Committee adopts limits on well‑drawn irrigation and pool top‑offs as conservation measure
Jul 20, 2026
The Water Advisory Committee approved restrictions on well‑drawn irrigation hours (9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.) and limited well‑drawn pool top‑offs to no more than two inches within any five‑day period after debating a broader ban on washing activities.
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Chairperson Andrew Chapman proposed prohibiting "cosmetic and luxury water uses, including car washing, driveway washing, ornamental turf irrigation, and pool top‑offs" and suggested reducing turf irrigation frequency. His broader prohibition (limited commercial exceptions) was put to a vote and denied 3‑2.
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