Austin Water shortage has entered Stage 2 shortage measurements.  Beginnning today, Monday, August 24,2009... the CIty of Austin is kicking into a higher gear for water conservation.  here are the new rules and there will be NO WARNINGS of violations, there will be a $400 Fine for the first offense.

To read further information follow this link to the City of Austin website.

http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/watercon/stage2.htm

Stage 2 Water Use Restrictions  

                   The City Manager has determined that Stage 2 Water Restrictions will go into effect on Monday, August 24, 2009. These restrictions will be in effect until further notice.

In Stage 2, the following additional restrictions apply to the use of potable water:

• Outdoor irrigation is prohibited except on assigned days at designated times (see once-per-week schedule below)
• Golf fairway irrigation is limited to assigned days before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m.
• Golf tee and green irrigation is limited to every other day
• Vehicle washing is limited to designated days and times, with a hand-held bucket or a positive shut-off nozzle on a hose*
• A person may not conduct or participate in a charity car wash
• The use of outdoor ornamental fountains is prohibited except to provide aeration for aquatic life
• A person may not fill, refill, or add water to an indoor fountain
• No automatic fill valves are allowed for pools or ponds
• Washing of sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, patios or other paved surfaces is prohibited*
• A restaurant may not serve water to a customer unless requested by the customer

*Exceptions are made for washing necessary to protect public health, safety or welfare