Chemicals in pool water can harm the Arroyo
City wants residents to be mindful of where they drain
By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com
      For many people, finding relief from summer's scorching heat means a quick dip in the swimming pool. But the rise in temperatures has prompted Simi Valley's Public Works Environmental Compliance Division to remind residents of the rules when it comes to draining their pools.
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General Plan meeting will focus on alternate land uses
      The Simi Valley City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss the city's General Plan Update at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 14 in the Council Chamber, 2929 Tapo Canyon Road.
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Answers to questions about the new 'hands-free' laws
      Two new laws dealing with the use of wireless telephones while driving went into effect July 1. Following are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding the laws. What is the difference be tween the two laws?
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Campaign finance statements going online
By Carissa Marsh cmarsh@theacorn.com
      Local campaign finance statements will hit the city's website later this summer following approval from the Simi Valley City Council. At its June 23 meeting, the City Council approved a proposal recommended by the city's eGovernment committee to post summaries of campaign contributions for all council candidates for public review.
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