Town Encourages Greenburgh Residents To Conserve Water

GREENBURGH, NY — In spite of the recent rain, residents of Greenburgh are being encouraged to conserve water.

Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said the area remains severely low on rainfall this summer, as evidenced by browning grass and trees that look like it's already autumn.

"The upstate reservoir network that provides our greater metropolitan area drinking water is under its normal capacity," he said, "so when you try to save your lawn or overuse water in other ways in your home or business, you risk further depleting our precious drinking water resources."

Feiner said the town of Greenburgh is currently in a moderate drought period.

The following home practices can help ease the burden on the local water supply and save money:

• Turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth and washing your face.
• Only run the washing machine and dishwasher when you have a full load.
• Use a low-flow shower head and faucet aerators.
• Fix leaks.
• Install a dual-flush or low-flow toilet or put a conversion kit on your existing toilet.
• Don’t overwater your lawn or water during peak periods, and install rain sensors on irrigation systems.
• Install a rain barrel to collect water for outdoor watering.
• Plant a rain garden for catching stormwater runoff from your roof, driveway and other hard surfaces.
• Monitor your water usage on your water bill and ask your local government about a home water audit.
• Share your knowledge about saving water through conservation and efficiency with your neighbors.