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Storm Water Quality
The City of Agoura Hills strives to be an environmental steward by making water quality a top priority. The City’s storm drain system is designed to prevent flooding and protect residents, but it needs protection itself. Unlike the sanitary sewer system that collects and treats water from sinks and toilets, the water that enters the storm drain system drains directly to local water bodies and eventually into the Pacific Ocean without being treated. Therefore, any pollutants, such as bacteria and metals, that make their way into our storm drain system will eventually end up in our creeks and ocean, which can be harmful to the environment and human health.
Fortunately, there are some simple ways that you can help reduce storm water pollution: dispose of trash and pet waste in a trash receptacle, fix leaks on vehicles, and wash your vehicle at a car wash, which is designed to direct wash water to the sanitary sewer. Following these simple practices can help reduce pollution and improve water quality for the environment and residents of our City. We thank you for helping make our City an exemplary model of environmental stewardship.