Water Conservation
Summary
The city is rushing to complete secondary water meter installations and set up data towers before state grant funding expires in December 2026, enabling real-time leak detection and water tracking.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Project funded by $11.47M in ARPA grants, a $4.18M bond, and matching funds; ongoing annual data subscription of $55,000.
Water users who can monitor usage via an online portal and city staff who gain efficient troubleshooting tools.
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Mentions & discussions (7)
Regular Meeting — June 9, 2026
The city is looking to add a formal water conservation plan to its general plan, which helps guide future growth and resource management.
Work Session/Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Joint meeting — May 26, 2026
The city is updating its master plan to include water conservation, which is required by new state laws.
Business Meeting — April 14, 2026
Due to record-low snowpack, the city is limiting outdoor watering this year. Residents will need to follow a specific schedule to ensure the water supply lasts through the summer.
Work Session — March 24, 2026
The city is rushing to complete secondary water meter installations and set up data towers before state grant funding expires in December 2026, enabling real-time leak detection and water tracking.
02/03 Planning Commission Meeting — February 3, 2026
The city is installing water meters across neighborhoods to meet state requirements by 2030. It's a multi-year project that will continue for a few more years.
Planning Commission - Oct 7, 2025
The city is updating its General Plan to ensure there is enough water for future residents. This includes new state-mandated rules and a city-wide project to install water meters on all homes to prevent waste.
Legislative committee discusses strategic plan for Great Salt Lake Great Salt Lake Commissioner Hannah Freeze presented an action plan for the lake. Read More »
Legislative committee discusses strategic plan for Great Salt Lake Great Salt Lake Commissioner Hannah Freeze presented an action plan for the lake. Read More »
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