<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 26-59. - Restrictive measures in effect at each stage of shortage.</div>
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               The severity of a water shortage shall be determined by the level of University Lake,
               and the restrictive measures in effect at each stage are as follows:
               
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                  (1)
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                  If the water level of University Lake declines to a level of 347 feet above mean sea
                  level (24 inches below full), a Stage I water shortage alert may be declared in effect,
                  and the following voluntary water restrictions imposed:
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                  a.
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                  An extensive publicity campaign will be initiated using public media and specialized
                  methods to inform the public of an impending water shortage.
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                  b.
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                  Residential conservation measures will be encouraged and recommended including the
                  following:
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                  1.
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                  Use shower for bathing rather than bathtub and limit shower to no more than four minutes.
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                  2.
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                  Limit flushing of toilets by multiple usage.
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                  3.
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                  Do not leave faucets running while shaving or rinsing dishes.
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                  4.
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                  Limit use of clothes washers and dishwashers and when used, operate fully loaded.
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                  5.
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                  Limit lawn watering to that which is necessary for plants to survive.
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                  6.
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                  Water shrubbery the minimum required, reusing household water when possible.
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                  7.
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                  Limit car washing to the minimum.
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                  8.
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                  Do not wash down outside areas such as sidewalks, patios, etc.
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                  9.
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                  Install water flow restrictive devices in shower heads.
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                  10.
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                  Use disposable and biodegradable dishes.
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                  11.
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                  Install water saving devices such as bricks, plastic bottles or commercial units in
                  toilet tanks.
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                  12.
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                  Limit hours of operation of water-cooled air conditioners.
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                  13.
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                  It is recommended that water supply line pressure reducing valves be set to the minimum
                  necessary for effective operations of fixtures and equipment.
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                  14.
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                  Conservation in public buildings, institutions, dormitories, etc., is encouraged by
                  reducing pressure at plumbing fixtures, by installation of restricting devices and
                  shutting down on water flow control devices, and by only periodic flushing of urinals.
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                  15.
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                  All residents, businesses and institutions are requested to temporarily delay new
                  landscape work until the water shortage has ended.
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                  16.
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                  Local governing bodies will utilize reclaimed water for street washing, landscape
                  irrigation, and other appropriate purposes to the extent practicable and will implement
                  in their facilities which are served by Orange Water and Sewer Authority the water
                  conservation measures required under stage II warning.
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                  (2)
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                  If the water level of University Lake declines to the level of 346 feet above mean
                  sea level (36 inches below full), a stage II water shortage warning may be declared
                  in effect, and in addition to the restrictions heretofore imposed, the following moderate
                  mandatory water restrictions shall be in effect. It shall be unlawful to use water
                  from the public water system supplied by the Orange Water and Sewer Authority for
                  the following purposes:
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                  a.
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                  To water lawns, grass, shrubbery, trees, flower, and vegetable gardens except as follows:
                  Customers located to the south of the centerline of NC 54 West, Main Street in Carrboro,
                  Franklin Street, and US 15-501 Boulevard may water lawns, grass, shrubbery, trees,
                  flower and vegetable gardens on Saturday morning between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and
                  9:00 a.m. Customers located on the south of the centerline of NC 54 West, Main Street
                  in Carrboro, Franklin Street, and US 15-501 Boulevard may water lawns, grass, shrubbery,
                  trees, flower and vegetable gardens on Sunday morning between the hours of 6:00 a.m.
                  and 9:00 a.m.
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                  b.
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                  To fill newly constructed swimming and/or wading pools or refill swimming and/or wading
                  pools which have been drained. A minimal amount of water may be added to maintain
                  continued operation of pools which are in operation at the time the provisions of
                  a stage II warning are placed into effect.
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                  c.
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                  To operate water-cooled air conditioners or other equipment that does not recycle
                  cooling water, except when health and safety are adversely affected.
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                  d.
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                  To wash automobiles, trucks, trailers, boats, airplanes, or any other type of mobile
                  equipment, including commercial washing.
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                  e.
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                  To wash down outside areas such as streets, driveways, service station aprons, parking
                  lots, office buildings, exteriors of existing or newly constructed homes or apartments,
                  sidewalks, or patios, or to use water for other similar purposes.
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                  f.
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                  To operate or introduce water into any ornamental fountain pool or pond or other structure
                  making similar use of water.
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                  g.
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                  To serve drinking water in restaurants, cafeterias, or other food establishment, except
                  upon request.
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                  h.
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                  To use water from public or private fire hydrants for any purpose other than fire
                  suppression or other public emergency.
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                  i.
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                  To use water for dust control or compaction.
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                  j.
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                  To use water for any unnecessary purpose or to intentionally waste water.
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                  The owner or occupant of any land or building which receives water from Orange Water
                  and Sewer Authority and that also utilizes water from a well or supply other than
                  that of Orange Water and Sewer Authority shall post and maintain in a prominent place
                  thereon a sign furnished by Orange Water and Sewer Authority giving public notice
                  to the use of the well or other source of supply.
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                  (3)
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                  If the water level of University Lake declines to the level of 344.5 feet above mean
                  sea level (54 inches below full), a stage III water shortage danger may be declared
                  to exist, and in addition to the restrictions heretofore imposed, the following severe
                  mandatory water restrictions shall be in effect. It shall be unlawful:
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                  a.
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                  To water or sprinkle any lawn.
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                  b.
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                  To water any vegetable garden or ornamental shrubs except during the hours of 6:00
                  a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. Such watering is only to be done by hand-held hose
                  or container or drip irrigation system.
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                  c.
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                  To make any nonessential use of water for commercial or public use, and the use of
                  single service plates and utensils is encouraged and recommended in restaurants.
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                  (4)
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                  If the water level of University Lake declines to the level of 343 feet above mean
                  sea level (72 inches below full), a stage IV water shortage emergency may be declared
                  to exist and in addition to the restrictions heretofore imposed, the following stringent
                  mandatory water restrictions shall be in effect. It shall be unlawful:
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                  a.
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                  To use water outside a structure for any use other than an emergency use involving
                  fire.
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                  b.
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                  To operate an evaporative air conditioning unit which recycles water except during
                  the operating hours of the business.
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                  c.
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                  To introduce water into any swimming pool.
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                  (5)
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                  If the water level of University Lake declines to the level of 341 feet above mean
                  sea level (96 inches below full), a stage V water shortage crisis may be declared
                  in effect, and a system of water rationing shall be put in effect in addition to all
                  previously imposed restrictions. In that event water will be supplied in the minimal
                  quantities required for the health, welfare, and safety of the citizens in accordance
                  with a program determined by Orange Water and Sewer Authority. If a stage V water
                  shortage crisis is declared in effect, the following conditions shall also apply:
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                  a.
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                  It shall be unlawful to fail to act in accordance therewith or use water in any manner
                  or attempt to evade or avoid such water rationing restrictions.
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                  b.
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                  Fire protection will be maintained, but where possible tank trucks shall use raw water.
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               (Ord. of 8-26-85, Â§ 1, art. 3)
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