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a o~ 19 FacF 4819 RECOMMENDED "WATER CONSERVATION MEASURES" FOR USERS OF THE CITY OF SANFORD WATER SYSTEM JULY 30, 2003 Conservation for Emergency Conservation or Rationing Phase (In addition to measures listed above) • Turn off the shower while soaping up. • Use disposable eating utensils. OUTDOOR RESIDENTIAL USE Conservation for Normal Conditions and Voluntary Conservation Phase Lawns • Water in the early morning before 10:00 a.m., and during declared water shortages, on days as specified in the Water Shortage Response Ordinance. Early morning watering helps prevent evaporation that occurs during the hottest part of the day. Morning watering is better than evening, when the dampness encourages growth of fungus. However, nighttime watering is still better than watering during the heat of mid-day and afternoon, if early morning watering is not possible. Cloudy clays are .better for watering than sunny days. • Do not water lawns unnecessarily. Water only when lawns show signs of wilt. Grass that springs back when stepped on does not need water. • Water thoroughly, not frequently: long enough to soak roots. A light sprinkling evaporates quickly and encourages shallow root systems. Water slowly to avoid runoff. • Do not let the sprinkler run any longer than necessary. In an hour, 600 gallons of water can be wasted. • Allow a maximum of one inch of water per week on your lawn. To measure, place cake tins outside to collect rain and water from sprinklers. • Aerate lawns by punching holes 6 inches apart. This allows water to reach roots rather than run off surfaces. • position sprinklers to water the lawn, not pavement. • Avoid watering on windy clays when the wind not only blows water off target, but also causes excess evaporation. • Keep sprinkler heads clean to prevent uneven watering. • Adjust water to simulate it gentle rain. Sprinklers that produce a fine mist waste water through evaporation. 7/15/03 Page 2 of 5