Regional Water Conservation Policy


Plano will assume regional leadership regarding water issues and work with North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) member organizations to encourage more efficient water use and conservation.


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Actions

RWC1
Promote local responsible use of water through the city’s Water Management Plan, in conformance with the NTMWD Water Conservation Plan.
In Progress
RWC2
Participate in regional planning activities to prepare for predicted future drought conditions.
In Progress
RWC3
Ensure conservation of water and reduced costs for purchasing water through the efficient irrigation of city parks, athletic fields, and other public property.
In Progress
RWC4

Actively educate residents to:

  1. Follow recommended watering guidelines during normal conditions; and
  2. Achieve compliance with water restrictions during drought and emergency water conditions.
RWC5
Encourage the use of drought resistant and native plants for required landscaping on all new development and replacement of current landscaping throughout the city.
Pending
RWC6
Implement programs to reduce and control water loss, and study operational impacts of drought conditions on the city’s water and sewer system.
Pending


Action Implementation Progress

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