ana College students and staff. An appointment is required. Call (877) 362-9779. Upcoming dates and times are:

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.:
• Oct. 21
• Oct. 22
• Oct. 28
• Oct. 29

Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:
• Oct. 24
• Oct. 25
• Oct. 31
• Nov. 1

For more information on Santa Ana CARES assistance programs, visit www.santa-ana.org/CARES.

Pruebas de COVID-19 Gratis en los Parques y las Escuelas de Santa Ana

La Ciudad de Santa Ana está proporcionando pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19 en los parques, las escuelas secundarias y en Santa Ana College para todos los residentes de Santa Ana. No se necesita seguro ni síntomas de COVID-19 para hacerse una prueba.

Las horas de las pruebas en los parques son de las 12:30 a las 7 de la tarde. Las fechas y lugares de las próximas visitas a los parques son:
• Oct. 19 – Morrison Park, 2801 N. Westwood Ave.
• Oct. 21 – Portola Park, 1700 E. Santa Clara Ave.
• Oct. 23 – Santa Ana Stadium (el evento va a estar en Flower Street), 602 N. Flower St.
• Oct. 26 – Adams Park, 2302 S. Raitt St.
• Oct. 28 – Jerome Park, 726 S. Center St.

Las horas de pruebas en las escuelas son de la 1 a las 7 de la tarde. Por favor notar que el sitio para el 22 de octubre ha cambiado. Estos sitios son para residentes y atletas estudiantiles:

• Oct. 20 – Valley High School, 1801 S. Greenville St.
• Oct. 22 – Segerstrom High School, 2301 W. McArthur Blvd.
• Oct. 27 – Saddleback High School, 2802 S. Flower St.
• Oct. 29 – Santa Ana High School, 520 W. Walnut St.

Pruebas en Santa Ana College está disponible para los residentes de Santa Ana y los alumnos y empleados de Santa Ana College. Se requiere cita. Llame al (877) 362-9779. Las próximas fechas y horas son:

Los miércoles y jueves, de las 2:30 a las 6:30 p.m.:
• Oct. 21
• Oct. 22
• Oct. 28
• Oct. 29

Los sábados y los domingos, de las 9 a.m. a las 4 p.m.:
• Oct. 24
• Oct. 25
• Oct. 31
• Nov. 1

Para más información sobre los programas de asistencia de Santa Ana CARES, visite www.santa-ana.org/CARES.

Santa Ana’s park playgrounds and fitness zones are now open

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The City of Santa Ana is happy to announce that the park playgrounds and fitness zones are now open for the public to enjoy.

Park playgrounds and fitness zones were closed in March due to COVID-19. The amenities reopened following State-mandated safety guidelines.

In accordance with State guidelines, the following amenities will remain closed until further notice:

• Picnic shelters/tables
• Recreation and senior centers

Residents are still encouraged to minimize their time outside the home, avoid gathering in groups, and practice social distancing when out in public and while using City parks. Masks are required by the State when outdoors if you are unable to keep at least 6 feet from others.

For further information on specific park locations and amenities, please visit www.santa-ana.org/parks/parks-and-facilities or call (714) 571-4200.

Los Patios De Recreo y Zonas de Ejercicio de los Parques Están Abiertos

La Ciudad de Santa Ana reabrió al público los patios de recreo y las zonas de ejercicio en los parques al público.

Dichas instalaciones de los parques de la Ciudad estuvieron cerradas desde marzo debido a la pandemia COVID-19. Estas instalaciones se abrieron al público siguiendo las medidas y pautas de seguridad exigidas por el Estado.

Conforme las pautas del Estado, las siguientes instalaciones permanecerán cerrados hasta nuevo aviso:

• Quioscos y mesas para picnic
• Centros comunitarios y centros para personas de la tercera edad

Se les recomienda a los residentes minimizar su tiempo fuera de casa, evitar reunirse en grupos y practicar el distanciamiento social cuando estén en público y mientras usen los parques de la Ciudad. Se requiere el uso de mascarillas cuando está afuera y no puede mantener distancia de más de 6 pies de los demás.

Para obtener más información sobre la ubicación e instalaciones de parques específicos, favor de visitar www.santa-ana.org/parks/parks-and-facilities o llamar al (714) 571-4200

Free COVID testing and masks at Santa Ana parks including today at Memorial Park

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The Santa Ana CARES Mobile Resource Center will be at Memorial Park today and Delhi Park on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Free COVID-19 testing for Santa Ana residents, free masks, information on rental assistance, and other resources.

These are all of the upcoming park visits:
Sept. 14 – Memorial Park, 2102 S. Flower St.
Sept. 16 – Delhi Park, 2314 S. Halladay St.
Sept. 21 – El Salvador Park, 1825 W. Civic Center Drive
Sept. 23 – Rosita Park, 706 N. Newhope St.
Sept. 28 – Pacific Electric Park, 401 E. McFadden Ave.
Sept. 30 – Windsor Park, 2915 W. La Verne Ave.
Oct. 5 – Mabury Park, 1801 E. Fruit St.
Oct. 7 – Cesar Chavez Campesino Park, 3311 W. 5th St.
Oct. 12 – Prentice Park, 1801 E. Chestnut Ave.
Oct. 14 – Lillie King Park, 500 W. Alton Ave.

For other free testing sites and more information: www.santa-ana.org/covid19/free-covid-19-testing-santa-ana-residents

Pruebas y mascarillas gratis: Hoy en Memorial Park, 9/16 in Delhi

El Centro Movil de Santa Ana CARES va a estar en Memorial Park hoy y en Delhi Park el miércoles de las 4-7 p.m. Pruebas de COVID-19 gratis, mascarillas gratis, información sobre asistencia de renta, y otros recursos.

Estos son las fechas de los visitas a los parques que vienen:
Sept. 14 – Memorial Park, 2102 S. Flower St.
Sept. 16 – Delhi Park, 2314 S. Halladay St.
Sept. 21 – El Salvador Park, 1825 W. Civic Center Drive
Sept. 23 – Rosita Park, 706 N. Newhope St.
Sept. 28 – Pacific Electric Park, 401 E. McFadden Ave.
Sept. 30 – Windsor Park, 2915 W. La Verne Ave.
Oct. 5 – Mabury Park, 1801 E. Fruit St.
Oct. 7 – Cesar Chavez Campesino Park, 3311 W. 5th St.
Oct. 12 – Prentice Park, 1801 E. Chestnut Ave.
Oct. 14 – Lillie King Park, 500 W. Alton Ave.

Para otros sitios de pruebas de COVID-19 y más información: www.santa-ana.org/covid19/free-covid-19-testing-santa-ana-residents

City of Santa Ana swimming pools closed due to poor air quality

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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 and will reopen the pools when it is deemed safe to do so.

For the latest information on the status of the swimming pools, please visit pool operator Blueray Aquatics at https://blueraymgmt.com/city-of-santa-ana/ and on social media @BluerayAquatics.

The Facebook page is www.facebook.com/Blueray-Aquatics-155159104537629.

Las Albercas Están Cerradas Debido a la Mala Calidad del Aire

La Ciudad de Santa Ana cerró todas sus albercas hoy 10 de septiembre debido a la mala calidad del aire causada por los incendios forestales.

La Ciudad monitoreará los informes de calidad del aire y volverá a abrir las albercas cuando se considere seguro hacerlo.

Para obtener la información más reciente sobre el estado de las albercas, visite el operador de albercas Blueray Aquatics en https://blueraymgmt.com/city-of-santa-ana/ y en las redes sociales @BluerayAquatics.

La página de Facebook es www.facebook.com/Blueray-Aquatics-155159104537629.

The Santa Ana CARES Mobile Resource Center to visit city parks starting today

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The Santa Ana CARES Mobile Resource Center will be visiting City parks beginning today, Sept. 9, 2020.

There will be free COVID-19 testing for Santa Ana residents, information on rental assistance and other resources, free masks, and more.

The dates and locations are:

• Sept. 9 – Madison Park, 1528 S. Standard Ave.
• Sept. 14 – Memorial Park, 2102 S. Flower St.
• Sept. 16 – Delhi Park, 2314 S. Halladay St.
• Sept. 21 – El Salvador Park, 1825 W. Civic Center Drive
• Sept. 23 – Rosita Park, 706 N. Newhope St.
• Sept. 28 – Pacific Electric Park, 401 E. McFadden Ave.
• Sept. 30 – Windsor Park, 2915 W. La Verne Ave.
• Oct. 5 – Mabury Park, 1801 E. Fruit St.
• Oct. 7 – Cesar Chavez Campesino Park, 3311 W. 5th St.
• Oct. 12 – Prentice Park, 1801 E. Chestnut Ave.
• Oct. 14 – Lillie King Park, 500 W. Alton Ave.

The Resource Center will operate 4-7 p.m. at all locations except Pacific Electric Park, where the Resource Center will be available 12:30-7 p.m.

For more information on Santa Ana CARES assistance programs, visit www.santa-ana.org/CARES.

El Centro de Recursos Móvil de Santa Ana CARES Visitará los Parques

El Centro de Recursos Móvil de Santa Ana CARES visitará los parques de la Ciudad a partir de hoy 9 de septiembre de 2020.

Habrá pruebas de COVID-19 gratis para los residentes de Santa Ana, información sobre asistencia para el alquiler y otros recursos, máscaras gratuitas y más.

Las fechas y lugares son:

• 9 de septiembre – Madison Park, 1528 S. Standard Ave.
• 14 de septiembre – Memorial Park, 2102 S. Flower St.
• 16 de septiembre – Delhi Park, 2314 S. Halladay St.
• 21 de septiembre – Parque El Salvador, 1825 W. Civic Center Drive
• 23 de septiembre – Rosita Park, 706 N. Newhope St.
• 28 de septiembre – Pacific Electric Park, 401 E. McFadden Ave.
• 30 de septiembre – Windsor Park, 2915 W. La Verne Ave.
• 5 de octubre – Mabury Park, 1801 E. Fruit St.
• 7 de octubre – Cesar Chavez Campesino Park, 3311 W. 5th St.
• 12 de octubre – Prentice Park, 1801 E. Chestnut Ave.
• 14 de octubre – Lillie King Park, 500 W. Alton Ave.

El Centro de Recursos funcionará de 4 a 7 de la tarde en todas las ubicaciones excepto Pacific Electric Park, donde el Centro de Recursos estará disponible de 12:30 a 7 de la tarde.

Para más información sobre los programas de asistencia de Santa Ana CARES, visite www.santa-ana.org/CARES.

The City of Santa Ana park pool hours are changing on 8/31

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The City of Santa Ana Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency will be changing city pool hours starting on Monday, August 31. Park pools hours of operation will be modified in four pools in order to accommodate school hours.

All pools will continue following State-mandated COVID-19 safety measures and guidelines. Pools will continue offering recreation swimming three hours a day, seven days a week, offering two sessions of 1 1/2 hours each as follows:

• Santa Anita Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Salgado Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• El Salvador Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Jerome Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Memorial Park Pool is open 4 1/2 hours a day, seven days a week, offering three sessions of one and a half hours each day. Hours remain the same.
• Memorial Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 1 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Please note that Memorial pool will be closed for repairs on Monday, August 31, and Tuesday, September 1.

Residents are still encouraged to minimize their time outside the home, wear a mask, avoid gathering in groups and practice social distancing when out in public and while using City parks.

For further information on specific pool locations, please visit www.santa-ana.org/parks/parks-and-facilities or call (714) 571-4200.

Cambio de Horario en las Albercas de la Ciudad de Santa Ana

La Ciudad de Santa Ana, Agencia de Parques, Recreación y Servicios Comunitarios cambiara el horario de las albercas empezando el lunes 31 de agosto. El horario será modificado en cuatro albercas para acomodar el horario escolar.

Las albercas seguirán acatando las medidas y procedimientos de seguridad para COVID-19 mandados por el estado. Las albercas continuarán ofreciendo natación recreacional siete días a la semana durante tres horas cada día en sesiones de hora y media en el siguiente horario:

• Santa Anita Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional son 3:30 p.m. y 5:00 p.m.
• Salgado Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional son 3:30 p.m. y 5:00 p.m.
• El Salvador Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional son 3:30 p.m. y 5:00 p.m.
• Jerome Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional son 3:30 p.m. y 5:00 p.m.

La alberca del parque Memorial está abierta siete días a la semana durante cuatro y media horas cada día en sesiones de hora y media. Sin cambio de horario.
• Memorial Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional son 1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. y 5:30 p.m.

Por favor tome nota, la alberca del parque Memorial estará cerrada por reparaciones los días lunes 31 de agosto y martes 1 de septiembre.

Se anima a los residentes a estar el menor tiempo posible fuera de sus casas, usar tapabocas, evitar las reuniones en grupo y practicar el distanciamiento social cuando estén en lugares públicos y cuando visiten los parques de la ciudad.

Para más información sobre la localización especifica de las albercas, por favo

Learn about the new Standard and McFadden park at a virtual meeting on 8/29

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There will be a Sunshine Ordinance Meeting for the Standard & McFadden Park on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 10 a.m.

The Standard & McFadden site will be a new ½ acre park site to serve the immediate community. Due to COVID 19 pandemic we will be providing information on this future park site through a virtual presentation. Public meetings have already been held to obtain ideas on the park concept plan. The project will require a Zone Change from Multi-Family Residential to Open Space. At the meeting we will provide general information, funding source, answer questions and solicit input on the park proposal.

Saturday, August 29, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Registration URL
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2579687784289752592
Webinar ID
651-770-835
Participants can also simply use their phone to listen to the meeting by calling:
(877) 309-2071 and entering access code: 450-399-769

Spanish interpretation will be available by phone for this meeting. Dial toll-free (669) 900-9128 and enter: 542-334-173#

For more information click here to view meeting flyer.

Reunión Comunitario Para el Parque de Standard y McFadden el Sábado 29 de Agosto a las 10 AM

El terreno de Standard y McFadden será un Nuevo parque de ½ acre para servir a la comunidad circundante. Debido a la pandemia COVID-19 estaremos proporcionando información sobre este futuro parque a través de una presentación virtual. Con anterioridad se han celebrado reuniones públicas para obtener ideas sobre el plan conceptual del parque. El proyecto requerirá un cambio de zona de Residencial Multifamiliar a Espacio Abierto. En la reunión proporcionaremos información general,
fuentes de financiación, responderemos preguntas y solicitaremos su opinión sobre la propuesta del parque.

FECHA Y HORA DE LA REUNION VIRTUAL
SABADO, AGOSTO 29, 2020, 10:00am a 11:00am
ENTRE A LA REUNION DE ZOOM SELECCIONANDO EL SIGUIENTE ENLACE:
URL de registro: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2579687784289752592
Seminario web ID: 651-770-835
Los participantes también pueden usar su teléfono para escuchar la reunión llamando al: (877) 309-2071 introduciendo el código de acceso: 450-399-769.

Interpretación en español estará disponible por teléfono para esta
reunión. Marque al (669) 900-9128 e ingrese el número: 542-334-173#

Santa Ana’s public pools are reopening on August 17

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The City of Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency will be expanding city pool hours starting on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. Park pools were closed in March due to COVID-19. All pools will be following State-mandated safety measures and guidelines.

Pool hours will be expanded to offer recreation swimming three hours a day, seven days a week, offering two sessions of 1 1/2 hours each. Memorial Park Pool is open 4 1/2 hours a day, seven days a week, offering three sessions of 1 1/2 hours each day.

• Santa Anita Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• Salgado Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• El Salvador Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• Jerome Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• Memorial Park Pool – Public Recreation Swim Times are 1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Residents are still encouraged to minimize their time outside the home, wear a mask, avoid gathering in groups and practice social distancing when out in public and while using City parks.

For further information on specific pool locations, please visit www.santaana.org/parks/parks-and-facilities or call (714) 571-4200.

La Ciudad de Santa Ana Expande Horas de Natación Recreacional

La Ciudad de Santa Ana, Agencia de Parques, Recreación y Servicios Comunitarios expandirá las horas de las albercas empezando el lunes 17 de agosto. Las albercas cerraron en marzo debido al COVID-19. Todas las albercas acataran las medidas y procedimientos de seguridad mandados por el estado.

Las horas de operación de las albercas se expandirán para natación recreacional siete días a la semana durante tres horas cada día en sesiones de hora y media. La alberca del parque Memorial está abierta siete días a la semana durante cuatro y media horas cada día en sesiones de hora y media.

• Santa Anita Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• Salgado Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• El Salvador Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• Jerome Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
• Memorial Park Pool – Horas de Natación Recreacional 1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Se anima a los residentes a estar el menor tiempo posible fuera de sus casas, usar tapabocas, evitar las reuniones en grupo y practicar el distanciamiento social cuando estén en lugares públicos y cuando visiten los parques de la ciudad.

Para más información sobre la localización especifica de las albercas, por favor visite www.santaana.org/parks/parks-and-facilities o llame al (714) 571-4200.

Nearly 300 acres restored to natural habitat by the OCTA, Irvine Ranch Conservancy and OC Parks

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A decade in the making, the Bee Flat Canyon Restoration Project sees major improvements, replacing weeds with native vegetation in Orange County foothills

ORANGE –The Orange County Transportation Authority, working in partnership with the Irvine Ranch Conservancy and OC Parks, has helped complete the restoration of nearly 300 acres of natural habitat in the foothills of Orange County.

OCTA funded 84 acres of the 293-acre restoration through Measure M, the county’s half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements.

The project is the latest of 12 OCTA restoration projects to obtain final approvals from state and federal wildlife agencies.

The restored land, in the Bee Flat Canyon area of OC Parks’ Limestone Canyon, is east of Orange near Modjeska Canyon. For years, the land was choked with invasive weeds that threatened the natural habitat of the area.

The restoration project, led by IRC, took place over nearly a 10-year period, as evasive weeds such as black mustard and milk thistle were gradually removed and replaced with native plant life such as coastal sage scrub, oak woodlands, chaparral and native grasslands.

“This is another fantastic example of how OCTA has brought a balanced approach to improving transportation in Orange County while also protecting the valuable natural resources that make it such a special place to live,” said OCTA Chairman Steve Jones, also the Mayor of Garden Grove.

When voters overwhelmingly renewed Measure M in 2006, the measure included an Environmental Freeway Mitigation Program that helps offset the potential adverse effects of expanding Orange County’s freeways.

The program helps expedite freeway projects through Measure M, also known as OC Go, while protecting the environment. OCTA has purchased more than 1,300 acres of open space – land that otherwise could have been developed – to protect it in its natural state forever.

Those properties, purchased from willing sellers, are in Trabuco Canyon, Silverado Canyon, Brea and Laguna Beach.

The environmental program also includes approximately $10 million for 12 habitat restoration projects, such as the one at Bee Flat Canyon, totaling more than 350 acres.

“OCTA and OC Parks have been great supporters throughout this process and their partnership is invaluable,” said Robert Freese, IRC’s project manager. “We will continue to monitor and manage Bee Flat Canyon and hope to see an increase in wildlife over the coming years.”

To date, the wildlife agencies have signed off on several of the restoration projects, signifying the continued success of the program as well as the partnership that has been forged with the environmental community.

About OCTA: The Orange County Transportation Authority is the county transportation planning commission, responsible for funding and implementing transit and capital projects for a balanced and sustainable transportation system that reflects the diverse travel needs of the county’s 34 cities and 3.2 million residents. With the mission of keeping Orange County moving, this includes freeways and express lanes, bus and rail transit, rideshare, commuter rail and active transportation.

The City of Santa Ana receives a $544,000 grant for Triangle Park Restoration on the Santa Ana River Bike Trail

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The Board of the California State Coastal Conservancy has awarded a $544,000 grant to the City of Santa Ana for final design and restoration of the Santa Ana River Parkway Triangle Park along the Santa Ana River Bike Trail.

The 17th Street Triangle project develops the undeveloped area to provide a rest stop along the Santa Ana River Bike Trail and to increase public use of the bike trail system. The 17th Street Triangle/Rest Stop includes renovation of the viewing deck with ADA accessibility, riparian landscape, benches, site signage, location/interpretive signage and fencing.

“This grant will aid the City of Santa Ana in its efforts to enhance and expand our infrastructure to serve all modes of transportation,” Santa Ana Mayor Miguel A. Pulido said. “Creating additional outdoor recreational opportunities is critical to improving our residents’ quality of life in one of the most densely populated cities in the country.”

The Santa Ana River Bike Trail is approximately 28 miles long in Orange County. Five miles of the Trail run parallel to the Santa Ana River through Santa Ana and provides bicycling and hiking connections to six parks within the city.

The Triangle Park improvement is one of 18 projects statewide that received a total of $18 million from the Coastal Conservancy to protect and restore the California coast and San Francisco Bay, and increase public access to these natural resources.

“I encourage staff at both the Orange County Water Department (OCWD) and the City of Santa Ana to look for opportunities to revitalize the areas surrounding the Santa Ana River and Santiago Creek,” said Ward 1 Councilmember Vicente Sarmiento. “Through projects such as this, we can beautify the community while simultaneously preserving water resources and enhancing environmental sustainability.”

“This grant will help encourage safe mobility, promote healthier lifestyles and increase usage of our bike trail and growing bike lane system by the Santa Ana community,” Ward 2 Councilmember David Penaloza said. “Happy to see this type of investment and looking forward to seeing more.”

Ward 3 Councilmember Jose Solorio stated:
“Santa Ana wasn’t built with a lot of parks, but we’re bringing in new ones every chance we get. This Triangle Park is much welcomed and I can’t wait to take a stroll through it.”

“It is wonderful that the City of Santa Ana has been awarded a grant for the final design and restoration of the Santa Ana River Parkway Triangle Park,” said Ward 4 Councilmember Phil Bacerra. “I grew up near this park, so I know that when it is completed, this project will enhance the environmental and recreational opportunities along the Santa Ana River.”

Mayor Pro Tem Juan Villegas of Ward 5 added:
“I am looking forward to the final design and restoration of the park and trail. This will create new job opportunities and will benefit the community. Bikers, hikers, joggers and other trail users in Santa Ana will have more options for their outdoor activities.”

“I am thrilled to have the bike trail upgraded for the public’s comfort and to enhance nature’s beautiful view,” said Ward 6 Councilmember Nelida Mendoza. “As a bike rider myself, it is important to have rest areas where the public may feel safe and take a moment to re-energize, check your bike, and take a drink of Santa Ana’s cool and purified water. When you see me on the bike trail, give me a smile and a wave. I hope you enjoy this rest stop often!”

For more information on the Coastal Conservancy grants, visit https://scc.ca.gov/.

(IMAGES: Current bike trail by Triangle Park and project concept drawing.)