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Kyle Council approves pilot rain-barrel rebates and xeriscape incentives, alters funding source
Summary
Council approved a pilot rain-barrel rebate program and a water-saver landscaping (xeriscape) rebate after extensive debate about program design, HOA compatibility and funding; rain-barrel rebates were set to $200 per barrel and funded from the stormwater fund, and the xeriscape pilot was funded from the water utilities fund.
The City of Kyle's council on Oct. 15 approved two pilot programs intended to promote residential water conservation: a rain-barrel rebate program and a water-saver landscaping (xeriscape) rebate.
Staff presented two rain-barrel options: Option 1 would have the city purchase and distribute up to 50 standardized rain barrels and manage installations; Option 2 would provide a rebate to residents who buy and install qualifying barrels (initially suggested at $100). Councilmembers, staff and HOA…
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