Water We To Do?

February 25, 2022

The Washington County Water Conservancy District (WCWCD) is getting detailed information on how many commitments cities have made for new development, and therefore water. With that information, the WCWCD is working with the cities on how to manage and allocate water connection commitments.

At the same time, it is looking to cities to pass its proposed water conservation ordinance for new construction as quickly as possible. Recommendations in the proposed ordinance include limiting grass, requiring recirculating hot water, using water and energy efficient appliances and fixtures, limiting water features, landscaping requirements, and more.

Click here to download WCWCDs proposed ordinance. Please read it and share your ideas for effective measures to conserve water.

This is a critical issue that deserves a lot of public involvement and input as soon as possible. The City Council will be discussing this soon, hopefully next week, so your input now is important.

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