Water is a most precious commodity in the desert. Programs to conserve and reuse water are vital to each community. The city of Surprise, Arizona has teamed with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense program to help residents conserve water and reduce costs.

The Phoenix Business Journal reports that WaterSense program is "designed to decrease nonagricultural water use through simple conservation methods and the use of high efficiency products." The EPA has a criteria for efficiency in products and WaterSense-labeled product meet this strict standard.

The beautiful city of Surprise also is receiving international recognition for its wastewater plan. A Swedish Company, Alfa Laval, manufacturers wastewater treatment equipment, and they are printing a story in their trade magazine in Spain on how Surprise, Arizona is meeting increasing demand for wastewater services.

If you are thinking of moving to the Valley of the Sun, consider Surprise, Arizona as your new home. It is a family oriented and progress city in the northwest part of the valley. For more information on buying, selling or about the area go to www.sellingedge-azre.com or email gthornton@jroberts.com.