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<br />City of Northglenn 2007 Water Conservation Plan <br /> <br />Conservation Kits <br />In 2002, the City delivered free conservation kits to approximately 7,500 single-family <br />residences. In 2003, another 430 kits were delivered to townhome owners. Each kit <br />included aerators for kitchen and bathroom sinks, a low-flow showerhead, a five-minute <br />shower timer and Teflon tape. The kits were delivered to residential properties <br />constructed prior to 1995 since the properties that were constructed after this time were <br />required to install efficient plumbing appliances. Conservation kits containing free rain <br />gages, shower timers, flow bags and dye tablets are currently available to residents for <br />pick up at City Hall. <br /> <br />Low WATER-USE LANDSCAPES, DROUGHT-RESISTANT VEGETATION, REMOVAL OF <br />PHREATOPHYTES AND EFFICIENT IRRIGATION <br /> <br />Curbside Sprinklerhead Replacement Proaram for City Parks <br />In 2003, the City replaced 140 curbside sprinklerheads to optimize irrigation efficiency <br />and comply with the City's Waste of Water Ordinance. This program sets a good <br />example for citizens not to water impervious surfaces and to comply with City ordinances <br />regarding the waste of water. Sprinklerheads continue to be replaced with lower use <br />models as normal system repairs are made. <br /> <br />Municipal Landscapina <br />The City irrigates approximately 125 acres. Ninety-five percent of the water used by the <br />City (i.e. municipal accounts) is for parks irrigation. Conservation measures such as <br />sprinklerhead replacement, xeriscaping and installation of low water use turf have been <br />implemented in about 30Jb of the City's total municipal acreage. <br /> <br />In 2004, the City converted multiple turf areas to mulched planting beds resulting in the <br />removal of 85 high water use sprinklerheads. Over 100,000 gallons of annual water <br />savings was expected as a result of the landscape replacement and associated <br />reduction in irrigation. An additional 75 municipal sprinklerheads have also been <br />replaced with more efficient models. <br /> <br />The City completed reconstruction of the E.B. Rains Park in 2001. Webster Lake was <br />deepened and the surface area of the lake reduced. The net affect was a decrease in <br />evaporative losses and an increase in recreational uses such as fishing and boating on <br />the lake and picnicking on the additional ground surface area. The lake is maintained <br />using non-potable sources such as a deep well and untreated ditch waters and can be <br />used to irrigate some of the Park's surrounding landscape. The City also has the ability <br />to use non-potable, raw water to irrigate the turf areas at the Northwest Open Space. <br /> <br />Outdoor Waterina Schedule and Efficient Irriaation Education <br />Residents are encouraged to water their landscape efficiently. The City posts a <br />recommended water schedule on the City's website and also in the Northglenn <br />Connection newsletter. During periods of drought or supply shortage, mandatory <br />restrictions may be imposed. The City's website also provides information for residents <br />on a variety of outdoor water conservation methods, many of which describe efficient <br />irrigation practices. <br /> <br />Irriaation System Adiustment Class <br />In 2004, the Parks Department presented two classes on irrigation system adjustment <br />and watering schedules. Residents were introduced to proper selection of irrigation <br /> <br />10 <br />