The City of Melbourne is joining with the St. Johns River Water Management District in an effort to increase awareness about the importance of water conservation and the everyday changes all citizens can make to help save water and extend our water resources well into the future.

During the month of April, we will be sharing water-saving tips on our website, Facebook and X as a way to remind everyone of the simple steps they can take every day to conserve water. For example:

• Turn off the water as you brush your teeth, wash your face or shave. Faucets left in the open running position can waste several hundred to several thousand gallons of water per day.
• Install low-flow toilets and showerheads. Rebates are available from the City of Melbourne for installing low-flow toilets.
• Irrigate grass and outdoor plants only when they need it, properly maintain your irrigation system, and choose plants that require minimal water. Follow seasonal watering restrictions.
• Install a rain barrel to capture and store rain water that flows off your rooftop. Harvested rainwater can be used to water your lawn and landscaped areas, fill ponds or fountains, and wash cars. The City of Melbourne offers $50 rebates to Melbourne residents who install rain barrels.
• Find out if you can connect your irrigation system to the City’s reclaimed water distribution system. Using reclaimed water helps extends our traditional water supply by safely recycling water.

For more information or advice on how to save water, please contact the City of Melbourne’s ECO Division: (321) 608-5080.