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CONSIDER
EXPENDITURE OF BUDGETED FUNDS FOR Water Conservation Equipment
and conservation signage |
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Meeting
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May 13, 2019 |
Budgeted: |
Yes |
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From: |
David J.
Stoldt, |
Program/ |
Conservation Devices |
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General
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Line Item
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4-2-2-D |
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Prepared
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Stephanie
Locke |
Cost
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$10,600 |
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General Counsel Approval: N/A |
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Committee Recommendation: The Administrative Committee reviewed this item on May 13, 2019 and recommended ________________. |
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CEQA Compliance:
This action does not constitute a project as
defined by the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378. |
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SUMMARY:
The District currently provides water conservation equipment to the
public upon request and makes equipment available at various public events and
workshops. As part of these activities, staff offers water saving devices to
District residents and businesses. Equipment
provided includes 1.5 gallons per minute (gpm) showerheads, automatic shut-off
hose nozzles, faucet aerators, and other water efficient equipment and devices.
Staff is requesting approval for the expenditure of $10,600 in budgeted funds
to renew its stock of conservation equipment.
The District (and California American Water)
has purchased most devices from AM Conservation Group for a number of years, as
their products are reasonably priced, meet the quality standards expected by
staff, and they offer a selection of utility-grade water conservation products.
Most of the AM Conservation Group,
Niagara Conservation and Simply Conserve-branded products have earned the EPA’s
Watersense® and ENERGY STAR® certifications.
Periodically, staff reviews products from other vendors and researches
cost/quality for comparison. When new
technology or products become available, staff requests samples for testing
before requesting quotes.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Administrative Committee recommend approval of the purchase of $10,600 of conservation products to renew the District’s stock of water conservation equipment.
IMPACT
TO STAFF/RESOURCES: Funds for this
expenditure are included in the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Water Conservation Program
budget on line 4-2-2-D.
None
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