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