happy h2olidays! saves water newsletter... · 2016-12-20 · while you may already know about some...
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Happy H2Olidays! Happy H2Olidays from the City of Ashland’s Water Conservation Team! Many of you have asked for
more information, tips, tricks, and ideas on how to use water more efficiently in and around your home.
So…
Welcome to the first edition of the Ashland Saves Water Newsletter!
Our hope is to provide you with timely and relevant information related to water conservation for you
and your family. During the growing season, you will receive personalized watering schedule
suggestions that align with Ashland’s current weather conditions. In the winter months, we will keep you
informed about upcoming programs, rebate offers, water efficiency news, and other water related tips.
We’d like this to be an open conversation with you. So, please send us your questions or your ideas.
Send us photos of your beautiful landscapes, or of silly water related fun. We want to hear from you.
Now…with the introduction complete. Here is your first Ashland Saves Water Newsletter!
Volume I Ashland Saves Water Newsletter December 2016
The winter months are a great time to plan for
how to best use water throughout the year.
Your sewer rates for the next year are
typically set based on your average water use
for January, February and March. So, use
water efficiently now to save money
throughout the year.
Winter is also a great time to plan for changes
to your landscape. For ideas and inspiration
visit Ashlandsaveswater.org
Winter Water Saving Tips
Winter Water News!
It’s exciting to watch the snow accumulate, and not just
because we like to ski and snowboard!
Our municipal water comes from rain and snow that falls
on Mt. Ashland. So, more snow could mean more
available water for the summer months, especially if the
colder temperatures stick around.
It’s fun to imagine that the snow falling today could be
used in and around your home this upcoming summer
(after it’s been treated, of course.)
Have you noticed the snow up on Mt. Ashland? Water words! What is the term for the
amount of water contained in
snow pack?
See the next page to find out.
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City of Ashland
Water Conservation
51 Winburn Way
Ashland, OR 97520
Ashland.or.us/conserve
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Volume I Ashland Saves Water Newsletter December 2016
Snow Water Equivalent The amount of water contained
in snow pack is referred to as the
snow water equivalent.
Winter Water Words!
Imagine if you were able to melt all the snow for an entire area instantaneously
and then measure the volume of water that resulted….that is the snow water
equivalent. Interestingly, it is not as easy as just measuring snow depth. You also
need to know the density of the snow, and snow density is dependent on many
factors including elevation, the temperature outside when the snow fell, how long
it’s been on the ground, wind, melting, and recrystallization.
City of Ashland Water Conservation programs While you may already know about some of our programs, we’d like to
take this opportunity to share with you more about our offerings:
This free service helps you identify ways to save water inside
the home. We can help you find, and perhaps even fix, simple
leaks, install low flow faucet aerators, and showerheads.
And, if you are ready to invest in new fixtures or appliances,
we can help you determine where you’ll get the biggest water
savings for your investment.
Rebates Have an old, leaky toilet?
You could be eligible for up to a $75 rebate
when you upgrade to a new WaterSense
labeled 1.28 gallon per flush toilet.*
* Rebates are also offered for Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Refrigerators, & Electric Clothes Dryers.
Indoor Water Use Evaluation
More Winter Water Saving Tips
Fill Your Dishwasher. Dishwashers can save quite a bit of water , especially when you fill them.
Newer EnergyStar dishwashers might use as little as 2 gallons of water per cycle!
FREE low flow faucet aerators and showerheads are available to ALL Ashland residents. A
family of four could reduce their indoor water use by up to 60% when replacing old toilets, shower-
heads, bathroom aerators, and washing machines with low water use versions.
Wash full loads of laundry. Waiting to wash your clothes until you have a full load will save the
most water. If you are in pinch and actually need that favorite pair of pants washed NOW, remember
to reset the load size to match the amount of clothing you are washing.
Collect snow or rainwater. If we have snow, br ing in a bucket to thaw. You can then use that
water to water your houseplants.
Volume I Ashland Saves Water Newsletter December 2016
Outdoor Water
Did you know that approximately 50% of
our annual water use is for things outside?
While we aren’t watering the lawn or garden
this time of year, it is a great time to plan for
spring.
If you are curious how much water you will
need to water your landscape this upcoming
summer, consider trying out our
Outdoor Water Use Calculator!
City of Ashland Water Conservation programs While you may already know about some of our programs, we’d like to
take this opportunity to share with you more about our offerings:
Healthy, green lawns require a lot of water
and maintenance. Perhaps you are ready to
transition to a water wise landscape. The
City offers a rebate per square foot of lawn
transformed to landscape. You can get ideas
and look at past projects by visiting:
AshlandSavesWater.org
Sprinkler System Evaluation
Consider giving us a call when it’s time to get the sprinkler system fired up again. We can check to see how
well your current irrigation system is functioning and fix minor problems. We can also go over how to set
and use your irrigation timer. You will then receive a customized report with suggestions to implement on
your own or pass on to your landscape contractor. The best part, it’s FREE!
Lawn Replacement Program
AshlandSavesWater.org
Ashland’s very own Water Wise Landscaping
Website is a great source for landscaping ideas
as well as tips and tricks to save water.
Click on the Resources tab at the top of the
webpage, or run through the
Outdoor Water Use Calculator to access
more information.
There are even helpful videos to help you
understand your irrigation timer.
Ashland Water
Conservation
Like our Facebook page
and check back regularly
to receive timely updates,
tips and tricks, or learn
more about our water.
We regularly feature
photos from the Lawn
Replacement Program.
If you would like to
submit any photos to be
featured on our Facebook
page, send them our way.
Happy H2Olidays!
Education & Outreach
Interested in learning
more about our municipal
water supply, water
conservation in general,
or any of our programs?
We can put together a
customized water
presentation for your
class, club, or group.
Your Water Conservation Team,
Julie Smitherman & Stephanie Danyi
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Tell us more about your needs!
What information would be most helpful to you?
What ways do you think the community or the
city can improve water efficiency?
Do you have an idea to share? Please send it our way.