1. EASTERN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT Proposed Emergency Regulations Elizabeth Lovsted Sr. Civil Engineer March 17, 2015 www.emwd.org 1

2. Current Emergency Regulations www.emwd.org 2 Issued by State Water Resources Control Board in July 2014 Prohibit water waste including: o Runoff o Washing vehicles with potable water without a shut off valve o The application of potable water to driveways and sidewalks o The use of potable water in a decorative water feature without a recirculating system Urban water suppliers must implement mandatory restrictions on outdoor water use Alternative option available to agencies with allocation-based rate structures

3. Proposed Regulations www.emwd.org 3 Current restrictions remain in place Additional water waste restrictions including: o Application of potable water to outdoor landscape during and up to 48 hours after measurable rainfall o Prohibition of serving drinking water except upon request o Hotel and motels shall provide guests the option of not having towels and bedding laundered daily Enforced with up to $500 fine per day

4. Urban Water Supplier Requirements www.emwd.org 4 Implement stage of Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) that limits watering days If not in WSCP a 2-day per week limit must be implemented Alternative option available to agencies with allocation based rate structures Notify customers if there is an indication that a leak is present Report monthly to SWRCB descriptive statistics about water conservation efforts and enforcement actions

5. EMWD Proposed Compliance www.emwd.org 5 Submit alternative compliance plan o Savings from allocation based rate structure superior to two days/week restrictions o Encourage efficiency through reducing allocations under rate structure as described in the WSCP Door knockers are left for customers with indications of a leak Report water waste “policing” efforts o Efforts documented in database

6. Contact Information EASTERN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT Elizabeth Lovsted Sr. Civil Engineer (951) 928 -3777 ext. 4307 lovstede@emwd.org www.emwd.org 6