LA Times: Gov. Jerry Brown wants to fine big water wasters up to $10,000 per day, one of two new efforts he announced Tuesday to battle California`s drought.
The higher penalties would be a sharp increase from the current $500 maximum that local water districts can now impose on residents and businesses.
The governor`s proposal, which must be negotiated with lawmakers, would also empower cities and counties to issue fines. Local governments would be able to enlist staff members to dish out warnings and...