Denton Water Utilities is asking residents to conserve water temporarily on Tuesday July 25^th as we work to finalize repairs that took place on 7/13 to one of our Raw Waterlines. The scheduled repairs are anticipated to be completed by the end of the day. Once repairs have been completed we will notify the public that the temporary conservation request has been lifted. We do not anticipate more conservation requests resulting from this repair.

The following measures are requested to help alleviate the strain on the water supply until the issue is resolved:

• Avoid washing cars, trucks, and boats at home.
• Refrain from draining and refilling pools or filling new pools and/or ornamental fountains.
• Utilize a broom instead of a hose to clear sidewalks, porches, and driveways of debris.
• Please avoid watering lawn and landscaping. It is best practice to water landscape no more than twice a week to encourage deep root systems. We ask that residents water deeply Sunday the 23^rd or Monday the 24^th in order to avoid watering on Tuesday.

Efforts will be made to repair the leak and restore standard water supply as quickly as possible. Denton Water Utilities' dedicated crews will diligently work to resolve the situation. There will be no impact to water quality, and water will be available for all essential needs such as drinking, cooking and bathing. An update will be given by 5pm on Tuesday the 25^th.

To learn more about the city's Drought Contingency Plan and additional water conservation measures, residents are encouraged to visit the official website at https://www.cityofdenton.com/390/Drought-Contingency-Water-Conservation-P.

Denton Water Utilities sincerely appreciates the cooperation of residents during this temporary water conservation request. By working together, we can effectively manage our precious water resources and ensure the well-being of our community.

There are many ways to conserve water, but did you know that irrigation habits have the largest potential impact on water usage?

Mulch can go a long way to regulate soil moisture and reduce watering needs, while also keeping bugs and weeds at bay. There is no need to spend money on mulch - your own grass clippings and leaves can be used as mulch! If you wish to purchase mulch, it is readily available at any garden center, and mulch can be purchased in bulk at our Dyno Dirt Store https://www.cityofdenton.com/181/Dyno-Dirt

We are grateful for the men and women working behind the scenes to keep us supplied with fresh, clean water. Drink up!

Suspicious you may be losing water through a leaky toilet? Place a few drops of red or blue dye in the tank and wait 15 - 20 minutes. If the dye appears in the bowl, you know your toilet is leaking. This type of leak is most often caused by an issue with your toilet flapper valve, which usually costs between $5-10 to replace, and is readily available at hardware stores.

Introducing Echinacea!

If you are looking for a visually striking plant with very low water needs, Echinacea may be for you! This perennial, which is also commonly referred to as purple coneflower, will come back year after year, and is well suited to the North Texas Area. This plant only needs water 1-2 times a week during extreme heat and drought, making it a perfect plant whether or not watering restrictions are in place!

Make sure you are only watering between the hours of 6pm and 10am to avoid scorching your lawn.