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Water conservation plan activated in Dexter

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November 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Dexter, Iowa) – The City of Dexter is enacting a water conservation plan stage 3. This enactment will go into effect November 2nd, 2023 at 8:00am. It is expected to last through November 2nd, 2023. It could last longer pending the water line repair. The repair is on a leaking valve on the main line coming from the water plant to town. Please use only necessary water during this time.
Stage 3 – Mandatory ComplianceWater Warning. Upon implementation of Stage 3 and posting notice in the City Hall, the local bank and Post Office, with publication of said notice in a weekly publication to be done as soon as possible, the following restrictions shall apply to all persons. Elements of Stage 3 include:A.All outdoor irrigation of vegetation shall occur only between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. on designated days and must utilize hand-held hoses, drip irrigation or hand-held buckets.
EXCEPTION: Permanently installed sprinkler systems may be used during the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on designated days. B.The washing of automobiles, trucks, trailers, boats and other types of mobile equipment not occurring upon the immediate premises of commercial car washes and commercial service stations and not in the immediate interests of the public health, safety, and welfare shall be prohibited. C.The filling, refilling or adding of water to uncovered outdoor swimming pools, wading pools, or spas is prohibited.D.Use of water from fire hydrants shall be limited to firefighting and/or other activities immediately necessary to maintain the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City.E.Water shall not be used to wash down sidewalks, driveways, or other paved areas except to alleviate immediate fire or sanitation hazards.