News & Announcements

Brews & Bites Tickets on Sale

The Santee Brews & Bites 21+ Festival Fundraiser on Saturday, Oct 17, 2026, will be a spooktacular event! Jimmy's Buffet will be headlining this year’s Brews & Bites bringing all of the ghouls from the grave to the rave. Dress in your creepiest, cutest, or kookiest costume as you sip and snack the night away with us at Town Center Community Park East from 5:30 – 9:30 PM.
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Posted on 8/3/2026

Cool Zones

Cool Zones are free, air conditioned spaces to stay cool when it's very hot. The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for San Diego County from 10 AM Friday to 8PM Sunday.  The San Diego County Library: Santee Branch is our nearest Cool Zone.
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Posted on 7/30/2026

We're Hiring: Assistant City Manager

The City of Santee is seeking an experienced, collaborative leader to serve as its next Assistant City Manager.
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Posted on 7/17/2026

County Sewer Rehabilitation at Walker Preserve

Construction for the County of San Diego’s Sewer Rehabilitation Project at the Walker Preserve will begin on Monday, July 13th.
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Posted on 7/9/2026

Thank You To Our Grant Partners

The Santee Fire Department extends its sincere gratitude to the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation & San Diego River Conservancy for its generous grant, which funded the purchase of new fire hoses and nozzles for our firefighters.
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Posted on 6/24/2026

E-Bike - Safety Tips

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Posted on 5/28/2026

Santee's Stars, Stripes and Sights Adventure Series - August Activities

Families can explore Santee by finding and scanning a hidden QR code at locations and events across the City. Each check-in earns an entry into this month’s opportunity drawing. Complete more activities to earn additional entries for a chance to win America250-themed prizes. August's winners and new activities will be announced in September!
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Posted on 3/26/2026

Cuyamaca and Mission Gorge Right-Turn Lane Construction

Construction is underway on a new right-turn lane from Cuyamaca to Mission Gorge. Work hrs: (Mon–Fri) 7:30a–4p or 9p–6a. Access to Chevron & Raising Cane’s will remain open during construction.
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Posted on 10/2/2025

New County Animal Shelter Under Construction in Santee

There is currently a new County of San Diego Department of Animal Service Animal Shelter under construction in Santee on the northwest corner of Magnolia Avenue and Riverview Parkway. What does that mean for Santee residents?
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Posted on 1/30/2025

Santee Street Tree Program

Santee residents can participate in the free Street Tree Program. Residents who have a house with a parkway in front of it – a strip of landscaping between the sidewalk area and curb—may qualify for a free tree.
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Posted on 10/16/2024