The California DroughtNear end of 4th year of

historic droughtEl Niño will help, but will

not likely end the droughtState and local restrictions

in place and will remain for foreseeable future

Water conservation needs to be seen as an ongoing lifestyle, not just as a temporary action during the drought

Half Dome During the Drought

Saving Water Outside

Winterize Your Irrigation SystemRemember: DO NOT water within 48 hours

after measurable rainfall Lower sprinkler times during cooler

monthsCheck the system to make sure it’s running

correctlyLook for perpetual damp spots in the

landscapeInsulate outdoor faucets so piping isn’t

exposed during winterClear debris from roof and gutter

General TipsPlant native plants adapted to the local climate

and rainfallUse mulch around plants and trees to retain moistureMinimize turf. Brown is the new green!Use drip and other low-flow irrigation

devicesIncorporate electronic controllers with

precise individual timing, multiple irrigation zones, multiple cycles, and attach rain shut-off devices

Use Xeriscape landscaping 

Save Our TreesYour trees provide an immense range of health, energy, environmental and economic benefits:

Trees improve air and water quality

Trees provide shade to the landscape and reduce water needs

Trees help keep your home cooler

Trees slow storm water runoff and help recharge groundwater

Trees reduce soil erosion Trees add value – sometimes

thousands of dollars’ worth – to your home and neighborhood

Keep Saving OutdoorsPlant drought-tolerant plantsCheck your list twice this planting season! Make sure your water-wise landscape includes ONLY non-invasive, drought-tolerant plants.

Invasive plants can: ÞIncrease wildfire and flood dangerÞDisplace native plants and wildlifeÞClog valuable waterwaysÞDestroy productive range and timber lands...Þand more!

Please visit www.PlantRight.org to find out which plants are invasive in your area of California, and to find non-invasive drought-

tolerant alternatives.

City Watering Days (by address)

No Watering

Allotted # of Days

Water Reduction

GoalContact

Vallejo Even: M/W/FOdd: T/Th/Sa

9:00am-6:00pm

Up to 3 days/week 16% Roger Judy

707-648-5299

Fairfield Even: T/Th/SaOdd: M/W/F

Noon-6:00pm

Up to 3 days/week 20% Andy Walker

707-428-7487

Benicia Even: T/Th/SaOdd: M/W/F

8:00am-7:00pm

Up to 3 days/week 20% David Wenslawski

707-746-4792

Dixon**(If using

City of Dixon Water)

Even: M/ThOdd: T/F N/A Up to 2

days/week 25% Jodie VanMeerten707-678-7000

Suisun Even: M/ThOdd: T/F N/A Up to 2

days/week 28% Paul Lum707-455-4024

Vacaville North of I-80: M/ThSouth of I-80: T/F

8:00am-8:00pm

Up to 2 days/week 32% Ramiro Jiminez

707-469-4123

Rio Vista Even: T/SaOdd: Su/W

6:00am-8:00pm

Up to 2 days/week 36% Main Line

707-374-6451

Solano County Outdoor Watering Regulations

ALL CITIES

Þ For more information or exceptions to the rules specific to your area, visit:SolanoSavesWater.o

rg or contact your local water agency

Þ Schedule your own FREE home water survey by calling 707-410-5469

Saving Water OutdoorsDIY Landscape

Projects

Turf Replacement Replacing your turf with

Xeriscape can reduce your outdoor water use by up to 60%! 

Many additional benefits Healthy ecosystem Improve soil health Enhance beauty of landscape Create a more sustainable landscape

Several turf removal options Please NO artificial turf or concrete!

State rebates availableMore workshops to come

Ideas: www.sunset.com/garden/garden-basics/drought  

Laundry to Landscape (L-2-L)• Relatively low cost way to reuse

water that otherwise would have been wasted!

• Uses graywater to water plants• Learn more at

www.greywateraction.org• Ongoing workshops around Bay

Area, more to come in Solano County

Rainwater HarvestingRain Barrels

Rain Gardens

Learn more at www.greywateraction.org

ResourcesUpcoming workshops

Like SCWA on Facebook and check www.SolanoSavesWater.org for local workshops

Rainwater in Santa Rosa Friday 11/20/15Workshops held around Bay Area – search

onlineCalifornia Urban Water Conservation

Council: How-to videos

https://www.cuwcc.org/Resources/Video-Library

Saving Water IndoorsProducts and Tips to

Reduce Indoor Water-Use

The average person uses 50-100

gallons per day (GPD) indoors

To reduce this number, replace your toilet with a low-flow version.

Check out www.SaveOurWaterRebates.com for more information about available state toilet rebates!

Water-Saving Devices

Dye Tabs (detect toilet leaks)

Moisture Meterfor your lawn

Kitchen Sink Aeratorwith adjustable pressure

Bathroom Sink Aerator

Low-Flow Shower Head with on/off switch

Auto Shut-OffHose Nozzle

State RebatesUp to $2 per square foot of removed and replaced turf will be rebated per eligible

household

Up to $100 will be rebated for purchase and installation of one

qualified high-efficiency toilet (1.28 gallons/flush) per household that

replaces a less-efficient toilet (1.6+ gallons/flush)

The California State Department of Water Resources currently has 2

rebate programs available for eligible households

For more information, visit

www.SaveOurWaterRebates.com

Save Money Save Water

See something? Say something!

To report water waste, call: 707-410-5469

Thank you!