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Today In SCV History: February 11, 1970 - Groundbreaking For County Civic Center In Valencia img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Today In SCV History: February 11, 1970

Today In SCV History: February 11, 1970 - Groundbreaking For County Civic Center In Valencia img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Today In SCV History: February 11, 1970

Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 02/11/2026 12:36pm

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**Today in SCV History: 1970 Groundbreaking for Los Angeles County Civic Center in Valencia**
On Feb. 11, 1970, Los Angeles County Supervisor Warren M. Dorn broke ground on the County Civic Center in Valencia, a project aimed at centralizing government services for the growing Santa Clarita Valley. The complex eventually housed key facilities including the Sheriff’s Station, regional library and local courts, reflecting the area’s rapid development. Though some departments have since relocated, the Civic Center continues to serve as a hub for government and judicial services.

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