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A Record of Success Serving Santa Clarita

Preserving our history, improving Old Town Newhall

Formed the open space district to stop sprawl & protect open spaces through acquiring nearly 13,000 acres of land

Advocated for senior home construction and worked to create the new Senior Center

Enhanced our Public Safety to keep our streets safe

Founded and created our over 100-mile trail system

Completed the Cross Valley Connector to decrease trafﬁc congestion

Expanded economic development programs to create more local jobs

Honored our veterans and created Veterans Historical Plaza and an 87-unit Homes 4 Families home project for Veterans

Opposing the prison in Saugus for violent felons

Increased our budget reserves to over $19 million

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Mayor Laurene Weste

Passionate for Santa Clarita

hen talking to Santa Clarita Mayor Laurene Weste, it is immediately evident the passion and love she has for the City of Santa Clarita and for protecting the natural environment that surrounds the Valley. She was the driving force behind the Open Space Preservation District, which was passed by 67% of voters back in 2007. “The goal was to preserve a green belt corridor around our City,” said Mayor Weste. “That is what the public wanted — to know once the land was purchased and dedicated that it was theirs forever. Here we are some 15 years later, and there are more than 13,000 acres of preserved open space that are protected for future generations to enjoy. Our residents are very cognizant of the value of open space, not only for our environment but also for their health.” Weste was honored in 2019 by the National Parks Conservation Association for her vision and leadership in protecting open space and in progressing the Rim of the Valley Campaign, an effort to expand the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area for the benefit of current and future generations. Within the 13,000 acres of open space, residents and visitors alike can explore the miles of trails on foot, bicycle or horseback. “I started working on the City’s trail system decades ago,” remembers Mayor Weste. “Now, we have over 100 miles of Class 1 trails for residents to explore. You can hop on a trail right in the middle of our City and take it all the way into our open space. That was my whole goal, to keep you safe and away from traffic. The majority of people want that because it is easy, less stressful and you don’t have to fight the traffic. There isn’t another trail system like ours anywhere else in the nation.”

City of Santa Clarita City Mayor Laurene Weste meets members of Equestrian Trails Group Inc. who attended the ribbon for the Gates Family Wildlife Preserve in the Newhall Pass Open Space. PHOTO BY DAN WATSON / THE SIGNAL Throughout the pandemic, Santa Clarita residents greatly benefitted from the trails. The City made a point of keeping outdoor recreational activities open and available to residents when other agencies were shutting everything down. “Being out in nature is crucial to wellbeing,” said Mayor Weste. “We made sure our residents had access to our trails and parks throughout the shutdown.” Mayor Weste also played a major role in the development of City parks. She served on the City’s very first Parks Commission and took the City from just seven parks at incorporation — to the 36 amazing parks we have today — and she is not finished. “There are several exciting enhancements currently underway at our City parks,” Mayor Weste said. “The Central Park buildout will bring four additional fields, an exercise staircase, upgrades to the dog park, new restrooms and, of course, additional parking. We heard wonderful feedback from residents following the opening of the inclusive play area at Canyon Country Park in

2020, and progress is underway to construct a new inclusive play area at West Creek Park. The City is also planning to add an outdoor roller rink at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex, enhancements at David March Park, working on expanding Canyon Country Park and looking for opportunities to add more parks to our system.” Mayor Weste is committed to the future of the City of Santa Clarita while remaining committed to preserving its history, culture and traditions. “Santa Clarita wasn’t born overnight, and it didn’t become one of the best cities in America by chance,” she said. “Lessons from the past inform the future.” From the creation of the 8,000-acre Santa Clarita Woodlands Park and the preservation of the historic oil town of Mentryville in the 1990s to the restoration of Heritage Junction Historic Park today and numerous points in between, Laurene Weste has played key roles. Look no further than the thriving arts and entertainment district of Old Town Newhall to see her dedication. Since the 1800s, when gold was first discovered in

nearby Placerita Canyon, Newhall became the historic core of Santa Clarita. Today it is a bustling downtown area offering entertainment, tasting rooms, farm-to-table restaurants, boutique shops and worldclass events. “I am proud of all the work we’ve done revitalizing Old Town Newhall,” said Mayor Weste. “As a big supporter of local businesses, I am happy to see their thriving success mixed perfectly with the old west charm of the area.” That hometown feel is never more present than during the annual Fourth of July Parade. Mayor Weste has long been a leader of the SCV Parade Committee, helping direct all aspects of the beloved event. “Santa Clarita is patriotic through and through,” said Mayor Weste. “It is evident in the deep reverence we have for our veterans and active-duty military and in the amazing community turnout for our Fourth of July Parade.” The annual parade kicks off in front of William S. Hart Park, where Weste’s involvement is legendary. As President of the Friends of See WESTE, page PA8

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Investing in our Community

BY SUPERVISOR KATHRYN BARGER

n the Santa Clarita Valley, our community’s economy is making a comeback because of the dedication of local organizations, businesses, and neighbors who have lent their support to residents’ recovery and rejuvenation. I’m a proud supporter of this important work. In the past two years, my office has invested more than $6.3 million in the Santa Clarita Valley to support residents of all ages and at all stages of life. I awarded the Santa Clarita Valley Boys & Girls Club two grants so youth can learn, play, and grow through a summer camp program at Val Verde Park and at the new clubhouse at Castaic Middle School. I’ve invested in the quality of life of our seniors at the incredible Bella Vida senior center, dedicating funds to build their gorgeous facility and provide 600 meals for clients every day. To combat the local homelessness crisis, I’ve also allocated funding to the new Bridge to Home permanent shelter and to the new Family Promise resource center and affordable housing units. These projects will collectively add dozens of new beds along with health, mental health, career readiness, and housing navigation resources. These are just a few of the dozens of organizations I am committed to investing in throughout the year. Hope and opportunity are on the horizon thanks to these strong partnerships and our collective ded-

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger addresses a group of veterans at the 2021 Veterans Golf Tournament. SIGNAL FILE PHOTOS

Supervisor Barger can be found all around Santa Clarita participating in several community events. ication to support the Santa Clarita Valley community. A special thanks to just a few of my many nonprofit partners: Boys & Girls Club, Bridge to Home, Carousel Ranch, Child and Family Center,

Circle of Hope, COC Foundation, Family Promise, Samuel Dixon, Santa Clarita Sunrise Rotary, SCV Chamber of Commerce, SCV Senior Center, SCVEDC, Salvation Army, and Valley Industry Association. 

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Selina Thomas Runs for City Council

elina Thomas is a unique candidate. Not only does she have a thriving Human Resource company she has assembled a dream team for her city council run that has already hosted innovative campaign fundraising events with great success. Diana Pretzlaff, a political fundraiser, recently relocated to Santa Clarita and Selina’s campaign fundraising director says. “It’s been so exciting to reach out to people in the community about Selina and everyone I call immediately wants to lend support. Everyone I contact has nothing but positive things to say about her. I have fund raised for many other candidates and the way people respond when I talked to them about her is inspiring. Selina is a very rare type of candidate, people see her compassion for people and her hard-work. I am honored to be part of her campaign.” “The difference in this campaign is that I have a great group of people around me and I gave myself more time to run. Everyone on my team is special and they believe in my vision for service in our community. The grassroots effort is truly turning into a movement and it’s palpable whenever I am out and about. People I have never met let me know they appreciate my positive campaign and my outlook. That tells me I’m in the right place and I’ll continue to do that. I’m excited about the relationships I built in this community.” Selina is thrilled to have her three daughters Madison, Miya and Morgan play such a huge role in her campaign. “As a single mom I raised them here and they created a life and names for themselves. They will have life long friends from this communi-

ty because Santa Clarita cultivates great relationships. My daughter Miya recently graduated from Saugus high school as a highly awarded honors scholar athlete. She received many academic and athletic scholarship offers ultimately it’s because of the great schools here and the athletics that I could position her to go into the world and do great things. My candidacy truly represents what

possible in this community I’m very proud of that!” As a board member for the Santa Carita International Film Festival and for the Wish Education Foundation Selina lends her time and passion for people to the positive organizations in the community. Look for Ms. Thomas to continue to campaign in the coming months. For more information go to www. SelinaThomasforCityCouncil.com 

A Fresh Outlook for SCV Selina’s Top 5 Priorities • Economic Growth and Business Development — at a pace that makes sense • Education - Maintaining our exceptional distinguished schools • Public Safety - Support for law enforcement • Support and Recovery for small businesses • Developing an Inclusive Community through civil engagement and outreach

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Former Congressman Buck McKeon Endorses Bill Miranda

oday I am proud to announce my endorsement of former Mayor and current City Councilmember Bill Miranda for reelection this November. I have known Bill for almost fifteen years and in that time have found him to be a person of high intelligence, integrity and with a passion for serving others. Bill grew up in New York City. He is an Air Force veteran, former Fortune 500 business executive, successful entrepreneur, founder of the SCV Latino Chamber of Commerce, author of two published inspirational books and a long-time community leader. Bill has been a great addition to the City Council for almost six years. In that time he has voted to support our local veterans, seniors and many of our non-profit organizations. Of great importance in these troubled times, Bill has been a strong advocate of public safety and our Sheriff Department. Last year, in the toughest time of the Covid pandemic, Bill served as Mayor of the city. He showed great leadership by visiting dozens of medical facilities and thanking our caregivers for their incredible dedication to their work. He organized a “gift giving” program for caregivers that raised over $40,000 in gift cards from local small businesses that were in dire need of support. Bill’s mayoral year also featured the opening of the Laemmle Theater, The Cube Ice Skating and Entertainment Center, the new Sheriff station and the new Canyon Country Community Center all of which he supported with his votes. Bill is married to Virginia a local artist and small businesswoman. They

have three daughters and six grandchildren. The next four years are critical to the continued success of Santa Clarita. Bill Miranda will continue to work together with the community for an

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Hart Park organization, she has spearheaded efforts to add amenities to William S. Hart’s former estate for the benefit of the visiting public — from a banquet facility with a full kitchen to outdoor movies on a giant screen. Elsewhere in the park, Weste has been directing the rehabilitation of several

important historic buildings that have been rescued from various parts of our City by the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society. When the restoration is complete, the public will be able to enjoy the wonderfully preserved Saugus Train Station Museum, a new museum inside the Pardee House from Newhall, the Edison House from Saugus, the Mitchell Adobe from Canyon Country, the Newhall Ranch

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House from today’s Valencia and more. The nearby Pioneer Oil Refinery, California’s first productive refinery and possibly the world’s oldest in existence today, was preserved “in place” as a direct result of Weste’s efforts. The City is currently restoring it and preparing it to open as a City park. “Our unique history is the foundation of our community and gives us a strong connection to our roots. The people who came before us did amazing things and left us with a legacy that’s worthy of carrying into the future.” Her work might be considered historical, but it’s not all about saving the best parts of the past. Weste and the City have been creating new history with new facilities that will serve our current populations for 50 to 100 years or more — while simultaneously fighting outside agitators who would do harm to our community. She has played a key role in the decades-long fight against mega-mining in Soledad Canyon. The CEMEX contracts were issued by the federal government in 1990 and would allow for the mining of 56 million tons of sand and gravel, which would add up to 1,164 truck trips a day to local roads and freeways. A recent ruling by the U.S. District Court vacated previous decisions that the contracts were expired or terminated. “These contracts were canceled by the Bureau of Land Management, and that decision was subsequently reaffirmed by the Interior Board of Land Appeals,” said Weste, who is also a member of the CEMEX City Council Ad Hoc Committee. “To reverse the action and reinstate the CEMEX mining contracts puts our residents, natural environment, wildlife and our community’s quality of life — in danger. This issue is far from over, and we will continue to fight and op-

pose any and all mining in Soledad Canyon.” Another issue of public safety, which is a top priority for the Mayor, is the placement of juvenile serious offenders at Camp Scott in Bouquet Canyon. The Camp is in a severe fire and flood zone, which would put inmates, staff and residents in danger should an evacuation be necessary. Mayor Weste is also a longtime member of the Sanitation District and pushed the use of ultraviolet light to decontaminate the sewage plants in Santa Clarita. “We completely bring it to almost drinking quality water standards,” she said. Her love for animals led her to advocate and work on changing state law on animal abuse in 1988 with (then-state Sen.) Ed Davis and felony abuse was put in place so that extreme cruelty would be handled. “And we have seen that actually affect change — I’m very proud to have worked on that legislation,” Mayor Weste said. “I saw animals being destroyed — it used to be that at our shelter at Castaic, a majority of the animals were not getting homes and were being euthanized. Today, most of all placeable animals get homes.” She is also a rescuer herself. “I have horses, donkeys, cats, dogs and pot belly pigs.” Looking back on her accomplishments so far, “it’s been a lot of work to put in the basic pieces to create this synergy where you don’t have to leave your community to have wonderful opportunities.” Above all, “I look forward to working hard and continuing the collaboration between the City, residents and local organizations to keep Santa Clarita one of the very best places to live in the nation. Together we can accomplish much.” 

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Dr. Joshua Corben, O.D.,has been with Corben Optometry since 2002. His father, Michael, has practiced in the Santa Clarita Valley for more than four decades.PHOTO BY DAN WATSON / THE SIGNAL BY ALICIA DOYLE

s the oldest, continuous running optometric office in Santa Clarita, Corben Optometry is a family practice that offers a wide range of services, including pediatric and adult eye exams. “We specialize in specialty contact lens fittings, scleral lenses, keratoconnus and corneal disorder fittings,” said Dr. Joshua Corben, O.D., who has been with the practice since 2002, and whose father, Michael, has practiced in the Santa Clarita Valley for more than four decades.

Clarita, Corben Optometry is also involved in the community’s philanthropic efforts. For instance, “we have worked with the Lions Club to offer free eye exams and glasses to community members that do not have insurance — we have done over 4,000 of these,” Dr. Corben said. Additionally, “we have been involved in various charities within the communities, including the Boys and Girls Club and Child and Family Center.” Over the years, certain business philosophies have maintained the success of Corben Optometry.

Extensively Trained Staff Customer Satisfaction His staff is trained to treat most types of eye infections and glaucoma, as well as dry eyes and allergies, and can also remove foreign bodies, such as metal or debris, from the eyes. “We carry every type of contact lens from daily lens to multifocal in the office so most of the time patients can leave the same day in contact lenses,” said Dr. Corben, who is fluent in English and Spanish.

Largest Glass Inventory

Corben Optometry also offers one of the largest inventories of glasses in the Santa Clarita Valley from every price point. “We have an in-house edging system to allow for fast and convenient return of made glasses,” said Dr. Corben, adding that they also co-manage cataract, Lasik and eyelid surgeries with some of the premiere surgeons in the Los Angeles area. “We will find the right surgeon for your needs.” Corben Optometry is especially unique because “we are on all vision panels, and with the changing insurance environment, we can service our patients as they navigate the vision insurance landscape,” Dr. Corben noted.

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“The most important thing is making sure the patient is happy — we believe that our patients are family and we should treat them as such,” Dr. Corben emphasized. “I live and work within the community and see the direct effect on our abilities to keep the ocular health and vision of our patients.” Corben Optometry has been established for five decades, “and we have seen the community grow and change,” he noted. “This growth has been important for the growth of the practice. Also, we see multi-generational families that return to us year after year.”

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Above all, the ultimate goal at Corben Optometry “is to become the place for your all your eye care needs in the Santa Clarita Valley.” As far as the future is concerned, “we always want to adapt with new technology and grow,” Dr. Corben added, “and maintain the high level of expertise and train all of the staff at the office to be able to answer and help any patient that walks in the door.” For more information, visit corbenoptometry. com or call (661) 2592168. 

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Dr. Harleen leads Skyline Smiles

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“It doesn’t feel like a dental office,” she continhat you see, hear, ued. “It feels more like a smell and feel are cool hangout spot, like the key senses, and if Apple store. It’s very high those senses are comforttech.” able, you’re going to have While designing the a better experience — esoffice, she knew that “nopecially when visiting the body wants to go to the dentist. dentist. So I thought, what’s This experience can be going to make my patients found at Skyline Smiles in feel comfortable?” Santa Clarita, where the With that, she put arowaiting room is equipped matherapy in all the rooms with iPads and toys so chilfor smell, placed televisions dren don’t feel anxiety while on the ceiling for sight, and they’re waiting to be seen, provided noise-cancelling and where brushing stations Skull Candy headphones have an iPhone connected “so patients don’t hear the to lights behind a mirror so machines. We also have kids can brush their teeth to weighted blankets that can their favorite song. help patients with anxiety.” In other sensory high“Our motto is: the perlights, patients in the dental fect patient experience,” chair can watch a televiDr. Harleen further emsion on the ceiling while phasized. “We want every wearing wireless, noise-can- patient who walks in to feel celling headphones. Each like they’re the most importT.V. is also individually conant person in the room.” trolled so the patient can Located in Suite B at watch whatever they want 28532 La Madrid Drive in to watch—giving them a Santa Clarita, Skyline Smiles sense of control. utilizes state-of-the-art tech“I took a long time to nologies and industry-leaddesign the office myself,” ing methods to develop said Dr. Harleen Grewal, customized solutions that who brings her years of help patients 10 years of experience and exception- age and older create and al chairside manner to her maintain brighter, healthier smiles. practice.

Dr. Harleen Grewal. PHOTO BY DAN WATSON / THE SIGNAL “We know it can be all too easy to let healthy oral habits fall by the wayside, no matter what age you are, so we take the time to educate our patients and create personal programs that suit you,” Dr. Harleen said. “Whether you are in need of a filling, teeth whitening treatment, clear aligner, or deep cleaning, our skilled dental professionals can help.” General dentistry offerings at Skyline Smiles include deep cleanings,

composite fillings and tooth extractions. Additionally, a wide variety of pediatric dentistry services include dental sealants, which are thin, protective coatings that prevent tooth decay; and pediatric crowns for children who develop a deep cavity or severely damaged tooth. “Pediatric crowns can prevent further complications while restoring your child’s ability to bite and See SMILES, page PB 8

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Action Family Counseling Creates a ‘Safe Place’ BY ALICIA DOYLE

ith the objective of passing the wisdom and expertise he has obtained in his decades of sobriety, Cary Quashen has dedicated his life to helping troubled teens and their families as well as adults struggling with drug abuse tendencies. “I was driven by my passion after getting sober and saw the incredible need,” said Quashen, the developer of Action Family Counseling who celebrates 41 years of sobriety this year, and has been a nationally recognized mental health expert in the drug and alcohol treatment and rehabilitation industry for more than three decades. “We create a safe place where people feel loved and empowered,” he said, further emphasizing that “my ultimate goal is putting myself out of business.” Established in 1997, Action Family Counseling has assisted countless families in Southern California as well as the entire United States. The parent and teen support program currently operates in Santa Clarita. Quashen developed and operates the Action Family Counseling Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centers with two adult rehab treatment centers, and three intensive outpatient treatment cen-

ACTION Founder Cary Quashen prepares for a group therapy session. PHOTO BY CHRIS TORRES / THE SIGNAL ters in Santa Clarita and Bakersfield. In January 2018, Action launched an adult Sober Living in SCV, called the Action Sober Living & Extended Care Santa Clarita Ranch. On a community level, Action’s involvement includes partnering with the Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Department and the City of Santa Clarita on many on-going preventative programs. “We also have a daily partnership with our local school system for the Training, Intervention and Drug Education program, established in cooperation with the William S. Hart School District.” Since Quashen launched his effort, former President George Bush, Governor

Pete Wilson, former Senator Alan Cranston, former Mayor Tom Bradley, city council members and countless school districts have acknowledged Action. Over the years, the program has been featured in several public interest articles in the Los Angeles Times, the Los Angeles Daily News and other local newspapers, as well as national television news broadcasts. In related endeavors, Quashen is the host of the Cary Quashan Hour and the Real Deal podcast with The Signal. He largely credits support from the Santa Clarita community for Action’s ongoing success. “Even though it is the third largest city in Los Angeles County, it is very

much like a small town,” Quashen noted. The small town feel allows Action’s success to be shared throughout the valley through personal experiences, stories on the radio, newspaper, magazines, websites and social media. “Our relationships with all our public officials, law enforcement, local school districts and the positive awareness we have created through our successful interventions have established us as the go to authority when a family or individual is in crisis,” he said. For more information visit www.actiondrugrehab. com, or call (800) 3678336. 

1 out of 6 Americans will have an alcohol or drug problem in their lifetime. Many won’t seek help. “There is help available.” I’m Cary Quashen — writing not only to shine light on the amazing Action programs & team but also to develop relationships with community leaders, families, and local advocates who are also on the front lines defending families in our community from the horrors of alcohol & drug addiction.

Action is a drug rehabilitation center that has been serving families in & around Santa Clarita Valley for the past 20+ years.

The Action treatment programs have helped countless young people & adults to turn their lives around for the better. ACTION DRUG REHABS Beginning w/ a cost-free confidential assessment, Action offers inpatient RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT CENTERS, INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT & FULL DAY TREATMENT. Client’s struggling with substance abuse are provided with the tools needed to maintain sobriety and to manage the co-occurring mental health challenges associated. Alcohol and Drug Treatment. Action’s programs are contracted with nearly all HMO & PPO Health Insurance plans, covering up to 100% of treatment costs.

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health issues.” Peer groups and social ounded more than two interactions are a critical decades ago, Insight part of development during Treatment was initially adolescence, and Insight inspired by recognizing a provides treatment and need for an intensive outhealthy opportunities for patient program for teens teens to build community battling addiction. at a time when community “At the time, very few building has become more programs were available to important and simultaneteens that included longously more difficult than term intensive care other ever before. than residential programs,” “As our communities said Karissa Provost, a Libegin to re-open, teens censed Marriage and continue to be faced with Insight Treatment team members Luther Graves, Kara Long, Sarah Family Therapist who is the Contreras, Alexa Aversano and Clinical Director Karissa Provost at Insight emotional distress and Clinical Director of Insight Treatment. PHOTO BY DAN WATSON / THE SIGNAL Insight provides intensive Treatment in Santa Clarita. ways, however, underneath treatment for long lasting “Insight provides opportuni- tive behaviors, aggression, healing,” said Provost. those behaviors emotional isolation, self-harming,” ty for teens and their famiWhat’s next for Insight? pain exists,” Provost said. lies to receive intensive ser- explained Provost, further “Our Executive Director “Since there is not a quick vices while keeping families adding that relationship Frederik Schulin, is always difficulties, academic chal- solution, Insight offers longintact, and has expanded seeking new opportuniterm support services with into providing more mental lenges, and family discord ties for Insight to expand a multidisciplinary team may be bi-products of health care.” and deepen the work … to heal families for lasting underlying and untreated Designed for ages 13 to through fostering new relaresults.” emotional pain. 19, Insight Treatment is an tionships in the communities When considering the “Insight Treatment prointensive outpatient proof Insight locations, openpressures teens and their grams are effective and gram for teens struggling ing additional locations, families are facing in toappropriate for families with mental health and/ and/or creatively providing facing some of these issues day’s times, it is more imor substance abuse issues opportunities for families and who are willing to take portant than ever to have who may need more supto receive additional care programs like Insight availa more life encompassing port than one time weekly and support,” Provost said. able, Provost emphasized. approach to treatment.” therapy sessions — but are “As a clinical director at “The COVID-19 panInsight incorporates “a not in need of living in a resInsight’s Santa Clarita lodemic has changed what fun and creative” clubidential treatment facility. cation, I look forward to day-to-day life looks like house-like atmosphere for Typical mental health continuously evaluating our for everyone,” she said. teens to be able to safely concerns may include — “Anxiety, stress, and uncer- programs and incorporatbut not be limited to — feel- express their emotional ing additional services for tainty are more prevalent pain and challenges with ings of depression, anxiety, our Insight families.” than ever before and has their peers and staff, and and unresolved trauma. For more information, call wrecked-havoc on the lives engage in fun pro-social “Teens act out in a mulof teens and has exacer(888) 295-9995 or visit titude of ways and some activities. examples include addicbated existing emotional “Teens act out in various insighttreatment.com. 

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ith a wide range of services including chemical peels, laser hair removal, injectables, medical-grade facials and microneedling, Mind Body Infusion Med Spa has the solution to create your aesthetic goals. Located in Suite C at 28532 La Madrid Drive in Santa Clarita, the entire team at Mind Body Infusion Med Spa is focused on providing clients with the highest quality of care in Santa Clarita and the surrounding areas. “Our goal is to embrace your vitality and improve your health and wellness for an overall better quality of life,” said Dr. Harleen Grewal, the company’s CEO who is also a beloved dentist in town at Skyline Smiles in Santa Clarita. Harleen’s husband, Dr. Yuvraj Grewal, founded Mind Body Infusion Med Spa with the goal of providing a combination of holistic and medical treatment options for whole-body health and wellness without the need for a doctor’s ap-

pointment, medical insurance, or a referral. “We give people access to medical care that isn’t necessarily prescription-based—it’s a holistic approach where you can take care of your health,” Harleen explained. Dr. Grewal’s approach to whole-body wellness is backed by science and evidential proof to ensure that products and services at Mind Body Infusion Med Spa are always modern and up to date with the latest healthcare innovations. He also customizes all-natural remedies for each patient’s unique needs. For instance, patients who are feeling fatigued or under the weather can undergo a vitamin infusion to get back to an optimal mind-body balance. “We do IV therapy vitamin infusions to increase energy, boost your metabolism and prevent getting sick all the time — especially with Covid,” said Harleen, adding that IV infusion therapy can also help those experiencing migraines or chronic headaches.

Dr. Grewal can also help restore balance to the digestive system and improve metabolism for patients experiencing abdominal pain, bloating, or weight gain. “We also do body contouring,” Harleen noted. “The best thing we have is the Emerald Laser—people lose an average of 15 to 20 pounds over the course of 8 to 12 sessions.” She noted that Mind Body Infusion Med Spa is the only place in California that offers this Emerald Laser treatment—which is considered the most advanced fat-loss laser in the world. “The Emerald Laser … requires no pain, no downtime, and patients experience no side effects as a result,” Harleen explained. “As if that did not make it unique enough, it is the only FDA-approved non-invasive fat loss laser, so this treatment is truly one-ofa-kind. Unlike other treatments, the results from the Emerald laser fat removal process were classified as ‘non-temporary’ by the FDA.”

Dr. Yuvraj Grewal. PHOTO BY DAN WATSON / THE SIGNAL The Emerald Laser might sound like magic—and it can certainly feel magic— but it is simply science. “Light energy works at a cellular level at specific wavelengths and creates a small transitory pore in the fat cells that allows fatty liquid to seep out,” explained Harleen, adding that the body processes the fatty liquids naturally through the lymphatic system. “At this point, the fat cells shrink, which is a healthier See INFUSION, page PB 8

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and safer way to remove fat than other methods that simply kill the cells.” In other highlights, Mind Body Infusion Med Spa is home to Sonja Leahy, FNP-C, a highly respected Nurse Practitioner in the Santa Clarita Valley who has brought her aesthetic professionalism and dedication to brightening lives to the establishment. Sonja began her journey in 1999, obtaining her Associates of Science Nursing from College of the Canyons. Furthering herself for the next 20 years, Sonja forged on to become a Registered Nurse for cosmetic injections, laser procedures, public health, and family nurse practices. Mind Body Infusion opening in 2021 “only brought another opportunity for Sonja to practice her craft,” Harleen said. “Sonja takes pride in bonding with each patient and allotting herself the time to truly get to know the wants and needs of her patients. Creating works of art is her passion, and with years of experience our patients are far from disappointed.” Additionally, “our office setting is designed for comfort and intended to provide a peaceful, welcoming environment,” Harleen emphasized. “We try to make everyone as comfortable as

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chew,” Dr. Harleen explained. “By preserving a child’s baby teeth, it’s possible to prevent more serious oral health problems later on.” Skyline Smiles also offers a variety of cosmetic dentistry services, including tooth-colored fillings made of composite resin that blend with your tooth enamel; as well as veneers, which are custom-tailored pieces of ceramic or composite resin that your dentist bonds to the front of your permanent teeth. They also do crowns, bridges, and dental bonding, as well as whitening. Other offerings include sedation dentistry, which uses medication to help

ern life,” she added. “If you have any additional questions about our medspa or the services we offer, a

member on our staff will be happy to assist you.” For more information, call (661) 441-3325.

you relax during a dental treatment. “Most sedation allows you to remain awake throughout treatment,” explained Dr. Harleen, adding that the types of sedation dentistry offered include nitrous oxide, oral and IV. “You’re still aware of your surroundings and can follow your dentist’s instructions, but there’s no risk of pain or discomfort.” If you need to undergo a complex oral procedure or you suffer from extreme anxiety, “we might recommend general anesthesia,” she noted. “General anesthesia puts you to sleep. Once you wake up, you’ll have no recollection of the procedure.” Skyline Smiles is also proud to offer an innovative area of dental medi-

cine called Dentox, which provides dentists with the ability to add Botox in their treatment. “It’s dental Botox for people who have TMJ issues…sore jaws from clenching and grinding at night. They get muscle soreness that leads to jaw soreness and headaches,” Dr. Harleen said. “You can inject Botox into the muscle that helps with clenching that will take away that pain.” Above all, “at Skyline Smiles we work to ensure a pleasant experience every visit to our office,” she added. “Our experienced and energetic team’s goal is to communicate well with patients and provide the best care possible.” For more information, call (661) 228-6077. 

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CBC Cleaning and Restoration has been in Santa Clarita for More Than Four Decades BY ALICIA DOYLE

BC was originally Carpet Beauty Care and cleaned carpet, upholstery and area

rugs. “As time went on, emergency service for water, fire and mold as well as full reconstruction services — drywall, paint, cabinetry, flooring, etc. — became necessary and valuable services, so we changed our name to CBC Cleaning & Restoration and become licensed contractors and IICRC certified in all pertinent fields,” explained Debbie Glasnow, vice president of CBC Cleaning, where her husband, Gordon, is president. “Filling a need such as Covid 19 — disinfecting and cleaning — became a priority for our company in 2020 as well,” she said. “We immediately researched the best available methodology and technology … and then made these services available for those in need.” At CBC Cleaning, carpet and upholstery cleaning has always been the most commonly requested service, but in the last five years, “our cleaning and restoration services for natural stone, tile and grout has grown nearly 10-fold,” Glasnow said. Another specialty is their “inplant” area rug cleaning because “there is no other company in the

The CBC office staff, cleaning and emergency response staff and reconstruction and remodel staff all take pride in their work and community. PHOTOS COURTESY CBC Santa Clarita Valley that offers this service.” As people purchase more and more hard surface flooring, they also are purchasing more area rugs. “Unfortunately, pets are often attracted to and have accidents on these natural fiber rugs — wool, cotton and silk — and need help to remedy their situation,” said Glasnow, adding that CBC specializes in odor removal and cleaning of these specialized rugs. “Lastly and most importantly … no one knows when disaster might

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strike, so it is important to be able to call a company you know and trust to handle your water, fire or mold emergency — these services are offered 24-7 year-round,” Glasnow said. As far as the future is concerned, “we plan on continuing to grow our tile and restoration services and offering the best possible cleaning service available,” she said. “Emergency services for water, fire and mold is always evolving and improving, so it is crucial that we keep our staff educated, certified and informed of the best possible procedures available.” Above all, “taking pride in customer service is especially important right now since Covid-19, as I am sure many people have experienced the lack of personal assistance, service and communication during these times,” Glasnow emphasized. “We hope that our amazing staff, who personally answers all calls, handles your cleaning and restoration appointments and needs, have demonstrated that CBC truly values our customers and Santa Clarita Valley residents.” The Glasnows have been in

Debbie and Gordon Glasnow. business in the Santa Clarita Valley for more than four decades. They raised their two daughters in town, and nearly all their employees live and raise their families in the Santa Clarita Valley. “Over the years we have given thousands of dollars to non-profit organizations, education programs and schools,” Glasnow added. “We instituted a program called Restoring Kindness and actually went out into the public and donated money and gift cards to people and organizations. It is a way of promoting the pass it forward philosophy and we hope over the years we have made a difference.” CBC Cleaning & Restoration is located at 25042 Anza Drive in Santa Clarita. For more information, call (661) 294-2221; email info@cbcfirst. com; or visit www.cbcfirst.com. 

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Customers Choose Green Thumb Nursery Because of Quality, Cost

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nown as the home of the garden experts, Green Thumb Nursery in Santa Clarita is a second-generation, family-owned nursery and garden center that offers quality, experience and expertise unmatched by big box stores. Customers are the priority, “and giving the best customer service is our goal,” said Bryan Payne, General Manager. Customers choose Green Thumb Nursery for the quality of plants at an affordable cost. For instance, they offer a wide variety of landscape plants, flowers, fruit trees and vegetables, including common and more unique plants that are compatible with the climate in Santa Clarita, such as evergreens, ferns, drought-tolerant varieties, bonsai trees, annuals and perennials. Best sellers include roses, fruit trees, citrus, and flowers that go into your flower beds and hang from your patio cover, as well as cactus and succulents. Green Thumb Nursery also offers house plants, sod, pottery, soil amendments and fertilizers, both traditional and organic, as well as lady bugs and other beneficial insects. Their wide selection of up-scale patio furniture includes bistro-style tables and chairs, designs made with wrought iron and wrought aluminum, adjustable chaise lounges, and tables that can be customized with a variety of materials, such as copper, aluminum, like-wood porcelain and like-tile porcelain. They also carry items for the home, including candles, pillows, doormats, wreaths, silk plants, lanterns, placemats and decorative baskets. For outdoor décor, choices include fountains, birdbaths, wind chimes, decorative stakes and garden gnomes.

Green Thumb Nursery — which has been serving California since 1946 — opened its Green Thumb International Garden and Patio Center in Santa Clarita in 1970. “Green Thumb Garden Center is an extension of the original owners’ desire to offer a premier garden center to the residents of the San Fernando Valley,” Payne explained. Since the beginning, Green Thumb Nursery has taken pride in its consistent effort to better the environment through moral business practices by always making the environment a priority, and continuing to provide products that are safe and responsible. Their environmental commitment includes striving towards becoming 100% “green” and leaving only positive impacts on the community and the world; and maintaining a commitment to sustaining the environment by only selecting products that meet rigid eco-friendly criteria. As far at the future is concerned, Green Thumb Nursery will continue incorporating technology and social media. “However, even in today’s on-line world, this does not replicate the joy of walking into our stores and experiencing the peace and beauty that comes from nature concentrated in our outdoor and indoor spaces,” Payne emphasized. Ultimately, “we hope to impact the world by providing products and services that bring people back to nature and into the garden where humans have been designed to labor from the beginning of time,” he added. “Gardening is therapeutic.” For more information call (661) 259-1071 or visit www.greenthumb. com. 

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Water Wise Summer Gardening Practices BY MICHELE E. BUTTELMAN

to” place for SCV gardeners looking for California natives. Visit theodore payne.org.

he drought is back and new water restrictions threaten to put the “heat” on your summer garden. How can you help your garden thrive despite nature’s best efforts to kill everything you’ve worked so hard to grow? First, it’s important to know the current watering restrictions in your area. In the Santa Clarita Valley, the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency determines how much water you should use, and when you can use it. In response to persistent, exceptional drought conditions throughout the SCV and the state, SCV Water has activated Stage 2 of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Water Conservation and Water Supply Shortage Ordinance.

SCV Water Stage 2 Restrictions

The Stage 2 action encourages customers to voluntarily reduce their water use by up to 20%. • • • • • • •

Limits watering to three days per week: Odd addresses Monday, Wednesday and Friday Even addresses Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday No watering on Saturdays. Limits automatic sprinkler run times: Maximum of two five-minute cycles per station per watering day, 10 minutes maximum. Watering times of day during May to October: Midnight to 9 a.m. and/or 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

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What are some easy tips to keep your lawn healthy and green during the drought? Mow your lawn high Keeping your grass at the upper recommended limit, about 2 inches for most species, will help shade the soil and prevent excessive evaporation. Now, more than ever, it might be time to consider xeriscap-

Use a moisture sensor to determine if it is time to water Many gardeners are divided on the use of moisture sensors — some say they are useless, some swear by the sensors. I would advise buying a sensor and see if it works for you. Some gardeners say the best way to determine if a garden needs watering is to stick a screwdriver at least 3 to 4 inches into the ground. If the screwdriver feels cool to the touch, or wet, when pulled from the earth, don’t water. If the screwdriver is dry, it’s time to water.

Rain Barrels Mow your lawn high is one way to help with the drought. Keeping your grass at the upper recommended limit, about 2 inches for most species, will help shade the soil and prevent excessive evaporation. ing Eliminating your lawn will save money and water. If you can’t eliminate all your grass, consider reducing the amount of turf in a portion of your yard. Replace grass with artificial turf or drought-tolerant groundcover. Aerate your lawn Adding holes to your lawn keeps it moisture-absorbent and healthy. In areas like the SCV with its clay heavy adobe soil, you should aerate your lawn every year.

Gardens

Tips for both veggie and ornamental gardens: Water at the root zone to keep evaporation to a minimum Keeping water off your plants’ leaves will also help control fungal diseases and prevent sunscald. A professionally designed irrigation system, drip or otherwise, is far better at proper water delivery than the simple lawn sprinklers you can buy in the hardware store. It is an investment that will pay for itself over time in reduced water bills and

healthier plants. Create hydrozones in your yard A hydrozone is a section of your yard or garden where plants with similar water needs are grouped together. This way, you can tailor the amount and frequency of irrigation (or none at all) and avoid overwatering plants that need less. Mulch, mulch, mulch Apply 3 to 4 inches of mulch around valuable, water-stressed plants. Prominent shade trees or shrubs are your first priority. This minimizes water loss due to evaporation and reduces the need for irrigation by up to 50%. Weed your gardens weekly Remove invasive plants and weeds encroaching on shrubs, vegetables and flowers. Weeds outcompete native and cultivated plants for water and nutrients. Replace ornamental plants that have high water demands with California native plants The Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers & Native Plants, 10459 Tuxford St. in Sun Valley is the “go

Now is the time to invest in a good-quality rain barrel for next winter. Plan for future water restrictions by purchasing rain barrels to store water. The most common problem with rain barrels in the SCV is preventing them from becoming breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Unlike other areas of the country, freezing weather is usually not a concern in the SCV. To keep mosquitoes at bay, use one tablespoon once a week of liquid dish soap, or after each storm. The soap creates a film on the surface of the water, breaking the surface tension and causing mosquitoes to drown before they can lay any eggs in the water. Mosquito Dunks are a commercial product you can purchase to kill mosquito larvae. Dunks are biologically safe to use around animals and for garden water. Use one dunk once a month or as needed. Dunks are made of bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, or Bti, a bacteria that kills the mosquito larvae, as well as black flies. The product slowly dissolves, releasing the bacteria for continuous mosquito control. Vegetable oil or olive oil also prevent mosquitoes. Use 1/4 cup once a week or after each storm. The oil suffocates the larvae. 

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Partially treated wastewater at Whittier Narrows Water Reclamation Plant in 1962.

OVER 1 TRILLION GALLONS RECYCLED In Los Angeles County, about half of our drinking water comes from wells pumping up groundwater and the remainder is imported from hundreds of miles away—from the Colorado River and Northern California. In 1962, our Whittier Narrows Water Reclamation Plant began producing recycled water that is used to refill our groundwater basins. Since then, we have been recycling at 10 of our 11 wastewater treatment plants and, along with our water agency partners, have recycled over 1 trillion gallons. That’s enough water to fill an 8-foot diameter pipe that circles the earth 23 times! This recycling reduces the need to import water and makes our region more sustainable. Nonetheless, we are striving to do more. We have partnered with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California on a project to reuse the water from our 11th treatment plant. This project could produce enough water for 1.5 million people, making it one of the world’s largest water recycling projects. For more info, contact us at info@lacsd.org or 562-908-4288, ext. 2301. For more on the new recycling project, visit www.mwdh2o.com/rrwp.   SanDistricts  SanitationDistrictsLACounty  www.lacsd.org

Water percolating into the ground to refill a groundwater basin.

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or over forty years Santa Clarita Christian School, a ministry of Santa Clarita Baptist Church, has served the Santa Clarita Valley. Being accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) as well as the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) testifies to the rigor and integrity of this K-12 academic program. Winning the state championship in both basketball (2018) and Volleyball (2021) testifies to the athletic excellence. However, forty years of Teaching Minds and Training Hearts for God testifies to the goodness of God in providing and protecting a school striving to faithfully serve Him. What does it take for a Christian school to make it to forty years? It takes a biblical church ministry that is committed to the Great Commission and convinced that the Gospel is essential for hope, God’s Word is sufficient for life, and the Lord Jesus Christ is worthy of our worship, work, and witness. SCCS is this church ministry! It takes a Christian community that is willing to invest, sacrifice, serve, and persevere in faith and hope so that the next generation might know Jesus Christ and become fully equipped to make a difference in the world for God.

SCCS is this Christian community! It takes a qualified staff family that is called, gifted, and passionate about discipling young people with the truth of God, in the love of God, by the Spirit of God, and for the glory of God. SCCS is this staff family! It takes a passionate student body that is joyful, teachable, and excited about creating a culture of learning, loving, and leading in a way that leaves a legacy of faithfulness and passes the baton of identity and purpose. SCCS is this student body! It takes the grace of God to bless, sustain, and protect this ministry as each one strives to “proclaim Him, admonishing every man and teaching every man with all wisdom, so that we may present every man complete in Christ” (Colossians 1:28). SCCS exists to serve and glorify this God! Ultimately, the aim was never to ‘make it to forty years’ of existence, but to reach the heart of every child for eternity. The aim was never to simply survive as an academic institution, but to thrive as a ministry of discipleship. The aim is not just to exist, but to excel … and then excel still more! Please join us in congratulating the graduating senior class of 2022! 

Registration for Fall 2022 Semester is Underway

COC certificate and degree students are finding jobs in aerospace, healthcare, cybersecurity, culinary arts, animation, e-commerce and more! Classes are affordable at $46 per unit. Online and on-campus class options available to fit with work and family responsibilities.

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ith thousands of sections in a wide range of academic subjects and career education disciplines this fall, College of the Canyons is offering students and community members the opportunity to reset their career goals and obtain in-demand job skills. The fall 2022 schedule of classes is already available, giving course-seekers the ability to plan their fall schedule around work and family obligations. To help accommodate the needs and preferences of students, the college will continue to offer classes in a variety of on-campus, online, and hybrid formats. Providing flexible course offerings means students have a higher chance of successfully reaching their academic goals.

The majority of class sections offered will be courses needed to graduate, meet prerequisites for transfer to a four-year school, or help get students back into the workforce quickly. In addition, high school juniors and seniors can take advantage of fall classes to earn college and high school credit while taking classes at COC with waived enrollment fees. High school students (11th and 12th grade) can begin registering June 15. A final late registration period for all students will begin June 20. The schedule also features more than 100 classes offered through the college’s School of Personal and Professional Learning (PPL), which provides career skills and lifelong See COC, page PD 4

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or more than forty years Santa Clarita Christian School, a ministry of Santa Clarita Baptist Church, has served the Santa Clarita Valley. Being accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) as well as the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) testifies to the rigor and integrity of this K-12 academic program. Winning the state championship in both basketball (2018) and Volleyball (2021) testifies to the athletic excellence. However, forty years of Teaching Minds and Training Hearts for God testifies to the goodness of God in providing and protecting a school striving to faithfully serve Him.

What does it take for a Christian school to make it to forty years?

It takes a biblical church ministry that is committed to the Great Commission and convinced that the Gospel is essential for hope, God’s Word is sufficient for life, and the Lord Jesus Christ is worthy of our worship, work, and witness. SCCS is this church ministry! It takes a Christian community that is willing to invest, sacrifice, serve, and persevere in faith and hope so that the next generation might know Jesus Christ and become fully equipped to make a difference in the world for God. SCCS is this Christian community! It takes a qualified staff family that is called, gifted, and passionate about discipling young people with the truth of God, in the love of God, by the Spirit of God, and for the glory of God. SCCS is this staff family! It takes a passionate student body that is joyful, teachable, and excited about creating a culture of learning, loving, and leading in a way that leaves a legacy of faithfulness and

passes the baton of identity and purpose. SCCS is this student body! It takes the grace of God to bless, sustain, and protect this ministry as each one strives to “proclaim Him, admonishing every man and teaching every man with all wisdom, so that we may present every man complete in Christ” (Colossians 1:28). SCCS exists to serve and glorify this God!

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learning classes to residents of all ages and skill levels, at no cost. Some PPL classes being offered in the summer include English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, business, GED preparation, career skills, computer skills, CPR/First aid, Spanish for healthcare workers, and certification training classes for Adobe software. To register or obtain more information about PPL classes, please visit the school’s webpage. If not held on campus, fall classes

Ultimately, the aim was never to ‘make it to forty years’ of existence, but to reach the heart of every child for eternity. The aim was never to simply survive as an academic institution, but to thrive as a ministry of discipleship. The aim is not just to exist, but to excel … and then excel still more! Please join us in congratulating the graduating senior class of 2022! 

will be held in the following formats: OnlineLive – These classes will be held via Zoom on the days and times listed on the class schedule. Students will not be able to register for two classes at the same time. Online – These classes will not meet live. They give students the flexibility to complete instruction at their convenience. The fall 2022 semester runs from Aug. 22 to Dec. 10. Enrollment fees at all California Community Colleges is $46 per unit, as mandated by the state of California. 

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TREK BIKE PARK OF SANTA CLARITA

Pump the pedals and get outdoors this summer at the Trek Bike Park of Santa Clarita. This is the perfect place to test and develop your mountain biking and BMX skills, whether you’re a child, teen or adult! The park offers several single-track mountain bike trails, as well as more than 1,000 yards of pump and BMX track featuring a variety of combination jumps. For our mountain bikers who want a challenge, try out the four new bike ramps which includes a whale tale, wood berm, kicker ramp and flat wall ride. You can visit the Trek Bike Park of Santa Clarita from sunrise to sunset daily, weather permitting, in the hills above the George A. Caravahlo Santa Clarita Sports Complex.

CONCERTS IN THE PARK Concerts in the Park, presented by Logix Federal Credit Union, are back for another summer of fun in Central Park! On Saturday nights from July 9 to August 27, join thousands of your friends and neighbors for a FREE concert and enjoy music from a wide range of genres and eras. Headlining Concerts in the Park this summer include some of the world’s greatest tributes, including DSB (Journey), Bruno & The Hooligans (Bruno Mars), Dreaming of You (Selena) and Twisted Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac). See the full lineup by visiting santa-clarita.com/Concerts.

SANTA CLARITA AQUATIC CENTER What better way to escape the sun than going to the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center or one of the five local City pools around Santa Clarita? Whether you want to take swim lessons, partake in water exercise classes, stretch out in lap swim or just have fun in the Waterslide Pool, we have something for everyone. With temperatures rising, we want to welcome all of our residents to enjoy one of the best family- and budgetfriendly options for beating the heat while enjoying the outdoors. See all there is to do at the Aquatic Center and other pools by visiting santa-clarita.com/Aquatics.

THE CUBE - ICE AND ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Are you looking for ways to beat the heat this summer? Visit one of the City’s newest amenities: The Cube - Ice and Entertainment Center. Whether you are signed up for Skate Camp, participate in the adult hockey league or skate with friends and family during Public Session, The Cube is the perfect place to unwind and hone your skating skills. While enjoying a day on the ice, grab a delicious bite from The Grille, which also features favorites from Maria’s Italian Deli.

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To learn more about The Cube and see the daily schedule, please visit TheCubeSantaClarita.com or call (661) 257-CUBE (2823).

HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!

After two years of dormancy, the City of Santa Clarita is excited for the return of the Fourth of July Parade in Newhall! Celebrate America’s independence and honor our front-line personnel at this year’s parade. For our food enthusiasts and local runners, start your day off with a pancake breakfast from the Santa Clarita Rotary Club or take part in the 10K and 5K run-walk. Then, get your chairs and American flags ready as the parade starts at 9:00 a.m. The parade route will begin at the Newhall Roundabout in front of William S. Hart Park and end at Orchard Village and Dalbey Drive. We encourage all of our residents to show their spirit and bring family, friends and neighbors to this wonderful parade. Later that night, get ready to watch the skies light up for the spectacular fireworks show at the Westfield Valencia Town Center. This patriotic display will kick off at 9:15 p.m. with synchronized music on KHTS. Residents are encouraged to bring their chairs and enjoy this safe and family-friendly event. For more information on all of the Fourth of July activities, please visit santa-clarita.com.

Let your mind wander and start your next adventure at the Santa Clarita Public Library! After two years of virtual and hybrid programming, we are excited to welcome our residents back through our doors for the 2022 Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme is Read Beyond the Beaten Path, which invites the community to not only read, but go beyond the pages of their books and explore nature in our local parks and trails. This seven-week program engages residents of all ages with a variety of activities like nature walks, scavenger hunts, online reading challenges and more. To truly embrace the summer camp theme, the Santa Clarita Public Library is excited to announce individual mascots for each Library branch. Participants at the Valencia Branch will be known as the Purple Possums, while at the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Branch, participants are the Green Raccoons. And of course, we didn’t forget the Old Town Newhall Branch, which is the home of the Blue Hedgehogs. Be sure to stop by and take pictures with each mascot while visiting your Library branch and collect buttons to show off your summer camp spirit. To register or browse all of the activities, please visit SantaClaritaReads.com.

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SENSES BLOCK PARTY

Stimulate your senses and let your troubles drift away each month at the SENSES Block Party! Every third Thursday through the end of October, head to Main Street in Old Town Newhall for a one-of-a-kind themed block party that you won’t want to miss. These FREE monthly events – which take place from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. - bring live music, food, activities and much more for Santa Clarita adults looking for a fun night out on the town. See the full list of themes and dates for the remainder of 2022 at OldTownNewhall.com/senses-block-party.

CELEBRATE

Explore and discover a mix of cultures and communities from around the world with the new Celebrate event series each month at the Canyon Country Community Center! The Celebrate series highlights the music, dancing, food, art and more from a featured culture on the first Friday of each month through September. Plan on trying something new for dinner, learn some new dance moves and experience the diversity that is all around us in Santa Clarita. Each Celebrate event begins at 6:00 p.m. Visit the City of Santa Clarita’s Facebook page for more information.

GUARD THAT AUTO

Do your part to reduce vehicle theft and property crime in Santa Clarita and Guard That Auto! The City of Santa Clarita encourages all our residents to follow a few simple steps to keep you and your vehicle safe. Remember to park your car in well-lit areas, use a theft-protection device, keep your valuables out of your car and never leave spare car and house keys in your vehicle. For more information about the five simple steps to help prevent vehicle theft, visit santa-clarita.com/GTA.

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Audiology Associates The Doctors at Audiology Associates enhance quality of life through improved hearing.

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Audiology Associates is Dedicated to the Community’s Hearing Healthcare

he doctors at Audiology Associates are dedicated to assisting adults and children with all of their hearing healthcare needs to improve communication and, ultimately, quality of life. The practice is committed to excellence and highly respected in our community. Audiology Associates has earned the Santa Clarita Valley Signal’s annual “Best of” competition for the past 13 years! In December 2021, Audiology Associates moved their practice to a new location, 25425 Orchard Village Road, Suite 220 in Santa Clarita. “The staff and I are extremely excited about our new location and receive many compliments on our office” beams owner, Dr. Kevin Bolder. Audiology Associates was the first practice to open for business in the brand-new Orchard Medical Center. The building boasts over 41,000 square feet of office space and will be home to a variety of medical specialties. Interior construction is ongoing as the other professionals complete their office suites, several with anticipated 2022 move in dates. The staff at Audiology Associates is looking forward to other practices relocating to the Orchard Medical Center soon. “Patients will find it convenient to have some of their most respected medical providers in a single location”, says Dr. Bolder. “The beautiful neighborhood view from my new office reminds me of the first time my wife and I visited Santa Clarita when searching for a place to settle down and start our family”, says Dr. Bolder. Orchard Medical Center is freeway-close in the heart of Santa Clarita with ample parking for staff and patients. It is located at the corner of Orchard Village Road and Wiley Canyon Road, less than one mile away from Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. Dr. Bolder and his wife have lived in Santa Clarita since 2001. Working in his own community provides him with a great sense of satisfaction and pride. He elaborates, “Despite the

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growth of Santa Clarita’s population over the years, our city still has a smalltown feel. Many of us are interconnected through our children and their sports or school activities. We see familiar faces where we shop, dine, work, and play. When we provide hearing-related services to friends, acquaintances, and their network of family and friends, it truly brings a sense of community to the work we do.” Audiology Associates provides care for people of all ages, with their primary focus on the provision of technologically advanced hearing aids. Their Doctors of Audiology have fit hearing aids on children as young as four months old! “Working with young children and their families can be challenging yet very rewarding”, says Dr. Bolder. He explains, “It is very difficult for parents to find out their baby has a hearing loss and even harder to come to terms with the idea that their baby needs to wear hearing aids. Even though electronic devices are used for almost everything we do nowadays, there is still a stigma attached to wearing hearing aids. However, it is extremely important to remember that untreated hearing loss can have detrimental effects for anyone, especially for an infant or young child.” Once a pediatric hearing loss is confirmed, the goal is to fit hearing aids as soon as possible to ensure that the child has adequate access to sounds. Being able to hear environmental and speech sounds early on will help to prevent delays in speech and language development. “It is crucial not to deprive babies’ rapidly developing auditory centers of the brain”, adds Dr. Bolder. The use of hearing aids is not the only factor that helps babies and toddlers develop speech, language, and communication skills. Early Start services are provided through our local school districts to help parents learn how to best work with their child at home to foster these skills prior to reaching schoolage. The doctors at Audiology Associates have an excellent relationship with Santa Clarita’s Educational Audiologist. “Because each child’s needs and situations vary, parents are often very appreciative of this collaborative relationship”, Dr. Bolder says. Obviously, the majority of people with hearing loss are older adults and their hearing needs are varied as well. Hearing aid technology is constantly evolving and improving. The experienced Doctors of Audiology at Audiology Associates pride themselves on helping each patient select hearing aids that

DR. KEVIN BOLDER, AUDIOLOGIST/OWNER utilize features most appropriate for their individual needs, while being mindful of their budget. “Not every patient needs the top-of-the-line hearing aids and many of our patient’s express appreciation that we provide individualized recommendations, rather than simply recommending the most expensive product to everyone”, says Dr. Bolder. He adds, “Yes, it is true that hearing aids can be expensive. However, since we are staffed only by Doctors of Audiology in our practice, patients can be assured that their experience with us feels more like a healthcare visit, rather than a high-pressure shopping experience.” In addition to fitting hearing aids, the doctors at Audiology Associates provide other services including comprehensive hearing evaluations, ear wax removal, custom ear molds, custom ear plugs for noise reduction or swimming, tinnitus management, and cochlear implant evaluation and programming. Their Doctors of Audiology have a combined experience of well over 50 years. Dr. Kevin Bolder began working for Audiology Associates in November of 2011 and became the practice owner in 2018. The practice is also home to John Davis, a Doctor of Audiology with varied experience

in hospital, clinic, and private practice settings. He began his career on the east coast, then worked in Ventura County for five years prior to joining the practice at Audiology Associates in 2019. Cochlear implant services are provided by Dr. Bolder’s wife, Fran Bolder, who is also a Doctor of Audiology. She has extensive experience working with cochlear implant recipients, both adults and children, since 2000. The staff at Audiology Associates looks forward to the remainder of 2022 and beyond with great optimism. “As our lives are becoming less restricted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person social interactions have resumed and returning to work in more traditional settings are commonplace. Good hearing and effective communication are vital to making the most of life. If you or a loved one are experiencing any ear or hearing difficulties, we encourage you to schedule a consultation without delay”, says Dr. Bolder. Audiology Associates is located at 25425 Orchard Village Road, Suite 220, in Santa Clarita. For more information, call (661) 2841900; email cs@audiology associates.net; or visit www.AudiologyAssociates. net. 

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Advanced Audiology has Served Santa Clarita for More Than 35 years

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ola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology has been the original hearing center serving the Santa Clarita Valley for 35 years. The business has changed names three times. In 2017, Nola merged the original business Audiology Services of Newhall into the practice at the current location 23822 Valencia Blvd. #103. “We are called and named the community audiologists,” emphasized Nola Aronson, Founder. The title was given to us by the SCV chamber in 2015. We are known for supporting our community by providing free hearing screenings and then educating the person about hearing.” “We want the person to understand any issues having to do with their hearing, balance and tinnitus. When you come to us we help you find solutions, whether it is for a medical referral, such as an ENT or it is a hearing device, we help you in making a decision to solve what you came to us for.” Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology not only helps people hear better, “we give part of the money you’re spending back to one of the 100 nonprofits in the Santa Clarita Valley – there’s nobody else that does that,” she said. “So if you want a person who you can trust and rely on, to know more about your hearing, and whether it’s medically treatable or the only solution is a hearing device, we’re the place to come.” Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology is always on the front line of all the newest and latest technology. “We have a new device that just came out — nobody else in a large radius has this — called the Whisper,” she said. “It’s a hearing aid with a brain, and the brain is separate from the hearing aid. So you don’t have to wait to update your hearing aid with the latest technology. It does it for you every six months.” With the Whisper, “you pay a very low subscription – it’s a monthly fee and very affordable.” She also offers hearing devices that are really bluetooth headsets “that allow you to communicate with the world.” “You can answer your phone through them, listen to music, listen to podcasts, and watch T.V. through them,” Aronson explained. “Everyone wears some type of bluetooth to be hands free, but this is like a personal headset because it is pro-

grammed just for you. Today they’re small and hardly visible. We offer them for every price range, and we work with you and your budget, such as zero percent financing for 12 months. Remember our goal is to only help you understand what people are saying to you.” Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology not only strives to help patients with the problems they come in for, “we give you the solution, and we make sure it works. And if it doesn’t, you don’t have to get it. There is a full, money-back guarantee for 45 days, so you’re test driving these. How else can you see how much better you are doing with the problem you came in for?” As the pandemic continues, “we’re following CDC guidelines,” she said. “We disinfect everything every time a patient leaves. There’s not more than two people in the waiting room at a time. And we’ve pivoted to some webinars online. We’re adding more information on our website, and we’re adding videos to help educate people.” Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology has also earned a reputation over the years for offering hearing aids that fit any budget. “The cost of a hearing aid is a big issue right now,” she said, adding that some people buy hearing aids online, or from a big box store, to save money. “Our patients that have tried to go less expensive have ended up in our office with more problems, and throwing away their money.” Part of the cost of the hearing aid is the service that goes along with it, “and the quality of the service of being able to adjust the hearing aid for your lifestyle, clean them, and make sure they’re working so you can use them properly. When you buy it online, you don’t have any service — you don’t have anyone teaching you how to take care of it.” She noted that most people are reluctant to visit an audiologist because “they feel we are only trying to sell a hearing aid. However, that is one of the biggest solutions when you have a hearing issue. Did you know that hearing loss is the third largest medical problem after the heart and cancer? Hearing loss can lead to cognitive decline, because it is your brain that hears, not your ears. There are also many other health issues related to hearing such as diabetes, and heart disease. So why do people come in and say, ‘let people talk louder, I can hear just fine — I can’t afford to hear better.’” “But if all your teeth fell out, would you make sure you got to the dentist? If you were going blind, would you have surgery? What if you broke your arm?” A person’s hearing is just as important, “like what Helen Keller said — ‘vision connects you to things; hearing connects you to people’.” If you’ve never experienced a trip to the audiologist before, you may be wondering what it’s really like, and what takes place once you get inside the consulting room. Aronson explained that this process is carried out via some simple, practical tests by a trained professional who has extensive experience in evaluating, diagnosing and treating hearing loss and hearing related issues, such as balance problems or tinnitus. “Your exam is likely to take no more than an hour, including time for your audiologist to explain their

findings — some take no more than 20 minutes,” she said. “So, it’s a quick process where you can expect to understand your condition straight away.” Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology also features an exclusive “Exact Match Hearing Process™” which guarantees patients will be happy with results. Over the years, Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology has developed a process of evaluating a hearing problem and selecting the correct hearing device for optimum results in sound clarity and comfort. Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology is the only audiologist in Santa Clarita that offers the “Exact Match Hearing Process™ “ and backs it up with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. Aronson largely attributes the success of Advanced Audiology to business philosophies she’s implemented from the beginning. “We give more than what’s expected — We exchange in abundance with people,” she said. “Our philosophy and purpose is to help people hear better so they can lead better social lives and communicate better in society.” The Santa Clarita Valley community has also made Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology successful. “We live in a very small community, even though we have a population of 300,000 people, my philosophy has always been to get involved,” she said. For instance, Nola Aronson’s Advanced Audiology has been the title sponsor for many events put on by local nonprofits, including the Boys & Girls Club and Alzheimer’s Association and Circle of Hope. In other charitable endeavors, Aronson is a member of Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley, a woman’s organization focused on improving the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world; and also serves The Chancellor’s Circle, which is the College of the Canyons Foundation’s most prestigious leadership support group. She is vice chair of the Circle of Hope board and on the Valley Industry Association board of directors. She has many awards over the years to show her business as being the most trusted and best business for hearing in the SCV. In the last two years alone she was nominated 2019 best business by the SCV Chamber, 2020 best business by Valley Industry Association, Empowering hearts Honoree and #19 of the 51 most influential people in SCV by the Signal newspaper. In April of 2019, she sponsored a room at the new 30,000-squarefoot SCV Senior Center, which was named in her honor; and she was one of the Cover Stars for the center’s celebrity waiter’s dinner in February of 2019, in which funds raised were used to help support the center, as well as build its new facility. “The main thing I would like to get across is that I am a philanthropist, and that when you buy a hearing aid from us, you’re not just buying something, you’re actually getting a solution to your hearing problem,” Aronson emphasized. “And because we give back to the community, our patients also get to give back – so they not only hear better, they get to give back to their community.” For more information, call (661) 302-4483, or visit scvadvanced audiology.com. 

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SCV COMMUNITY PRIDE ★ SCV WATER

S C V WAT E R HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LANDSCAPE INVESTMENTS IN A DROUGHT Top tips to care for trees

THE BEST WAYS TO SAVE WATER IN A DROUGHT

Water-saving actions for residents, business and landscape customers

SECURING WATER SUPPLIES FOR OUR FUTURE Reliability, resiliency and sustainability

SEE WATER WASTE, SAY SOMETHING How to report water waste

ADOPTING AN SCV-FRIENDLY, WATER-EFFICIENT LIFESTYLE

With persistent drought conditions, we’re asking our residents, business community, HOAs, schools, and visitors to please help conserve our water. This doesn’t necessarily mean we should let our trees and beautiful gardens go dry. Instead, it means recognizing the benefits and value water provides to the Santa Clarita Valley and taking steps to reduce water inefficiency and waste. Being water conscious in and around our homes, businesses, schools and landscapes, must become a part of our daily lives, and not just a temporary mindset. Read on and learn more about SCV Water rebates, incentives, tips and tools to help our customers make the switch to an SCV-friendly, water-efficient lifestyle.

DROUGHT RESPONSE IN THE SCV SCV Water has activated Stage 2 of its Water Shortage Contingency Plan in response to severe multi-year drought conditions locally and throughout the State. While this brings a heightened sense of urgency to drought response efforts, rest assured that the SCV Water team is monitoring our water supply to continue to provide reliable water service to the Santa Clarita Valley. To keep in line with the requirements outlined in Stage 2 of our Plan, we’re encouraging all customers to voluntarily reduce their water use by up to 20% by following these measures now in effect:

WATERING REQUIREMENTS • Water no more than three days per week Odd Addresses

Even Addresses

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

NO WATERING ON SATURDAYS

• Set watering run times to a maximum of two five-minute cycles per station per watering day (10 minutes max) • Water only in the morning and evening • May to October: midnight to 9 a.m. and/or 8 p.m. to midnight • November to April: midnight to 10 a.m. and/or 6 p.m. to midnight

THANK YOU!

We know many of you are already water-saving superstars! Not every household may have another 20% to save. We just ask that you review the BIG THREE: 1. Check for leaks 2. Maximize water use with shorter showers and full laundry/dish loads 3. Upgrade to high efficiency appliances wherever feasible

PROHIBITED WATER WASTE MEASURES • Allowing runoff on to non-irrigated areas when irrigating with potable (drinking) water • Using hoses without shutoff nozzles when washing cars • Using potable water to wash sidewalks, driveways, and hardscapes • Irrigating outdoors during and within 48 hours following precipitation of a quarter inch or more • Using potable water to irrigate ornamental turf on public street medians

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HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LANDSCAPE INVESTMENTS IN A DROUGHT More than half of an average home’s water use is outdoors – and often up to half of that is wasted due to common irrigation issues including broken or misaligned sprinklers, leaking valves, incorrectly programmed irrigation timers, and runoff caused by watering more than the soil can absorb. While SCV Water is not asking customers to pull the plug on irrigating their landscapes, we are asking customers to irrigate efficiently and minimize water waste – resulting in less water used, a lower water bill, and water for tomorrow.

STAGE 2 EFFICIENT IRRIGATION PRACTICES • THE TIME OF DAY YOU WATER MATTERS. Early morning (midnight to 9 a.m.) or late at night (8 p.m. to midnight) will keep more water on your landscape, rather than evaporating in the heat and wind. • HOW LONG YOU WATER MATTERS. Much of our SCV soil is clay, which means there is typically runoff after 5 minutes of traditional irrigation. By breaking the 10-minute watering time into two 5-minute or less cycles, your landscape will soak up more of the water it needs.

THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAYS TO SAVE WATER IN A DROUGHT TO SAVE WATER IN A DROUGHT, EVERYONE HAS AN IMPORTANT ROLE NO MATTER WHERE WE LIVE, WORK OR PLAY. WE ARE THE STEWARDS OF THIS PRECIOUS RESOURCE. ALL CUSTOMERS CAN: • FOCUS ON EFFICIENCY. Aim for the most benefit with the least waste. • FIND AND FIX LEAKS. Small leaks can really add up, but regular inspection can help minimize and even prevent them. • REPORT WATER WASTE. Neighbors and businesses may not even realize they have a leak, overspray, run-off or another wasteful condition. Help save water by reporting it online.

REPORT WATER WASTE

MAKE CONSERVATION A CALIFORNIA WAY OF LIFE

Reducing your water use to meet our 20% conservation target isn’t a one-time thing. While it’s great to meet that milestone, the goal is to continue water-saving practices daily, until they become a habit and a lifestyle. Saving water is a continuous act. Learning and implementing water-efficient habits will help you make better choices for your water use, and help you become a better steward of this precious and vital resource.

• YOUR IRRIGATION ZONES MATTER. Two 5-minute cycles are allowed per irrigation zone. Meaning, each section of your groundcover, shrubs or other landscaped areas can be watered a maximum of twice a day, no more than 5 minutes each time. Grouping plants of similar irrigation needs allows for the most efficient use of water. However, if you need to hand-water brown spots, you can do so when using a hose with an automatic shutoff nozzle. This smart practice is more efficient than increasing how much you run your sprinklers.

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WATER-SAVING ACTIONS FOR RESIDENTS, BUSINESSES, AND LANDSCAPE CUSTOMERS Start by turning a few simple water-saving practices into habits and soon, you’ll be living that water-saving lifestyle!

RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS

EXEMPTIONS

OUTDOORS

More than half of an average home’s water use is outdoors. Look for ways to use water more efficiently in your landscape and you’ll see your water savings grow!

There are a few exemptions included in SCV Water’s Water Conservation and Water Shortage Ordinance that protect our landscape investments. Watering day and time limits do not apply to:

• Convert to high-efficiency irrigation equipment and save up to 131 gal/day • Swap your water-thirsty lawn for a water-wise landscape and save up to 375 gal/day • Fix irrigation leaks and save 12-15 gallons each time you water

• Landscape irrigation zones that use drip irrigation.

INDOORS

• Landscape irrigation zones that use high efficiency sprinkler nozzles with low precipitation rates (equal to or less than 1 inch per hour).

Try these ideas for adding water saving activities into your daily routine! • Fix indoor leaks and save 27 - 90 gal/day • Take 5-minute showers and save 12 gallons with a high-efficiency shower head • Use full loads and water-wise appliances to save 5 – 45 gallons per dish or laundry load

• The hand watering of established trees as well as fruits and vegetables for human consumption.

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TOP TIPS TO CARE FOR TREES

Are you worried about how cutting back on water use will affect your trees? Here are our top tips for keeping your plants and trees happy and healthy during the drought. NEWLY PLANTED TREES

YOUNG TREES

ESTABLISHED TREES

(trees less than two years old)

(trees two+ years old)

IRRIGATION FREQUENCY

Water regularly with a slow trickle up to 2 hours – every 7 to 10 days (June-October). Hand water or use drip irrigation to effectively water trees without causing runoff.

Water deeply 2-3 times per month for about 20 minutes each time.

TYPE OF IRRIGATION

Place a garden hose or a soaker hose in the watering well and set it at a slow flow.

Place drip irrigation in a ring around the tree.

WHERE TO WATER

Create a watering well to ensure water is focused on the tree’s root ball.

Move the hose further away from the trunk, and closer to the edge of the canopy to encourage root growth.

TIME OF IRRIGATION

Remember to set your irrigation timer for early morning or late evening to ensure you are following Stage 2 Water Restrictions while keeping your trees hydrated.

PRUNING

Limit pruning, as it may increase stress.

Water beyond the tree’s dripline, which is the area directly under the outer circumference of the tree branches.

Businesses, schools, HOAs and irrigation customers – water savings opportunities are everywhere, including where you learn or work! • • • •

Schools and businesses, get a free site survey to discover water-saving opportunities – up to 320 gal/day Large Landscape/HOAs, a free site survey could find savings of 7,000 gallons per 1,000 square feet Convert to high-efficiency irrigation equipment and save up to 131 gal/day Swap your water-thirsty lawn for a water-wise landscape and save up to 320 gal/day

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Residential and commercial customers can get rebates to: • Upgrade to more efficient irrigation, including smart controllers, drip irrigation, high efficiency nozzles and (commercial only) pressure regulators • Replace turf with water-wise landscaping

YES! WE CAN HELP YOU GET STARTED!

Check out these free resources: • Water Efficiency site inspection programs for businesses and schools • Irrigation survey for large landscape/HOA customers • Drought-ready home check-ups for residential customers

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SECURING WATER SUPPLIES FOR OUR FUTURE THE NUMBER ONE PRIORITY OF OUR EXPERT TEAM OF WATER RESOURCE PLANNERS IS TO FORECAST AND PLAN FOR WATER NEEDS, NOT JUST FOR TODAY, BUT FOR 50 YEARS FROM NOW. We invest in our infrastructure to reliably deliver clean water to your tap, as well as in a diverse portfolio of water sources. But we still need your help. Our customers’ water use efficiency and conservation habits insure that these water supplies stretch as far as possible. Every drop saved today is a drop that will be available next year.

STATE WATER PROJECT (IMPORTED) 7% OTHER IMPORTED 15% GROUNDWATER (LOCAL) 37% RECYCLED WATER 1% DRY YEAR RESERVES 41% STATE WATER PROJECT: Starting in the Sierra Nevadas, this water travels more than 600 miles before reaching Castaic Lake. Severe drought conditions statewide have reduced the availability this year to only 5% of what we are allocated. GROUNDWATER: Held in the cracks and crevices of soil and rock, this water can be found between 200 and 2000 feet beneath our valley and is accessed through wells. A number of wells were shut off beginning in 2019 due to the detection of certain chemicals (see yourSCVwater.com/ PFAS for details). However ongoing investment into treatment facilities is restoring this local and affordable water source. WATER BANKS AND OTHER DRY-YEAR RESERVES: SCV Water has invested in “water banks” in Kern County. Much like a savings account for money, we add water during wet years, and can take it to meet our needs during dry years. We recently invested in infrastructure that increased the amount we can take each year. RECYCLED WATER: While recycled water currently represents a very small percentage of our water supply, we have projects underway that seek to expand our capacity from 450 acre-feet per year (about 147 million gallons) up to 8,000 acre-feet per year (more than 2.6 billion gallons).

WATER TODAY. WATER TOMORROW.

Even in times of drought, new families and businesses coming to the area continue to spur new development. The County of Los Angeles and the City of Santa Clarita are responsible for planning future growth in the Santa Clarita Valley, and SCV Water is responsible for providing water to meet the needs of you – our customers who live here today – as well as your children and families who will live here in the future.

DID YOU KNOW…

…NEW HOMES ARE MORE WATER EFFICIENT? New homes are required to use features such as highefficiency toilets and fixtures. And new landscaping has to follow low-water use guidelines. A recent study showed that from 1967-2016, California’s population doubled, but water use only increased by 13%.1 …NEW HOMES ARE EXPECTED AND PLANNED FOR? Our Urban Water Management Plan helps ensure sufficient water supplies, and our Water Shortage Contingency Plan puts steps in place in case of a critical water shortage, such as one caused by drought. Learn more at yourSCVwater.com/uwmp and yourSCVwater.com/wscp. …NEW HOMES MAY BRING “NEW” WATER? Some larger developments may build their own recycled water facilities to take care of irrigation needs, or pay for additional imported water supplies to meet the needs of the new community. If you have any questions about the drought, water conservation tips, tools, and resources, email CONSERVATION@SCVWA.ORG. We are here to serve you. 1

Cooley, Heather, Anne Thebo, Sonali Abraham, Morgan Shimabuku, Peter Gleick, and Sarah Diringer. 2022. “The Untapped Potential of California’s Urban Water Supply: Water Efficiency, Water Reuse, and Stormwater Capture.” Oakland, Calif.: Pacific Institute.