LA HABRA : Saving of Water Urged; Rates Change
In the wake of dire predictions about water shortages, the City Council has increased water rates and is urging citizens and businesses to voluntarily reduce their water consumption.
The cost of water in excess of 200 cubic feet per month will increase 9%.
City Manager Lee Risner said the situation is becoming serious. “We need a 10% reduction in overall water consumption,” he said.
According to Elray Hanna, who heads the city’s Water Department, about 11,200 homes and businesses buy their water from the city.
“My personal prediction is that shortages will continue for at least another 18 months, even if we receive good levels of precipitation,” Hanna said.
The city provides information regarding water conservation.
“We want the people to know that we have free kits available for residents. If they give us a call, we’ll be happy to send one out,” Risner said.
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