RES-7793 Adopting a Mandatory Water Conservation ProgramRESOLUTION NO. 7793
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ORANGE TO ADOPT A MANDATORY WATER
CONSERVATION PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, The State of California is in the fifth year of a
drought; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of the critical water conditions
existing in the state, the City of Orange city Council approved
Resolution No. 6563 adopting a voluntary water conservation program
on May 8, 1990; a~d
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 7563 provided that if current drought
conditions continue, then a mandatory water conservation program
would be considered; and
WHEREAS, State water storage reservoirs remain at levels
substantially below normal; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Water District has recommended that
all water agencies within its service area adopt mandatory water
conservation programs; and
WHEREAS, the city of Orange desires to conserve water and,
particularly to prevent the waste of water; and
WHEREAS, Sections 13.04.170 and 13.04.180 of the Orange
Municipal Code specifically prohibit the wasteful and/or negligent
use of water, and enumerate the circumstances that authorize the
discontinuance of water service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following uses of
water are considered to be wasteful and negligent and are
prohibited:
Irrigation systems that overspray or otherwise allow water to
run off landscaped areas onto adjoining streets, sidewalks, or
other paved surfaces due to incorrectly directed or maintained
sprinklers, or excessive watering.
Watering landscaped or turf areas during the hot part of the
day (between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.) and on windy days.
Operating decorative fountains without a water recycling
system.
Hosing down driveways, sidewalks, and other paved surfaces,
except for health and safety reasons.
Washing cars or other vehicles without using a bucket and/or
a hose equipped with a positive shut off nozzle.
Leaving leaking pipes, faucets, or other plumbing fixtures
unrepaired.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the city of orange will expect all
restaurants within its jurisdiction not to serve drinking water to
customers unless expressly requested; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if drought conditions continue,
the city council will consider further measures to achieve
appropriate conservation goals.
ADOPTED this 23rd day of April 1991.
ATTEST:
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hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly
adopted by the City council of the City of orange at a regular
meeting thereof held on the 23rd day of April 1991,
by the following vote:AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS: STEINER, BARRERA, MAYOR BEYER, COONTZ, SPURGEON NOES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE I~~'~
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