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Orange County 6 <br />Effective: (date) Attachment <br />H. Water Use Standards <br />1. General <br />The intent of the water conservation policy and program is to achieve reductions in <br />water consumption while maintaining reasonable comfort levels for building <br />occupants. <br />2.. Waterless or low-flow fixtures are used for any replacement fixtures, unless <br />technically impractical. <br />3, The County gives preference todrought-tolerant plants when new or replacement <br />plants and/or trees are required for landscaping. Large areas of grass are avoided <br />in favor of alternative plantings and landscaping techniques, whenever possible, <br />4. Irrigation is limited to critical needs to support survival of plants, and if allowed by <br />local watering restrictions. Permanently installed irrigation systems are preferred to <br />provide most efficient distribution of water, <br />5, Vehicle washing is performed only as permitted by local watering restrictions, If <br />performed, it is done only with water conserving spraying devices rather than an <br />open garden hose. <br />I. Programs <br />To support the Water Conservation Policy and initiative, the County implements a <br />variety of programs including: <br />1. Employee Awareness/Public Awareness <br />The County conducts communications programs to promote employee awareness <br />of the need for water conservation, This includes such activities as distribution of <br />this Water Conservation Policy, reminders via pamphlets, e-mails, Orange Alive, <br />coverage in new employee orientation, and opportunities at employee events to <br />reinforce the conservation ethic, <br />As appropriate, the County also informs the public of water conservation measures <br />in use such in County restrooms or in grounds care activities. <br />2. Incentives <br />Incentive programs will be developed to improve compliance and acceptance by <br />County employees and other building occupants, These may include building <br />versus building contests, department versus department contests, financial <br />incentives, recognition of employees who demonstrate the conservation ethic and <br />the like. <br />