Changes to prescribed shortage response actions are included below in bold.

Water Shortage Warning

Stage 3 of the CCSD's Water Shortage Contingency Plan includes the following actions and restrictions:

• Irrigation on public medians with potable water is prohibited.
• Decorative water features that use potable water must be drained and kept dry.
• Wash only full loads of laundry and/or dishes.
• Filling, refilling, or replenishing swimming pools, spas, ponds, streams, and artificial lakes is prohibited.
• Tune-up irrigation system by checking for and repairing leaks and damaged sprinklers.
• Up to one day per week of landscape irrigation when using potable water; no more than 15 minutes per day per station. (Modified by Resolution 59-2022.)
• Shorten showers and turn off faucets while brushing teeth or shaving.
• District will expand outreach campaign to include a staffed booth at the weekly Farmer's Market. Water efficient product giveaways will be provided, budget permitting.
• Fix leaky faucets, toilets, showerheads, pipes, and other water plumbing immediately.

Additional restrictions per Resolution 59-2022:

• Require property owners of large landscapes to certify compliance with irrigation restrictions.
• Require commercial lodging and vacation rentals to certify compliance with laundry opt-out, pool & spa restrictions, and water shortage posting requirements.
• Require restaurants and bars to certify compliance with water service restrictions.

Resources for the Community

Download a printable one-pager about Stage 3 below. Post this easy-to-read guide at your home or business to remind yourself that the community is experiencing a Water Shortage Warning.