Mt. Shasta Chamber Weblog

Tips for Water Conservation

The City of Mt. Shasta is asking all residents to conserve water. The City of Mt. Shasta domestic water supply, Cold Springs, is producing fewer gallons per minute than any year since 1991. As you may be aware, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has proclaimed a statewide drought and is urging local agencies in California to conserve water. For more information, go to http://www.gov.ca.gov/press-release/9796/

Door hangers are being distributed asking residents to follow these important water conservation tips:

• DO NOT allow water to run in the gutter.
• Do not water during the heat of the day. Set timers for early morning hours.
• Do not water one spot for more than 30 minutes. Use timers if possible.
• Hoses should be fitted with sprinklers or nozzles.
• Consult with a landscape specialist to learn about maintenance techniques & how to improve the health of your lawn by using less water.
• Water plants & lawn, not paved areas.
• Make sure hoses & faucets do not leak and connections are tight.
• Do not water out of habit, check dampness of soil.
• Please do your part. In the past, our community has responded to requests for conservation by reducing water consumption by as much as 50%

If anyone has any questions, please call City Hall at 926-7510

“Best Tasting Water in California”

A sample of the City of Mount Shasta system’s water was entered into the 2008 California Rural Water Taste Test. A panel of judges has tasted the entries for clarity, bouquet, and taste. The final round of the taste test took place at the Water Taste Test Luncheon April 29, where the winner of the “Best Tasting Water in California ” was selected! Bottoms up! The City of Mt. Shasta was declared the winner for 2008 and received the privilege to go on to the Great American Water Taste Test in Washington D.C. in April 2009!

This award will join the previously received for 2006.