A. Extraordinary Use Restrictions: Whenever an emergency exists by reason of a shortage of water due to an inadequate supply; limited treatment or distribution capacity; failure of equipment or material; or mandatory reductions or rationing imposed by a state, federal or regulatory agency or the Foss master conservancy district, the authority is hereby authorized to impose, by adoption of a resolution, additional restrictions or prohibitions on the use of water from the water system, including, but not limited to:
1. Outdoor Use Of Water For Nonessential Use: A total ban on the outdoor use of water for nonessential use, excluding watering by soaker hoses during the hours identified in section 9-5-3 of this chapter. This shall include the possible removal or locking of all irrigation meters from residences and businesses.
2. New Landscape Waiver: A waiver of subsection A1 of this section may be granted for the irrigation of new landscaping plants whereby watering would be allowed in accordance with subsection 9-5-3B of this chapter, but and only between the hours of six o'clock (6:00) P.M. to seven o'clock (7:00) P.M.
a. Any person wishing such a waiver must make application to the city manager or designee, receive approval and pay a fifty dollar ($50.00) nonrefundable fee.
b. Applicants receiving the above waiver must agree to pay a water rate that is three (3) times normal rate for that customer for all consumption in excess of four thousand (4,000) gallons as registered by a city owned meter. The city may and typically will flow test meters measuring water used under this waiver. This special rate shall be in lieu of the surcharge cited elsewhere herein.
c. Persons who desire a waiver for new landscapes shall utilize exclusively water use efficient trees, shrubs, ground covers, ornamental plants and turf; and are to utilize the use of mulch, compost and zonal irrigation systems. These plants and practices shall be those recommended by or recognized as water efficient and suitable for the area by Oklahoma State University. Turf grasses that qualify are buffalo grass and Bermuda grass.
d. At any time, should the circumstances dictate, the city manager may terminate and withdraw all waivers. If the waivers are terminated by the unilateral action of the city manager, the issue shall be placed upon the next council agenda for review.
B. Limitation: Any extraordinary restriction, as described in subsection A of this section, shall be reviewed by the authority on a monthly basis, but, in no event shall the restrictions extend beyond the reasonable duration of the underlying shortage and any restrictions may be terminated, at any time, by resolution of council. (Ord. 935E, 5-28-2015)