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DTSA streets will be shut down for the OC Pride Parade and Festival on Saturday

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Entertainment, LGBTQ, Orange County, Santa Ana, Traffic Leave a comment

There will be full street closures to through traffic on Saturday, June 25, 2022 for the OC Pride Parade and Festival. Vehicles will not be able to drive in or out of streets with closures.

Parade street closures will be from 4 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022:

Third St. between Parton St. and Bush St.
Fourth St. between Ross St. to Mortimer St.
Ross St. between First St. and Fifth St.
Broadway St. between First St. and Fifth St.
Sycamore St. between First St. and Fifth St.
Main St. between First St. and Fifth St.

City Public Parking Structure will be temporarily closed from 6am-12pm:

201 W. Third St.
310 N. Birch St.

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Festival street closures will be from 4 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022:

Bush St. between First St. and Fifth St.
Spurgeon St. between First St. and Fifth St.
French St. between Third St. and Fifth St.
Third St. between Main St. and French St.
Fourth St. between Broadway and Mortimer St.
Parking Structures Available
420 N. Main St.
300 E. Fifth St.
301 W. Fifth St.

Sidewalk access to businesses will be maintained at all times. Please follow detour signage.

We recommend using alternate routes or plan for possible delays since these street closures will impact traffic flow. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for understanding.

Free OC Vegan Fest set for Feb. 26 in DTSA

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Editor Posted in Entertainment, Food, Food & Health, Restaurants, Santa Ana, Vegan Food Leave a comment

The next OC Vegan Fest, hosted by The Plant District in DTSA, is happening on Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is Santa Ana’s Vegan & Plant Based festival, bringing together some of the best plant based talent around.

The event will include special interactive raffles with prizes during the festival.

FREE entry (register here)
50 Vendors
Family Friendly

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The event will take place at the parking lot located at 253 E. 3rd St., in DTSA. Parking will be available one block away from the venue in the DTSA Parking Lots at 300 E. 5th St.

FOOD/DRINK/DESSERT LINEUP:

@allveganfranks
@ancientzenremedies
@auraganicjuicery
@cenavegan
@champignoneats
@chemistea.llc
@devis.donuts
@doublebatcheese
@drinkerva
@maneatingplantla
@mayascookiessandiego
@mfpplantbased
@oonosushi
@shanestamales
@shibbysteaks
@tropicannasa
@trupotreats
@twobirdsbakingco
@unforgettablelemonade2012
@veganhooligansla
@veggiefam.la
@vuturefood
@wordofmouthtruck

MERCHANT MARKETPLACE:

@anandaayurveda
@thebleachcafe
@cinsvision
@lovecowhugger
@creamsoda.supply
@crystalladyluna
@dr_pooch
@ekilearts
@farmhouse_rescue
@foreverterracotta
@gemineyegemshop
@shopgoldentribe
@headinthe_cloudsdesigns
@livealohadesign
@milyrocksjewelry
@myixchel
@peacesolandsucculents
@pinsandwicks
@plantas.divinas
@quantum_spaces
@sheayobody
@stillwildathleisure
@sistertosisterhaircare
@soultiewaistbeads
@straight.chillin.inc
@tiopanchoshaberdashery
@unbound.estilo
@veganbabemiami
@wrappedenergy

The Plant District is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping plant-based businesses meet their long/short term goals and become a successful thriving company. No matter what level they are at we meet them there and add more value to their business.

We can help with every aspect of growing your business from digital design, printing banners/canopies/tablecloth/etc, menu consultation, finding and obtaining brick and mortar, and even assist with funding.

Free weekday parking offered at DTSA city parking structures to make up for the Streetcar mess

Posted on February 11, 2022 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana will offer free parking from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at four City owned downtown parking structures beginning February 14, 2022. This will offer additional support to downtown businesses affected by the OC Streetcar construction.

From 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. on weekdays, the parking rate will be $1.50 per hour, with the first hour free.

The weekend parking rate of $1.50 per hour, with the first hour free, will remain unchanged.

These rates will apply to the following City-owned parking structures:

3rd Street and Broadway (Artists Village)
3rd and Birch streets
5th and Spurgeon streets
5th and Main streets

For more information on parking options, businesses and events in downtown Santa Ana, please visit http://www.downtown-santaana.com/ and http://www.callecuatromarketplace.com/.

Estacionamiento Gratis entre Semana en las Estructuras que Pertenecen a la Ciudad a Partir del 14 de Febrero

La Ciudad de Santa Ana ofrecerá estacionamiento gratis de 7 de la mañana a las 5 de la tarde de lunes a viernes en cuatro estructuras de estacionamiento que pertenecen a la Ciudad a partir del 14 de febrero de 2022. Esto ofrecerá apoyo adicional a los negocios del centro afectados por la construcción del OC Streetcar.

Desde las 5 de la tarde a las 7 de la mañana de lunes a viernes, la tarifa de estacionamiento será de $1.50 por hora, con la primera hora gratis.

La tarifa de estacionamiento para los fines de semana de $1.50 por hora, con la primera hora gratis, permanecerá sin cambios.

Estas tarifas se aplicarán a las siguientes estructuras de estacionamiento que pertenecen a la Ciudad:

Calle 3rd y Broadway (Artists Village)
Calles 3rd y Birch
Calles 5th y Spurgeon
Calles 5th y Main

Para obtener más información sobre opciones de estacionamiento, negocios y eventos en el centro de Santa Ana, visite http://www.downtown-santaana.com y http://www.callecuatromarketplace.com.

The Chief of the SAPD speaks out on the growing gang violence in Downtown Santa Ana

Posted on February 9, 2022 by Editor Posted in Crime, Gangs, SAPD 2 Comments

The SAPD’s Chief of Police, David Valentine, addressed the growing gang violence in Downtown Santa Ana in a Tweet today.

Valentine noted that the SAPD has developed a comprehensive proactive plan to respond, mitigate and prevent further violent crime from occurring in Downtown Santa Ana.

Valentin also noted that the SAPD’s Strategic Plan involves partners from the City of Santa Ana’s Code Enforcement, Planning and Building Departments as well as local business owners and community members.

Valentine also requested that we report any information regarding public safety concerns in our downtown district to:

SAPD Dispatch (714) 245-8665
Orange County Crime Stoppers 1-855-TIP-OCCS

One question Valentine did not address is what are the businesses in DTSA doing that is attracting out of town gangbangers to the area? And could it be that the gangbangers are former Santa Ana residents who came back to town to visit friends or family only to get caught up in the usual gang shenanigans?

Another fatal gang-related shooting happened in DTSA last night

Posted on February 6, 2022 by Editor Posted in Crime, Gangs, Guns, Santa Ana, SAPD 1 Comment

On Saturday, February 5, 2022, at 11:51 PM, Santa Ana Police Communications received a report of shots fired at 310 W. 5th Street. Officers responded and located a male down suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his upper torso.

Orange County Fire Authority arrived on scene and pronounced the victim deceased. The victim was identified as Pablo De Jesus Lopez (32) of Pacoima, Ca.

The circumstances or motive surrounding the male’s death are currently being investigated.

Detectives are attempting to identify and locate any witnesses who can shed light on this incident.

Anyone with information on the case is asked to call SAPD Homicide Section Detectives at (714) 245-8390, or Orange County Crime Stoppers at 1-855-TIP-OCCS. This case is eligible for the Gang Reward Program.

SAPD detectives arrested a Downtown Santa Ana murder suspect

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Editor Posted in Crime, Gangs, SAPD Leave a comment

On Saturday, January 22nd, 2022, at 10:40 PM, Officers responded to 300 W. 5th Street regarding reports of a shooting. Officers arrived on scene and discovered a male adult victim suffering from gunshot wounds to his upper torso. Orange County Fire Authority pronounced the victim deceased at the scene. The Orange County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as Zion Gonzalez (18) of Moreno Valley, Ca.

During the preliminary investigation, it was determined the shooting occurred outside The West End Kitchen & Pub establishment shortly after an altercation occurred inside. Surveillance video captured the shooting, leading detectives to the identification and arrest of the suspect, Mateo Jerome Paul (19) of Gardena. Further investigation revealed all parties involved were suspected out of county gang members.

With the concurrence from the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, SAPD Homicide detectives booked Paul for CPC 187- Murder. On February 3, 2022, Paul was formally charged for Murder by the Orange County District Attorney’s Office.

Chief David Valentin stated, “Ensuring a safe and vibrant Downtown for all is one of our highest priorities. Our highly skilled and committed homicide detectives, along with our community partnerships and our collaboration with the Gardena Police Department, is the reason this violent criminal was quickly apprehended. We will continue our critical community partnerships to address, mitigate and prevent crime.”

Anyone with additional information on the case is asked to call SAPD Homicide Section Detectives at (714) 245-8390, or Orange County Crime Stoppers at 1-855-TIP-OCCS.

Two men were shot and injured in DTSA early this morning

Posted on June 13, 2021 by Editor Posted in Crime, Santa Ana, SAPD Leave a comment

A shooting incident occurred early this morning in DTSA, in front of a parking structure near the intersection of West 3rd and North Sycamore streets, at around 2:39 a.m., according to County News. The shooting happened near several popular DTSA hangouts including Chapter One, Proof Bar, Lola Gaspar and the Mission Bar.

The shooting left two men injured. Both victims were treated by paramedics at the scene then taken to a local hospital for treatment of injuries deemed non-life threatening.

The responding SAPD patrol officers discovered that the victims had been shot by an unidentified suspect who fled from the area on foot.

The suspect was seen running southbound on Sycamore shortly after shots rang out, according to witnesses.

The SAPD is investigating the circumstances that led up to the double shooting.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Santa Ana Police Department at (714) 245-8665.

Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Orange County Crime Stoppers by calling (855) TIP-OCCS or by visiting their website.

A DUI driver drove up onto a curb in DTSA on Sunday

Posted on May 3, 2021 by Editor Posted in Alcohol, Crime, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana, SAPD 1 Comment

A driver suspected of being under the influence while behind the wheel drove his white Kia sedan up onto a curb, right past where people were eating outside at the popular DTSA restaurant Chapter One, on Sunday, May 2, at about 11:45 a.m.

The car slam into a raised flower bed next to the entrance of the parking structure at the 300 block of W. 3rd St. The driver then exited the Kia and ran but he did not get far. Witnesses were able to catch up to the driver and restrain him until the police arrived.

The white Kia Optima ended up leaking fluids next to the entrance of the Artists Village Parking.

There were at at least 50 people in the outdoor dining area at Chapter One when the suspect’s Kia careened past them.

The suspect driver was strapped onto a stretcher and taken away by ambulance. Witnesses said he appeared to be conscious

The SAPD later arrested the driver on suspicion of DUI. For whatever reason the SAPD did not reveal the suspect’s name.

Fortunately there were no other injuries reported but this could have ended very badly had the car slammed into the outdoor diners. They are protected by barriers but who knows what could have happened in such an instance?

Who gets drunk before noon? On a Sunday?

Environmental Justice Community Forum for Lacy, Logan and DTSA set for 4/27

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Environment, Neighborhood Associations, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The residents of the Lacy, Logan and Downtown neighborhoods are invited to the virtual Environmental Justice Community Forum on Tuesday, April 27 at 6:00 pm.

The City wants to hear your experiences and any suggestions you may have to improve the environmental health and quality of life in your neighborhood. Help directly impact change and participate in the City of Santa Ana General Plan.

Please join the Zoom Meeting at the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/99430094817
or
Join by phone: +1 669 900 9128 US
Meeting ID: 994 3009 4817

To view the meeting flyer in English, Spanish and Vietnamese click here. Your opinion matters. Complete the Environmental Justice survey for a chance to win $100. For additional information, visit our website at https://www.santa-ana.org/general-plan or contact us at (714) 667-2781 or newgeneralplan@santa-ana.org.

Los residentes del vecindario Lacy, Logan y Downtown están invitados al Foro Comunitario virtual de Justicia Ambiental el martes, 27 de abril a las 6:00 pm.

La ciudad quiere escuchar sus experiencias y cualquier sugerencia que pueda tener para mejorar la salud ambiental y la calidad de vida en su vecindario. Ayuda a impactar directamente el cambio y participar en el Plan General de la Ciudad de Santa Ana.

Por favor, únase a la reunión de Zoom en el siguiente enlace
https://zoom.us/j/99430094817
o
Por teléfono:+1 669 900 9128 US
Junta ID: 994 3009 4817

Para ver el folleto de la reunión, haga clic aquí. Tu opinión importa. Complete la encuesta de Justicia Ambiental para tener la oportunidad de ganar $100. Para obtener información adicional, visite nuestro sitio web https://www.santa-ana.org/general-plan o nos puede contactar a (714) 667-2781 o newgeneralplan@santa-ana.org.

Part of northbound Broadway in DTSA to close for streetcar-related construction

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Editor Posted in Public Works, Santa Ana, Traffic Leave a comment

OC Streetcar construction crews will be installing storm drains on Northbound Broadway Street. For the safety of the crews and travelers, Northbound Broadway at 3rd Street to 4th Street will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the weekdays starting tomorrow, Tuesday July 7, 2020 for the remainder of this week and continuing through next Friday July 17, 2020.

Traffic on Northbound Broadway Street will be detoured Eastbound on 3rd Street to Northbound Main Street.

Please use alternate routes and plan for possible delays since this closure will impact traffic flow. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for understanding during the OC Streetcar construction.

For up-to-date construction information, please download the OC Streetcar app available in the App Store and Google Play or follow OCTA on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For any questions about the OC Streetcar project, please contact OCstreetcar@octa.net or (844) 746-6272.

To receive OC Streetcar construction notices visit:
http://www.octa.net/Projects-and-Programs/All-Projects/Rail-Projects/OC-Streetcar/?frm=7683#!Construction

Broadway Con Dirrecion Norte Cerrada en la Calle Tercera

Los equipos de construcción del Tranvía de OC instalarán tubería de desagüe en la calle Broadway entre las calles Tercera y Cuarta. Para la seguridad de los equipos y viajeros, comenzando mañana, martes 7 de Julio de 2020 y para el resto de la semana durante los días laborables y continuando a través del próximo viernes 17 de Julio de 2020, la calle Broadway estará cerrada desde las 8:30 a.m. hasta las 4:00 p.m.

Tráfico en la calle Broadway con dirección norte será desviado sobre la calle Tercera a la calle Main.

Debido al impacto que tendrá este cierre al flujo de tráfico, por favor utilice rutas alternas y espere retrasos de tráfico. Nos disculpamos por cualquier inconveniencia y les agradecemos su entendimiento y cooperación.

Para la información de construcción actualizada, por favor descargue el Tranvía de OC app disponible en el Juego de Google y Tienda de App o siga OCTA en Facebook, Twitter, e Instagram. Para cualquier pregunta sobre el proyecto de Tranvía de OC, por favor comuníquese con OCstreetcar@octa.net o (844) 746-6272.

Para recibir noticias sobre el Tranvía de OC, visite:
http://www.octa.net/Projects-and-Programs/All-Projects/Rail-Projects/OC-Streetcar/?frm=7683#!Construction

One more BLM protest coming to DTSA on June 19

Posted on June 18, 2020 by Editor Posted in Civil Rights, Crime, Police Brutality, Santa Ana, SAPD Leave a comment

Another BLM protest has been set for June 19, in DTSA, at 507 W. 4th St., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Curiously the event organizers posted that the event will be held at “Black Panther Park, in Santa Ana. There is no such park.

The park the organizers are likely referring to is Sasscer Plaza, which was named after an SAPD police officer who was shot and killed by a member of the Black Panthers. Here is what happened, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page:

Officer Officer Nelson Alvin Sasscer was shot and killed when he was ambushed by a member of the radical racist group the Black Panthers.
He had observed the two suspects hiding in the shadows on a residential street, at the intersection of 3rd Street and Raitt Street, and was shot twice in the abdomen as he approached them. Both suspects were arrested later that night.
The shooter was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to five years to life on June 17th, 1970. He was paroled in 1977.
Officer Sasscer was a Vietnam War veteran and had served with the Santa Ana Police Department for 18 months. He had been awarded Rookie of the Year the previous year.
The Black Panthers is a racist, radical group that professed the murders of law enforcement officers. Members and former members of the group were responsible for the murders of at least 15 law enforcement officers and the wounding of dozens more across the nation.

It won’t be long before there is a movement to change the name of Sasscer Plaza to Black Panther Park…

Another protest against police violence set for June 20 in DTSA

Posted on June 16, 2020 by Editor Posted in Civil Rights, Police Brutality, Santa Ana 2 Comments

Another Santa Ana protest against police violence has been set for Saturday, June 20 at 3 p.m., at the corners of 4th & French St.

This event is being touted as a March and Rally. The event organizers are advocating for “no returning to business as usual.” They are asking that all killer cops be jailed.

The DTSA Farmers Market and restaurants are still open

Posted on April 17, 2020 by Editor Posted in Santa Ana Leave a comment

The farmers market and restaurants in Downtown Santa Ana remain open for delivery or take-out during the stay-at-home order.

Place your food or beverage order online or over the phone. Over 30 restaurants and cafés in Downtown Santa Ana are open to serve you. Over a dozen parking spaces have been reserved for 15 minutes of pick-Up or delivery throughout Downtown, or take advantage of two hours of free parking in City owned structures. For a full list of “open for business” restaurants and cafés please visit: www.downtown-santaana.com.

Need fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs, or artisan bread? Visit the Downtown Santa Ana Farmer’s Market every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the corner of 3rd and Bush streets. Social distancing is maintained and encouraged while at the Farmers Market. Online orders are also available with a wide variety of fresh produce.

For details, please visit: www.nativeharvestevents.com. Visitors may park in City structures for free for up to two hours. Find parking structures by visiting: www.santa-ana.org/downtown.

Downtown businesses are doing their part in helping flatten the COVID-19 curve by taking extra precautions as outlined by City, County and State authorities.

Mercado Campesino y Restaurantes en el Centro de Santa Ana Están Abiertos

El mercado campesino y los restaurantes en el Centro de Santa Ana están abiertos para comida para llevar o entregar durante la orden de quedarse en casa.

Haga su pedido de comida o bebida por internet o por teléfono. Más de 30 restaurantes y cafeterías en el Centro de Santa Ana están abiertos para servirle. Se han reservado más de una docena de espacios de estacionamiento para 15 minutos de recogida o entrega en todo el Centro o aproveche el estacionamiento gratuito de 2 horas en las estructuras de la Ciudad. Para obtener una lista completa de restaurantes y cafés abiertos visite: www.downtown-santaana.com.

¿Necesita fruta fresca, verduras, huevos o pan artesanal? Visite el Mercado Campesino del Centro de Santa Ana todos los martes de 10 a.m. a 2 p.m. en la esquina de las calles 3a y Bush. El distanciamiento social se mantiene y se fomenta en el Mercado Campesino. Los pedidos por internet también están disponibles con una amplia variedad de productos frescos.

Para obtener más información visite: www.nativeharvestevents.com. Los visitantes pueden estacionar en las estructuras de la Ciudad de forma gratuita por hasta 2 horas. Encuentre estructuras de estacionamiento visitando: www.santa-ana.org/downtown.

Las empresas del Centro de Santa Ana están haciendo su parte para ayudar a aplanar la curva de COVID-19 al tomar precauciones adicionales como lo describen las autoridades de la ciudad, el condado y el estado.

OC Streetcar construction expands due to COVID-19 closures

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, OCTA, Public Works, Santa Ana, Traffic, Transportation Leave a comment

Starting Tuesday March 24, 2020, while many businesses on 4th Street are closed to the public, Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) will be adding OC Streetcar construction crews during the day and night to replace the water line between Ross Street and Broadway for the next two weeks.

This effort will reduce the time of inconvenience from the OC Streetcar construction significantly. The original timeline to complete this specific work was scheduled from four to six weeks; however, with a 24-hour street closure on 4th Street and crews able to work during the day and night, the construction timeframe will be substantially shorter.

The general daytime work hours for construction activities will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the general nighttime work hours for construction activities will be 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Please note, all scheduled activities are weather permitting and are subject to change.

Governor Newsom has issued a “stay at home” executive order to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Construction of public transportation projects is considered an essential service and is exempt from this order. Work will continue on the OC Streetcar project as scheduled. Safety is our top priority; construction workers will be following all health and safety guidelines.

To receive OC Streetcar construction notices visit:
http://www.octa.net/Projects-and-Programs/All-Projects/Rail-Projects/OC-Streetcar/?frm=7683#!Construction

Thank you for your patience and understanding during the OC Streetcar construction!

Street closures set for this Saturday in DTSA due to the Women’s March

Posted on January 17, 2020 by Editor Posted in Politics, Santa Ana, Traffic, Women Leave a comment

On Saturday, Jan. 18, the following street closures will occur in downtown Santa Ana for a scheduled event (the O.C. Women’s March):

Flower Street between Civic Center Drive and Santa Ana Boulevard will be closed from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m.

6th Street from Boyd Way to Flower Street will be closed from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Some surrounding streets will have intermittent street closures from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Algunas Calles del Centro Cerrarán para un Evento el Sábado, 18 de Enero

Este sábado, 18 de enero, se realizarán los siguientes cierres de calles en el centro de Santa Ana para un evento programado:

Flower Street entre Civic Center Drive y Santa Ana Boulevard estará cerrado de 3 a.m. a 3 p.m.

La Calle 6 de Boyd Way a Flower Street va a estar cerrada de 3 a.m. a 3 p.m.

Algunas calles circundantes tendrán cierres intermitentes de 10 a.m. a 1 p.m.