Source: The Signal
Date: 03/09/2026 6:04pm

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SCV Water Board Approves Ordinance Establishing Penalties for Fire Hydrant Water Theft Under SB 394
The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency board has approved a new ordinance establishing penalties for unauthorized water use from fire hydrants, aligning with California’s recently enacted Senate Bill 394. The measure strengthens enforcement tools, clarifies violations, and allows the agency to impose fines and recover costs to protect public safety, water system integrity, and ratepayers from losses due to theft.

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