Sunday, October 23, 2011

Stage 3 Water Conservation Measures will be implemented on November 1st

The North Texas Municipal Water District has asked all cities to enter Stage 3 conservation measures beginning November 1. The City of Plano needs your help to increase our conservation of water as the drought continues and lake levels fall to substantially low levels.

Beginning Tuesday, November 1st watering will be restricted to once every other week.

· Even number Every Other Thursday beginning Nov. 3
· Odd number Every Other Tuesday beginning Nov. 8

Watering is prohibited between 10:00am-6:00pm.

Hydro-mulching, hydro-seeding and sprigging will be prohibited. Planting of cool season grasses (i.e. rye) is also prohibited. No hosing of paved areas, buildings or windows and No use of ornamental fountains or outdoor amenities which use treated water will be allowed. Swimming pools may not be drained or refilled, except to replace normal water loss.

All existing variances will expire November 1st. Application must be re-made under Stage 3.

For more information please visit www.plano.gov/water.