(1) Stage 1: Reduction In Water Use: All of the conservation measures set forth in section 10.01.125 comprise Stage 1 and shall always be in effect. Voluntary conservation in other areas of water usage is also encouraged.
(2) Stage 2: Mandatory Water Restriction: In addition to all of the conservation measures of Stage 1, all parks and cemetery will only be allowed to water every other day during permitted hours. Residential and commercial water users will be allowed to water outside during permitted hours on an odd/even schedule as determined by street address (i.e. even addresses water on even days, etc.). Vehicles may be washed only at commercial car washes. Use of water for street and/or driveway washing will not be permitted.
(3) Stage 3: Additional Mandatory Restrictions: All restrictions included in Stages 1 and 2 shall be in force. In addition, no use of fire hydrants for purposes other than fire protection shall be allowed. No use of water for ornamental use including, but not limited to, fountains, artificial waterfalls, and reflection pools shall be allowed. No use of water to fill or top off swimming pools shall be allowed.
(4) Stage 4: Water Rationing Plan: All restrictions included in Stages 1, 2, and 3 shall be in force. In addition, no watering of lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs, and other outdoor plants shall be allowed, unless by means of a bucket, pail, or handheld hose equipped with an automatic shut-off nozzle during the permitted hours. (Ord. 2021-06, 2021)