(A) In implementing the mandates of Water Code Sections 13550 and 13551 and Government Code Sections 65601 through 65607, the policy of the city is that:
(1) Recycled water shall be used for suitable, non-potable purposes whenever and wherever recycled water is available at a reasonable cost and of an adequate quality, and
(2) Prior planning for the use of recycled water will enable the city to maximize its reasonable and beneficial use.
(B) The intent of the city council in adopting this article is that recycled water shall be used whenever it is available at a reasonable cost and of an adequate quality because doing so is in the best interests of public health, safety and welfare, and provides a beneficial use to customers and the community. The city council reserves the right to require customers to use recycled water in lieu of potable water for all approved uses, consistent with state law. This mandate applies to existing and potential new customers.
(C) Recycled water shall be used in a manner that complies with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations, and in circumstances that will:
(1) Replace the use of potable water supplies in instances where the use of recycled water is available at a reasonable cost and of an adequate quality;
(2) Reduce the discharge of water from city facilities to the ocean;
(3) Prevent direct human consumption of recycled water;
(4) Not result in any material negative impact to the environment; and
(5) Prevent the run-off of recycled water from irrigated areas.
(Ord. No. 2728)