To keep the community informed about what's happening in the City on a weekly basis, a City Manager's Weekly Update is sent via eNews to those who subscribe to the City notices at http://sanjuancapistrano.org/.

To view the current City Manager’s update, click here. 

The City Council created the Wall of Recognition to honor individuals whose service to the community has made the City of San Juan Capistrano a more productive and enjoyable place to live, work and visit. This year’s nomination period is now open and will close at 4:30 p.m., Friday, October 22.

For nomination criteria and instructions for submitting a nomination, please see City Council Policy 121. For questions or to submit a nomination, please contact Matisse Reischl at mreischl@sanjuancapistrano.org or (949) 443-6315. 

Once the City Council makes its selection, an unveiling ceremony of the new additions will take place at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center, where the Wall of Recognition is located. 

At its August 19 meeting, the Orange County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) unanimously approved Santa Margarita Water District’s (SMWD) annexation of the City’s water and sewer utility systems. This is the culmination of a six-year process that began in 2015. The LAFCO report noted that “the transfer would result in enhanced efficiency and more cost-effective delivery of these services to the (City of San Juan Capistrano) ratepayers,” and that “the transfer of the systems and operations to SMWD will result in improved water supply reliability, completion of capital improvement projects that support upgrades and long-term maintenance of the systems, and rate stability for the utility customers.” The actual transfer of the City’s utility systems to SMWD is expected to occur later this fall. 

Joint Press Release - City of San Juan Capistrano and Santa Margarita Water District 

In partnership with the American Red Cross, the City is hosting a monthly blood drive beginning in September through the end of the year. Appointments will be available on September 2, October 19, November 9 and December 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the San Juan Capistrano Community Center located at 25925 Camino Del Avion. Sign up for an appointment at the American Red Cross website using sponsor code CityofSJC.

The City is continuing to follow the guidance of public health professionals and taking measures to slow the spread of the virus. Please continue to visit the City's dedicated COVID-19 webpage for information, resources, and instructions for accessing essential City services.

Please visit the City's Building Department webpage to access instructions for electronic permitting and project submittal. Please e-mail b2@sanjuancapistrano.org or call (949) 443-6347 with questions. 

Residents are encouraged to visit ReadyOC for information on starting an emergency preparedness kit, making a plan for their family and pets, and staying connected to receive the most up-to-date information from your public safety providers. To stay informed, residents can also register for AlertOC, the mass notification system utilized by the City to notify residents and businesses of emergencies that may require immediate lifesaving actions. To register, visit the AlertOC website or text ALERTOC to 888777.

To keep the community informed about what's happening in the City on a weekly basis, a City Manager's Weekly Update is sent via eNews to those who subscribe to the City notices at http://sanjuancapistrano.org/.

To view the current City Manager’s update, click here. 

To keep the community informed about what's happening in the City on a weekly basis, a City Manager's Weekly Update is sent via eNews to those who subscribe to the City notices at http://sanjuancapistrano.org/.

To view the current City Manager’s update, click here.