Flagstaff considers reclaimed-water code changes to limit aesthetic lakes, clarify turf and enforcement rules Commissioners discussed draft code language to restrict future decorative water features and artificial lakes, exemptions for recreational or wildlife uses, possible turf/H OA limits, reclaimed-water hours-of-use restrictions (9 a.m.–5 p.m. May–Sept.), and adding enforcement authority for data-based tools.

Flagstaff is rethinking its water conservation policies, debating whether to ban new decorative lakes while considering exceptions for recreation and wildlife!

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Flagstaff updates lead-service-line inventory and outlines EPA-driven replacement, sampling deadlines City staff told the Flagstaff Water Commission the utility has reduced unknowns in its lead and copper service-line inventory, cataloged about 900 galvanized lines and must submit an EPA baseline inventory by Nov. 1, 2027. The city will begin new sampling on Jan. 1, 2028, and must plan to replace 10% of at-risk lines annually.

Flagstaff is taking significant steps to enhance water safety by updating its lead and copper service-line inventory and preparing for new federal sampling requirements.

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Flagstaff commission reviews reclaimed‑water code redline; members ask for clearer definitions and limits on amenity lakes The commission discussed proposed code edits to govern reclaimed water use, requested clearer definitions for “smart irrigation equipment” and “amenity lakes,” suggested updates to older water policy language on reclaimed water pricing, and asked staff to return with cleaned‑up language and legal review.

Flagstaff's Water Commission is tackling crucial updates to reclaimed water use, debating clear definitions and limits on scenic lakes that could save precious resources.

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City awards $13.6 million construction contract to rehabilitate Lake Mary treatment plant sedimentation basins Council approved a guaranteed maximum price construction contract for PCL Construction to rehabilitate two 1,000,000‑gallon sedimentation basins at the Lake Mary Water Treatment Plant, replacing aging mechanical equipment and addressing concrete degradation.

Flagstaff City Council just approved a $13.6 million project to revamp the aging Lake Mary Water Treatment Plant, ensuring cleaner, more efficient drinking water for the community!

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Flagstaff, federal partners to scope appraisal study for Red Gap Ranch regional water supply City leaders and the Bureau of Reclamation presented a value-planning review of options to develop Red Gap Ranch and other regional sources to address Flagstaff's long-term water needs, agreed to move forward with developing a scope for an appraisal study and requested more analysis on costs, water quality, brine disposal and wildfire resilience.

Flagstaff is taking bold steps to secure its water future by evaluating the potential of Red Gap Ranch—could this be the solution to their looming water shortfall?

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Water Commission Establishes Working Group for Land Acknowledgment Revision Commission volunteers to draft water resource acknowledgment for city council review.

The Flagstaff Water Commission is taking bold steps to create a comprehensive resource management plan that honors Indigenous perspectives and community needs.

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Flagstaff Commissions Collaborate on Water Planning and Sustainability Initiatives Multiple commissions are working together to incorporate water management and sustainability planning.

Flagstaff's Water Commission is paving the way for a groundbreaking collaboration to ensure that "water is life," bringing together diverse voices in the community for sustainable planning.

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City Staff Proposes Redraft of Land Acknowledgement to Emphasize Water Elements City staff initiates work group to revise land acknowledgement focusing on water's significance.

Flagstaff is redefining its land acknowledgment to celebrate the critical role of water and sustainability in our community—are you ready to join the conversation?

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Flagstaff explores new watering schedules to manage reclaimed water demand City officials propose adjusting watering times to optimize reclaimed water usage and reduce peaks.

Flagstaff is considering a bold new strategy: a no-watering day on Mondays to tackle the city's water management challenges as demand surges!

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