OCALA, Fla. (April 2, 2024) – The City of Ocala Water Resources Department is celebrating Water Conservation Month throughout April.  The State of Florida has designated April, typically a dry month when the demand for water is high, as Florida’s Water Conservation Month, to educate citizens about how they can help save Florida’s precious water resources.

Customers can save water by taking the following steps:

• Looking for Leaks-Don’t let an outdoor hose or leaky toilet soak up all the spring-time fun. City of Ocala customers are encouraged to sign up for a free EyeOnWater® account at https://eyeonwater.com/signup to receive potential leak notifications and monitor their daily water usage.
• Watering Wisely- Only irrigate if necessary and adjust controls to water before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. on assigned irrigation days. It's important to note that no more than three-fourths inches of water may be applied per irrigation zone on each day that irrigation occurs, and in no event shall irrigation occur for more than one hour per irrigation zone on each day that irrigation occurs. While irrigation restrictions are helpful, customers are encouraged to carefully watch their yard, and only water when necessary.
• Planting Florida Friendly-The City of Ocala is our place of choice, so let’s plant accordingly. Plant the right plant in the right place by picking plants that match the location’s light, soil, and water conditions. Once established, plants that are planted in the right place require little to no additional irrigation. Customers can also increase water savings by adding mulch around plants to help retain moisture and regulate temperature.

For additional information on how to save water and have the best-looking lawn in your neighborhood, visit  https://www.ocalafl.gov/government/city-departments-i-z/water-resources/water-conservation.

To schedule a tour of the Ocala Water Resources Florida Friendly Garden, contact the Water Resources Department at (352) 351-6772 or WRCoordinator@ocalafl.gov.