Small changes add up to real savings — on your bill and for our community water supply. Here are simple, proven steps every Antelope household can take today.
These tips are tailored for Antelope's hot, dry summers and our shared reliance on a healthy, reliable water supply.
A single dripping faucet can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year. Check under sinks, listen for running toilets, and read your meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter moves, you likely have a leak.
Switching to WaterSense-labeled fixtures can cut bathroom water use by up to 30% without sacrificing performance. Low-flow aerators on kitchen and bathroom faucets are inexpensive and take minutes to install.
California natives like California lilac, manzanita, and sage, plus Mediterranean plants such as lavender and rosemary, thrive with little summer water. Group plants by water need and mulch beds to reduce evaporation.
Water early in the morning — before 8 a.m. — to reduce evaporation. Adjust sprinklers so they water plants, not pavement. A smart irrigation controller can automatically skip watering when rain is forecast.
Dishwashers and washing machines use the same amount of water whether full or half-empty. Wait for a full load, and when it's time to replace an appliance, choose an Energy Star or WaterSense model.
While waiting for hot water to arrive, collect the cold water in a pitcher for plants, pets, or cleaning. It's a small habit that can save hundreds of gallons a year.
Antelope families depend on a safe, steady water supply through hot summers and dry years. When we use water wisely at home, we help protect local groundwater, reduce strain on our treatment and delivery systems, and keep rates manageable for neighbors on fixed incomes.
Conservation isn't about doing less — it's about stewarding what we have, so this community stays strong for the next generation.
Naomi's water board priorities include honest stewardship, climate-ready planning, and keeping rates fair for working families. Conservation at home is one side of the equation; transparent, accountable leadership at the district is the other.