water conservation in coachella valley
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Saving Water in the LandscapeUsing less water outdoors in Coachella Valley
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
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
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
How to Save Water OutdoorsLet me count the ways...
#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
#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)
#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
#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!
#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!
What Does Drought-Tolerant Look Like?Explore different desert gardens
Very low water use - Requires NO supplemental waterMostly boulders, rocks, and desert native plants
Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterNative plants, desert-adapted plants, boulders, rubble, and mulch
Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterShrubs, cactus, succulents, boulders, rubble, and decomposed granite
Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, cactus, yucca, and shrubs (Little John)
Very low water use - Requires seasonal supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, decomposed granite, flowering shrubs/perennials
Very low water use - Requires year-round supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, flowering perennials, shrubs (sage)
Low water use - Requires year-round supplemental waterBoulders, rocks, flowering perennials, shrubs (sage)
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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