There are many negative results of urban runoff, including higher water bills, struggling landscapes, and pollution of local waterways. Too much water applied to landscaping oversaturates the soil. Mis-adjusted sprinklers spray onto streets and sidewalks. The resulting water

runoff works its way over the harscape and into the stormdrain system, carrying soil, fertilizer, remnants of pet waste, oil and gas residuals from traffic, and other pollutants. This water stream ends up in our creeks and ocean.

You can easily reduce runoff and help our ecology, your landscape and your pocketbook. Here are a few tips:

• Cut back on watering times.

• For hilly areas, set several short cycles instead of one long one.

• Reset your irrigation controller for cooler periods when days are shorter and plants need less water.

• Be sure sprinkler heads are properly aimed.

• Speak with your landscaper about the importance of avoiding runoff.

• Check our web site www.LVMWD.com and click on "Conservation" for more ideas and how-to's. Also check out www.mwdh2o.com and www.bewaterwise.com

• Ask for a free Water Use Survey for your property, to help you irrigate efficiently. For an appointment call 818.251.2200.

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