In response to low river levels, increased water use and dry weather, the City is bumping watering restrictions up to level 2 red today.
At level 2 red:
- lawn watering is not permitted
- decorative gardens can only be watered between 7-9 a.m. and 7-9 p.m. on odd or even calendar dates based on address number; odd numbered houses can water on odd numbered dates, and even numbered houses on even dates
- no restrictions on watering food gardens and trees
- at–home vehicle washing (cars, boats, trailers, etc.) is not permitted
- decorative fountains must recirculate water or be turned off
- garden or outdoor hoses in use must have a shut-off nozzle
- wasting water, such as washing driveways, decks and sidewalks, is not permitted
You can find more details in the press release: No more lawn watering for now