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offset by increased rates charged by Zone 7 due to the drought and increased water <br /> costs from the State Water Project. In terms of other operation costs, community <br /> education can result in more office expenses for paper, photocopying, etc. Operation <br /> Services staff in the Water Division may provide more on-site water leak inspections <br /> and irrigation consulting for residents and businesses. And, more free low-flow shower <br /> heads or faucet aerators may be distributed. These costs are expected to be absorbed <br /> in current budgets. <br /> In conclusion, staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution <br /> declaring a water shortage and implementing Stage 1 of the Water Shortage <br /> Contingency Plan, as ordered by the State and direct Operation Services staff to <br /> educate all water customers about the voluntary 20% reduction. <br /> Submitted by: Fiscal Review: Approved by: <br /> )y),1,1 <br /> Daniel Smith Emily Wagner Nelson Fialho <br /> Director of Operation Services Director of Finance City Manager <br /> Attachments: <br /> 1. Resolution Declaring Water Shortage and Implementing Stage 1 Water Shortage <br /> Contingency Plan <br /> 2. Water Conservation Action Plan educational material <br /> Page 3 of 3 <br />