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Public Review of Draft Housing Element Open through October 30th

The Public Review Draft Housing Element is available for public review and comment from September 29th through October 30th.

All cities in the six-county Southern California region, including the City of Rancho Santa Margarita, must update their General Plan Housing Elements by October 15, 2021.  Housing Elements must include an eight-year plan for new housing growth, ...

National Prescription Medication Take-Back Day slated for Saturday, October 23rd

The Orange County Sheriff's Department is offering a safe and convenient way to dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired medication. National Prescription Medication Take-Back Day is Saturday, October 23, 2021.

National Prescription MedicationTake-Back Day

Saturday, October 23rd10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.City Hall Parking Lot - 22112 El Paseo

The Orange County Sheriff's Department is offering a safe and convenient way to dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired...

Veterans Day Recognition

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita invites veterans and their families to the Annual Veterans Day recognition and reception on Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

Veterans Day Recognition

Wednesday, November 10^th6:15 p.m. Reception7:00 p.m. City Council Meeting and Recognition CeremonyRancho Santa Margarita City Hall

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita invites veterans and their families to the 7^th Annual Veterans Day...

Halloween Family Festival returns to Central Park

Join us on Sunday, October 31st from 2-5 p.m. for SAMLARC's Fall Family Fest. Families can trick-or-treat in a safe and welcoming environment, play in bounce houses and inflatables, enter the costume contest, and join in the child and pet costume parade.

Attendees are encouraged to capture their favorite memories at a festive photo booth, purchase refreshments from local vendors, and enjoy music, games, and more. SAMLARC is proud to host this event in partnership with the RSM Chamber of Commerce and the C...

Notice of Construction - Melinda Median Extension Project

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita and its contractor, I.E. General Engineering, will begin construction of the Melinda Median Extension Project on September 22, 2021.

The Melinda Median Extension construction project includes removing the plain concrete median located immediately south of Paseo Alegria and replacing it with a decorative raised median. 

Construction hours will be Monday through Friday, from 8:00...