The WCMP also includes includes non-emergency water conservation programs and programs to respond to emergencies effectively.
Water conservation is a critical part of managing water supply.
It assures wise use of existing and proposed water sources under normal conditions. It includes programs such as pressure reduction, leak detection, water recycling, and education. It helps manage water supply emergencies. In these cases, it is called use restriction, which is mandatory , and usually short-term with immediate impact. When City Council adopted the WCMP, they also passed a Water Conservation Ordinance.