2. The California Drought
 Near end of 4th year of
historic drought
 El Niño will help, but will
not likely end the drought
 State and local restrictions
in place and will remain for
foreseeable future
 Water conservation needs
to be seen as an ongoing
lifestyle, not just as a
temporary action during
the drought

4. Half Dome During the Drought

7. Winterize Your Irrigation System
 Remember: DO NOT water within 48 hours after
measurable rainfall
 Lower sprinkler times during cooler months
 Check the system to make sure it’s running correctly
 Look for perpetual damp spots in the landscape
 Insulate outdoor faucets so piping isn’t exposed
during winter
 Clear debris from roof and gutter

8. General Tips
Plant native plants adapted to the local climate and rainfall
Use mulch around plants and trees to retain moisture
Minimize turf. Brown is the new green!
Use drip and other low-flow irrigation devices
Incorporate electronic controllers with precise
individual timing, multiple irrigation zones, multiple cycles, and
attach rain shut-off devices
Use Xeriscape landscaping

9. Save Our Trees
Your trees provide an immense
range of health, energy,
environmental and economic
benefits:
 Trees improve air and water
quality
 Trees provide shade to the
landscape and reduce water needs
 Trees help keep your home cooler
 Trees slow storm water runoff and
help recharge groundwater
 Trees reduce soil erosion
 Trees add value – sometimes
thousands of dollars’ worth – to
your home and neighborhood

10. Keep Saving Outdoors
Plant drought-tolerant plants
Check your list twice this planting season! Make sure
your water-wise landscape includes ONLY non-invasive,
drought-tolerant plants.
Invasive plants can:
Increase wildfire and flood danger
Displace native plants and wildlife
Clog valuable waterways
Destroy productive range and timber lands...
and more!
Please visit www.PlantRight.org to find out which plants are
invasive in your area of California, and to find non-invasive drought-
tolerant alternatives.

11. City
Watering Days
(by address)
No
Watering
Allotted
# of Days
Water
Reduction
Goal
Contact
Vallejo
Even: M/W/F
Odd: T/Th/Sa
9:00am-
6:00pm
Up to 3
days/week 16%
Roger Judy
707-648-5299
Fairfield
Even: T/Th/Sa
Odd: M/W/F
Noon-
6:00pm
Up to 3
days/week 20%
Andy Walker
707-428-7487
Benicia
Even: T/Th/Sa
Odd: M/W/F
8:00am-
7:00pm
Up to 3
days/week 20%
David Wenslawski
707-746-4792
Dixon**
(If using
City of Dixon
Water)
Even: M/Th
Odd: T/F
N/A Up to 2
days/week 25%
Jodie VanMeerten
707-678-7000
Suisun
Even: M/Th
Odd: T/F
N/A Up to 2
days/week 28%
Paul Lum
707-455-4024
Vacaville
North of I-80: M/Th
South of I-80: T/F
8:00am-
8:00pm
Up to 2
days/week 32%
Ramiro Jiminez
707-469-4123
Rio Vista
Even: T/Sa
Odd: Su/W
6:00am-
8:00pm
Up to 2
days/week 36%
Main Line
707-374-6451
Solano County
Outdoor Watering Regulations
ALL CITIES
 For more information or
exceptions to the rules
specific to your area, visit:
SolanoSavesWater.org
or contact your local water
agency
 Schedule your own
FREE home water survey
by calling 707-410-5469

13. DIY Landscape Projects

14. Turf Replacement
 Replacing your turf with Xeriscape can
reduce your outdoor water use by up to
60%!
 Many additional benefits
 Healthy ecosystem
 Improve soil health
 Enhance beauty of landscape
 Create a more sustainable landscape
 Several turf removal options
 Please NO artificial turf or concrete!
 State rebates available
 More workshops to come
Ideas: www.sunset.com/garden/garden-
basics/drought

15. Laundry to Landscape (L-2-L)
• Relatively low cost way to reuse water that
otherwise would have been wasted!
• Uses graywater to water plants
• Learn more at www.greywateraction.org
• Ongoing workshops around Bay Area,
more to come in Solano County

16. Rainwater Harvesting
Rain Barrels
Rain Gardens
Learn more at www.greywateraction.org

17. Resources
 Upcoming workshops
 Like SCWA on Facebook and check
www.SolanoSavesWater.org for local workshops
 Rainwater in Santa Rosa Friday 11/20/15
 Workshops held around Bay Area – search online
 California Urban Water Conservation Council:
 How-to videos
 https://www.cuwcc.org/Resources/Video-Library

18. Products and Tips to
Reduce Indoor Water-Use

19. The average person uses
50-100 gallons per day
(GPD) indoors

20. To reduce this number,
replace your toilet with
a low-flow version.
Check out
www.SaveOurWaterRebates.com
for more information about
available state toilet rebates!

21. Water-Saving Devices
Dye Tabs
(detect toilet leaks)
Moisture Meter
for your lawn
Kitchen Sink Aerator
with adjustable pressure
Bathroom
Sink Aerator
Low-Flow Shower
Head with on/off switch
Auto Shut-Off
Hose Nozzle

22. State Rebates
Up to $2 per square foot
of removed and replaced
turf will be rebated per
eligible household
Up to $100 will be rebated for
purchase and installation of one
qualified high-efficiency toilet (1.28
gallons/flush) per household that
replaces a less-efficient toilet (1.6+
gallons/flush)
The California State Department
of Water Resources currently has 2
rebate programs available for eligible
households
For more information, visit
www.SaveOurWaterRebates.com
Save Money
Save Water

23. See something?
Say something!
To report water waste, call:
707-410-5469

24. Thank you!