CONSERVATION CORNER

   HOW THE WATER BUDGET WORKS

Each month DWP customers get a new water budget and the glass appears full at the first of each month. For example, May's water budget was 75 million gallons and June's is 86 million gallons. These numbers reflect a 10% reduction in water use over previous years and are designed to attain the goals of Water Conservation Stage II defined in DWP's Water Shortage Emergency Resolution. At the end of week 1, the glass will appear ¾ full; week 2, ½ full; week 3, ¼ full; etc. if we are on target for the month's water budget. However, the water level will be adjusted to our actual water use. Some weeks it may be above or below the target lines, depending on our water use. So, please stay informed by checking the water budget signs regularly.

One key aspect of DWP's water conservation efforts this summer is the outdoor watering schedule. Remember, no watering between 9 am and 6 pm. Additionally, all DWP customers can only water every other day according to the "even/odd" watering schedule. Addresses ending with an even number, water on even numbered dates and addresses ending with an odd number, water on odd numbered days of the month. Our wells need your help this summer due to declining water levels. Please follow the above outdoor watering guidelines and only apply the water your plants need. Over-watering is one of DWP's biggest problems and one of the easiest to correct. Please conserve!

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