Although the City has sufficient water supplies to accommodate the needs of the City in both wet and dry years, the City takes a proactive approach to water conservation. In an ongoing effort to promote the importance of water conservation, the City participates in various public outreach, education and information programs. Below is a list of programs currently available to residents. For additional information about these programs, please call the City’s Water Conservation Department at 925-516-6000.

Ø Residential Water Use Surveys – This is a free service provided by the City to assist residents in identifying possible areas of water waste inside and outside their home and to educate them about water conserving techniques.

Ø High Usage Notification Program – A notification program has been developed to identify homes that appear to use an above average amount of water when compared to similar size homes and lot sizes. If a resident’s water usage is three (3) times greater than the comparative average, a notification is sent to the resident along with an invitation for a free Residential Water Use Survey.

Ø High Efficiency Toilets – Residents may receive a rebate of up to $50 when they purchase a high efficiency toilet. High efficiency toilets use 1.28 gallons or less per flush.

Ø Weather-Based Irrigation Controller Pilot Study – Outdoor irrigation accounts for as much as 50% of all water used in the summer months. In an effort to reduce peak water usage, the City is conducting a study to determine if weather-based irrigation controllers can effectively reduce irrigation water usage. The irrigation controller assesses weather conditions and automatically adjusts the schedule to irrigate landscaping as needed.

Ø Water-Wise Landscape Information