HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-04-23; Municipal Water District; 103; Declaration of Stage IV Water AlertCARLSBAD Ili-YlCIPAL WATER DISTRICT - I
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MTG. 4-23-91 Declaration of Stage IV Water Alert
DEPT. CMWD
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adoption of Resolution No. 730 declaring a Stage IV water alert and requiring it to remain in
effect until further notice and rescind Resolution 720 declaring a Stage V water alert.
ITEM EXPLANATION
At the April 11, 1991, meeting, the Board of Directors of the’San Diego County Water Authority
(SDCWA) rescinded Ordinance 91-l that declared a Water Emergency for the County and
reduced water allocations to its member agencies by 50%. The effective date of the declaration
of the Water Emergency was initially set for April 1st then delayed to the 15th due to what is
being called the “March Miracle” which increased snow pack in the Sierra Nevada mountains
~ from a dismal 20% to almost 80% of normal. The subsequent runoff, potential for additional
supplies from the Governor’s Water Bank, and use of local storage facilities in the County is the
reason for the rescission of the Water Emergency. Taking into account all available water
sources, a new conservation target of 20% has been declared by the SDCWA.
In March, the District adopted a six stage ordinance (No. 35) that covers any curtailment in
allocations from the SDCWA up to 40%. A 20% reduction in deliveries is classified as a Stage
IV under the current ordinance. The existing Stage IV contains a list of the suggested and
mandatory water restrictions. A list of the mandatory restrictions are as follows:
* Reclaimed water must be used for construction purposes, if available
* New development must offset 20% of its demands in existing development
(showerhead and toilet installations etc...).
The existing Stage IV also has a number of suggested water use restrictions. A list of all of the
suggested uses is attached. However, the items of most significance are:
* In commercial and industrial developments, eliminate watering of all non-
functional turf.
* Water all other landscaping in the morning and evening hours (sprinkler systems
are allowed) no more than twice weekly.
The Water Commission met on April 17, 1991, and recommends the Board of Directors adopt
Resolution No. 730 declaring a Stage IV water alert.
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FISCAL IMPACT
The Incremental Interruption and Conservation Plan adopted by Metropolitan Water District and
the SDCWA is not affected. The penalty of $394.00 per acre foot (326,000 gallons) and the
$99.00 rebate will continue to remain in effect for those agencies that exceed their allocation or
save more than 20%.
The District will still maintain its inclining block water rate system. It is designed to recover any
potential penalties that are assessed by the SDCWA. The only issue remaining is the ultimate
effect a 20% reduction in water sales will have upon operating revenue. Staff will continue to
monitor this situation and update the Board following the receipt of payments for the March-
April billing cycle.
Attachment
1. List of Suggested Methods of Water Use Reductions 2. Resolution No. 730
C.M.W.D. DROUGHT RESPONSE PROGRAM (suggested water uses)
STAGE IV 1 - 20% CUTBACK
Household and household members
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Toilets:
E: check for leaks and repair don't use as ashtrays or wastebaskets
C. in old toilet install weighted plastic bottle to displace water d. replace old models with 1.6 gal./flush toilets
Showers:
E: limit shower time install water saving showerheads
C. capture shower and sink warm-up water with bucket and use outdoors or to flush toilets
Dishwashers/washing machines: a. run only full loads
Drinking water: a. keep bottle of water in refrigerator
Shut off faucet while brushing teeth and shaving
Hand washing dishes: a. use one full basin to rinse rather than letting the water run b. capture warm-up water with bucket and use outdoors or to flush toilets
Lawns - water no more than twice a week and only during morning, evening and nighttime hours. a. avoid overwatering - if the grass springs back when stepped on it doesn't need water b. deep soak infrequently rather than short and frequent
:: aerate and dethatch lawns aim sprinklers so they don't water pavement e. use mulch around trees and plants f. clean paved areas with a broom; never a hose
Z: check sprinkler system for leaks and make repairs reset irrigation clocks by season: water once a week in the winter: no more than two times a week in summer i. turn system off during rainy periods; reset after power outage
5 replace inactively used turf areas with drought-tolerant (xeriscape) landscaping
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Stage IV Suggested Water Uses - page 2
8. Pools and spas - install covers
9. Vehicles - wash with hand held hose with positive shut-off nozzle and bucket only; avoid midday hours
10. Penalty pricing - the District will penalize water users for excessive or wasteful use of water
11. Reverse osmosis water treatment/water softeners that discharge water - turn off or disconnect
AGRICULTURE
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Use drip irrigation and micro-sprinklers for perennial crops and all nurseries; increase surveillance
Effect a 20% cutback on normal demands through sustenance watering of less productive perennial plants, pruning and stumping
Check system for malfunctions
Utilize CIMIS irrigation
Demand climate information: call l-800-339-9954 for daily information or l-800-336-3023 for weekly data
Request an audit of your irrigation system: North County: (619) 728-1332
RESTAURANTS
1. Serve water only upon request
2. Wash vegetables and prepare foods in tubs of water where possible - no running water
3. Use broom to clean outdoor paved areas; only spot clean with water
4. Limit landscape irrigation to twice a week
5. Turn off or disconnect reverse osmosis water treatment units and water softeners which discharge water
Stage IV Suggested Water Uses - page 3
CAR WASHES
1. Use water recirculation pumps
2. Check for leaks in the system
HOTELS AND OTHER LODGING FACILITIES
1. Check for plumbing leaks
2. Start replacement of non-conserving toilets and showerheads
3. Reduce outside irrigation
4. Reduce air conditioning system water use
5. Reduce water consumption through flow restrictors or operational hours limitation
LANDSCAPE (EXCEPT RESIDENTIAL)
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Functional (actively used) turf: irrigate no more than twice a week and only during evening, night and early morning hours: reduce watering of low use areas
Non-functional (ornamental) turf: eliminate watering of non- functional turf areas
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Check irrigation systems for leaks, broken parts and sprinkler aim: repair as necessary
Set irrigation schedules appropriate to season
Call for a landscape audit (North County 728-1332)
Convert non-functional turf areas (i.e., not used for activities) to drought tolerant plants
7. Convert shrubs and planter areas to drip irrigation
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Stage IV Suggested Water Uses - page 4
RETAIL WATER DELIVERY AGENCIES
1. Divide customer classes into minimum categories of
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E: residential (single family and multi-family) commercial
:: industrial agricultural e. institutional
Institute inclining block pricing for M & I uses
Adopt mandatory water management or anti-waste ordinances
Establishment of construction use Best Management Practices for construction water
5. Employ public information campaign to cut waste using adopted ordinance or suggested user response stage actions
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Penalty pricing with surcharges for exceeding targets
Actively enforce use ordinances with personnel and flow restrictors for repeat violators
8. Cap on construction meters and permits for unmetered service, institute penalty pricing structure for construction water use and require a 20% cutback
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RESOLUTION NO. 730
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 720 AND DECLARING A STAGE 4 WATER ALERT TO REMAIN IN FORCE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
WHEREAS, a number of rain and snow storms in both southern and northern California have increased the water availability for southern California; and
WHEREAS, the SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has declared a 20 per cent reduction in deliveries to its member agencies; and
WHEREAS, the SAN DIEGO COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY will continue to assess monetary penalties to member agencies that exceed the monthly allotments:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District as follows:
1. Due to the information received from the San Diego County Water Authority, the Carlsbad Municipal Water District is calling for a 20 per cent reduction in water use over expected 1991 levels.
2. A Stage 4 Water Alert be declared in accordance with the District's Ordinance No. 35, adopted on March 5, 1991.
3. Rescind Resolution No. 720 which declared a Stage 5.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a meeting of the Carlsbad ~ Municipal Water District held on the 23rd day of April , 1991, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Board Members Lewis, Kulchin, Larson & Nygaard
NOES: None
ABSENT: Board Member Stanton
CLAUDE A. LEWIS, President
hitQ?m ALETHA L. RAUTENKRANZ, Secreta*