April 2022

How are you preparing for spring? Now is a good time to get our yards back to a clean, useable condition to enjoy this summer. Would you believe having a beautiful yard doesn’t require that much water?

Why conserve water?

We just experienced the 9th driest February in over the past 128 years. While the Division of Natural Resources downgraded the state from exceptional drought to extreme drought status – we’re still far below the snowpack needed to refill our reservoirs. Because we conserved water so well last year, we did not have to mandate restrictions. We can do that again this year by paying attention to our watering procedures.

How the city is conserving water:

Once again, West Jordan is prioritizing wise water use this Spring, Summer, and Fall. Last year, the city passed a new landscaping ordinance that encourages the use of water-wise landscapes, smart meters, and no longer requires grass in park strips. The city is also teaming up with Jordan Valley Conservation Garden Park which offers classes and rebates to residents.

Other ways you can save water and money:

  • Wait to water – wait to begin landscape watering until temperatures reach the mid-70s for several consecutive days.
  • Fix leaks – leaky pipes and fixtures waste water and money.
  • Get a rebate – there are plenty of offers and rebates for residents to take advantage of to conserve and save money from flipping your strip to replacing old toilets. Learn more at UtahWaterSavers.com

Making efforts today saves water for tomorrow. I look forward to seeing you all outside!

Sincerely,

Mayor Dirk Burton

aerial view of West Jordan neighborhood