HomeMy WebLinkAboutVIII-13 Resolution Termination of 2021 Watering BanMemo City Council Memorandum
To: Mayor Fasbender & City Council Members
From: Ryan Stempski – City Engineer
Date: November 10, 2021
Item: Termination of 2021 Watering Ban
Council Action Requested:
The Council is requested to approve the attached resolution terminating the water sprinkling and other
exterior water usage restrictions implemented in 2021.
Background Information:
On July 15, 2021, the metro was declared a moderate drought and the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources strongly recommended actions to reduce summer demands on municipal water
supplies. On July 19, 2021, the City Council restricted the exterior watering of properties by passing
Resolution No. 07-12-21. This resolution remains in effect until terminated by the City Council,
therefore as a formality we have attached a resolution for this action.
During high heat, water evaporates quickly. To encourage water conservation and wise irrigation habits,
it is recommended that the City Council review a permanent time of day restriction prior to the summer
of 2022.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable
Attachments:
Resolution Terminating the Water Sprinkling and Other Exterior Water Usage Restrictions
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CITY OF HASTINGS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION TERMINATING THE WATER SPRINKLING AND OTHER
EXTERIOR WATER USAGE RESTRICTIONS
WHEREAS, on July 15, 2021, the metro area was declared a “Moderate Drought”
according to a map published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; and
WHEREAS, to ensure that the needs of households and businesses were met, on July 19,
2021, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 07-12-21 pursuant to City Code Section 51.05 G.2,
which restricted the exterior watering of properties; and
WHEREAS, such Resolution is still in effect until terminated by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, due to the time of year, such exterior water usage restrictions are no longer
necessary.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hastings
hereby terminates Resolution No. 07-12-21 and such watering restrictions contained therein shall
no longer be in effect.
Passed the 15th day of November, 2021.
Mary Fasbender, Mayor
Attest:
Kelly Murtaugh, City Clerk
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