Results Under Mayor Amezcua (2022–2026)

🏠 Homelessness & Housing

• Created two Quality of Life Teams (QOLT) operating 7 days a week for outreach and enforcement

• Expanded permanent supportive housing:

  • 399 units completed

  • 117 units in progress

• Supported major projects like:

  • Legacy Square (housing for at-risk individuals)

  • Crossroads at Washington (mixed-use affordable housing)

• Shifted approach toward long-term solutions, not just temporary relief

👉 Result: Reduction in unsheltered homelessness and stronger service coordination.

🚔 Public Safety & Community Policing

• Increased targeted patrols in high-crime areas

• Expanded community policing strategies

• Strengthened coordination between:

  • Residents

  • Police

  • Community organizations

👉 Result: More visibility, faster response, and improved trust between community and law enforcement.

💰 Economic Development & Investment

• Achieved a $772 million development surge (2023) in permits

• Launched Same-Day Express Permit Program:

  • Faster approvals for residents & small businesses

• Secured $25 million in federal funding for infrastructure (rail crossing project)

• Invested in:

  • Road repairs

  • Public transit

  • City facilities

👉 Result: Faster growth, business support, and infrastructure improvements.

🏘️ Community Engagement & Accessibility

• Monthly Neighborhood Association Meetings

• “Coffee with the Mayor” events across the city

• Established faith-based partnerships with regular meetings

👉 Result: Increased resident participation and direct access to city leadership.
 

🏙️ Regional Leadership & Influence

• Represents Santa Ana on:

  • Orange County Transportation Authority

  • Orange County Water District

  • Southern California Association of Governments

• Chairs regional efforts on housing & homelessness policy

👉 Result: Santa Ana has stronger influence on funding, infrastructure, and regional decisions.