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Santa Cruz prioritizes water conservation

Posted by: Aqua Blog Maven on June 22, 2009 at 7:16 am

From the Central Coast Mercury News:

Santa Cruzans are tightening their belts, faucets and hoses, according to the water department, meeting and surpassing city water restrictions that were put into effect last month. In May, restrictions were placed on the days of the week and the times of day water users can irrigate to achieve a 15 percent reduction in water use.

This time last year, the city’s water treatment plant was producing about 12 million gallons per day. Since last month, city water customers have saved about 100 million gallons of water.

“By and large, people have accepted and are watering along these guidelines,” said Toby Goddard, the department’s water conservation manager. “Their efforts have resulted so far in a 17 percent reduction in water demand systemwide.”

Goddard said the city is not only receiving the cooperation of individual homeowners, but also compliance by large customers, including golf courses, required to reduce by 25 percent. As of this month, golf courses have reduced use by more than they are required.

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June 22, 2009 · Filed Under Bay Area, Conservation

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