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Challenge to Regional Stormwater Permit

Summary

The city is challenging a new region-wide stormwater permit adopted by the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board. The council voted to file a petition with the State Water Board to push back against the new rules.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Legal fees and potential compliance cost adjustments will depend on the outcome of the State Water Board petition.

✅Who benefits

Highland residents and taxpayers who may benefit from reduced regulatory burdens or revised stormwater compliance costs.

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