Water Resources

Conservation Element

  • Policy CN-4.1
    Water Use
    Encourage and educate residents, business owners, and operators of public facilities to use water wisely and efficiently.
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  • Policy CN-4.2
    Landscaping
    Encourage public and private property owners to plant native or drought-tolerant vegetation.
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  • Policy CN-4.3
    Recycled Water Systems
    Continue to coordinate with the Orange County Water District, Orange County Sanitation District, and developers for opportunities to expand use of reclaimed water systems.
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  • Policy CN-4.4
    Irrigation Systems
    Promote irrigation and rainwater capture systems that conserve water to support a sustainable community.
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  • Policy CN-4.5
    Water Supply
    Continue to collaborate with Orange County Water District and Metropolitan Water District to ensure reliable, adequate, and high quality sources of water supply at a reasonable cost.
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  • Policy CN-4.6
    Water Quality
    Work with public and private property owners to reduce storm water runoff and to protect the water quality percolating into the aquifer and into any established waterway.
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Mobility Element

  • POLICY M-1.8
    Environmental Sustainability
    Consider air and water quality, noise reduction, neighborhood character, and street-level aesthetics when making improvements to travelways.
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  • Policy M-5.4
    Green Streets
    Leverage opportunities along streets and public rights-of-way to improve water quality through use of landscaping, permeable pavement, and other best management practices.
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Economic Prosperity

  • Policy EP-2.9
    Energy Conservation
    Collaborate with utility providers and regional partners to encourage business and industry to improve performance in energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction.
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Public Services Element

  • Policy PS-3.6
    Water Service
    Provide water quality and service that meets or exceeds State and Federal drinking water standards.
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  • Policy PS-3.8
    Conservation Strategies
    Promote cost-effective conservation strategies and programs that increase water use efficiency.
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Open Space Element

  • Policy OS-1.13
    Water Features
    Maintain, protect, and program the City’s lakes, river and creek to support recreation, resource and water quality protection, and community aesthetics.
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  • Policy OS-3.6
    Sustainable Parks and Facilities
    Integrate drought tolerant or native plantings, water-wise irrigation, design and maintenance efficiencies, and sustainable development practices to reduce water use and energy consumption.
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Land Use Element

  • Policy LU-4.3
    Sustainable Land Use Strategies
    Encourage land uses and strategies that reduce energy and water consumption, waste and noise generation, soil contamination, air quality impacts, and light pollution.
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