Dept of Military Affairs WCProgram

• Project Type: Water Conservation Plan
• Project Name: Water Efficiency Plans for State Agencies
• Title: Department of Military Affairs Water Efficiency Plan
• Date: 2/2/1993
• County: Statewide
• Water Conservation - Doc Type: Complete Plan

III. PROGRAM STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE

The Colorado Army National Guard will fully establish and implement
an effective water conservation program in compliance with HB 91-1154
(Water Conservation Act of 1991) and instigate water conservation measures
at all levels within the Colorado Army National Guard. Protecting the
environment, long term cost savings, and improved water quality are some of
the benefits the Colorado Army National Guard and the Department of
Military Affairs is implementing to minimize water usage. The following
objectives define the goals of this program:

1) Heighten awareness of the critical need to conserve water, both
as a soldier and a citizen of the State of Colorado. Articles in the
Department's Weekly Bulletin, flyers and posters sent to units, and
facilities compliance and assistance visits are planned.

2) Establish Operational Procedures to:

a. Detect and report system water leaks

b. Identify and upgrade by replacing existing fixtures and
equipment with modern energy and water efficient fixtures
and equipment

c. Repair and regulate irrigation systems for maximum
efficiency

d. Utilize new landscaping technology (xeriscape)

e. Repair and replace water system components to meet or
exceed specifications outlined in HB 1154

3) Create a position (Additional Duty) within the Department of
Military Affairs Facilities Management Office with primary
responsibility for:

a. Planning and coordinating conservation surveys and
work orders
b. Planning and coordinating compliance/assistance visits
c. Planning and coordinating educat i ona 1 efforts
d. Coordinating with state and federal agencies
e. Maintaining consumption statistics and monitoring program
progress