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Water Conservation in Coachella Valley

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Page 1: Water Conservation in Coachella Valley

Saving Water in the LandscapeUsing less water outdoors in Coachella Valley

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Helping homeowners and small businesses use less water in the landscape

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About Water Wise Now

We help homeowners and small businesses use less water in the landscape.● Guides written for homeowners● Professional-grade equipment● Conservation consultations for

homeowners, HOAs● Water Management services for

HOAs, commercial, and municipal properties

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New RegulationsGoals set by the State & the Water Districts

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Statewide Prohibitions

● Irrigation with potable water of turf on public street medians

● Using potable water to wash sidewalks and driveways

● Creating runoff when irrigating with potable water

● Using hoses without automatic shutoff nozzles to wash cars

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Statewide Prohibitions

● Using potable water in decorative water features that do not recirculate the water

● Irrigating outdoors during and within 48 hours following measureable rainfall

● Restaurants serving water to their customers unless the customer requests it

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Coachella Valley Water DistrictLocal Drought Measures

● Increased water budget for over-seeding is eliminated.

● Broken sprinklers shall be repaired within 24 hours of notification, and leaks shall be repaired as soon as practicable.

● Do not wash down driveways, patios or sidewalks.

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Coachella Valley Water DistrictLocal Drought Penalties

Drought Penalty Pricing● Goal: Use 36% less than

your Tier 2 water budget● Penalties apply on all

water use over 64% of Tier 2 water budget

Penalties for Violations● Progressive, up to $200

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How Much Water Am I Using?How to read your water bill

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My Water Bill for April

Water Budget1 CCF = 748 Gallons

Total Water Used

“Indoor” Water

“Outdoor” Water

Days in billing cycle

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More Info on Your Water Bill

● Year-over-year comparisons

● Shows you where each Tier is for your home

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It’s not hard to save water...

● 25% of my property is covered in grass (maybe more)

● I have a small swimming pool and hot tub, neither of which are covered

● I have 3 citrus trees

● CVWD considers us efficient water users

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How to Save Water OutdoorsLet me count the ways...

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#5 Fix & Prevent Broken SprinklersHow much water are you losing to leaks and broken sprinklers?

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#5 - Why Fix Broken Sprinklers Fast

Average home = 12 Gallons per Minute

Average run time = 75 minutes per week

Average waste = 900 gallons per week!

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#5 - How to Prevent Sprinkler Leaks

1. Protect your sprinklers with a HydroKnot or GeyserStop

2. Every time your gardener mows, turn on the sprinklers to check for broken heads

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#4Tune Up Your SprinklersTechnology isn’t just for iPhones anymore...

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#4 Reasons for Sprinkler Tune-ups

1. Sprinkler nozzles clog and cause overspray2. Sprinklers get knocked into and lean over

Average sprinkler efficiency is around 50%

Sprinklers can easily be 75% or more efficient

Sprinkler tune-ups can lead to a 30% reduction in applied water

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#4 How to Tune Up Your Sprinklers

1. Clean and adjust sprinkler nozzles2. Straighten and raise sprinklers3. Upgrade to efficient rotary nozzles

a. CVWD gives a $4/nozzle rebate on these

b. Use our free worksheet to figure out what to order (http://WaterWiseNow.com/MPRotators)

4. Upgrade to pressure-regulated spray bodies (can increase water savings)

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#3 Switch to Drip IrrigationNo need to water shrubs and trees with spray nozzles!

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#3 Why Switch to Drip Irrigation?

● 25-40% water savings where you switch

● Easier to make plant changes if you like to putter in the garden

● Drip maintenance is much cheaper than sprinklers

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#3 Drip Tubing Help for DIYers

Try our Switch2Drip Guide for complete instructions on capping sprinklers, buying, and installing drip irrigation equipmenthttp://WaterWiseNow.com/Switch2DripGuide

Try our Switch2Drip Kits for an all-in-one box solution including all equipment, complete instructions, and 30 minutes of free phone support from our Water Angels.http://WaterWiseNow.com/Switch2Drip

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#2Get a Smart ControllerWhy update your schedule manually when you can have it done automatically?

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#2 Why Switch to a Smart Controller

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#2 Smart Controllers are a Smart Choice

● Smart controllers update every single day based on micro-climate conditions, ensuring your plants are watered correctly

● Smart controllers save 30% or more water depending on how often you currently update your irrigation schedule

● You can get one FREE from CVWD!

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#1 Remove Some or All of Your GrassThe most effective way to save a lot of water!

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#1 Remove Your Lawn

Replace 1,000 square feet of lawn with:● Low-water use plants

○ 63% water savings!

● Desert native plants○ 81% water savings!!

● Rock garden or patio○ 100% water savings!!!

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#1 Lawn Removal Rebates

● Beginning July 1, CVWD will be rebating lawn removal at $1 per square foot for homeowners

● If you live in Indio or Cathedral City, you are eligible for additional lawn removal rebates

● You have more options than planting prickly things… let’s take a look!

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What Does Drought-Tolerant Look Like?Explore different desert gardens

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Very low water use - Requires NO supplemental waterMostly boulders, rocks, and desert native plants

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Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterNative plants, desert-adapted plants, boulders, rubble, and mulch

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Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterShrubs, cactus, succulents, boulders, rubble, and decomposed granite

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Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, cactus, yucca, and shrubs (Little John)

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Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, decomposed granite, flowering shrubs/perennials

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Very low water use - Requires year-round supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, flowering perennials, shrubs (sage)

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Low water use - Requires year-round supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, flowering perennials, shrubs (sage)

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Desert native, desert adapted, drought tolerant, low-water use...

Plant Types

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Classifications of Plants for Water

● Native to Colorado Desert● Native to Sonoran Desert● Native to Mojave Desert● Native to California● Tropical imports● Citrus & Other Fruit Trees● Annual/Biennial Color● Turf grasses

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Common Plants Native to Lower Colorado Desert

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Common Plants Native to High Desert (Mojave, Arizona Upland)

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Common “Lush & Efficient” PlantsDesert Adapted - Red/Orange

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Common “Lush & Efficient” PlantsDesert Adapted - White/Yellow

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Common “Lush & Efficient” PlantsDesert Adapted - Pink/Purple

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