Reclaimed Water Program
Irrigating with reclaimed water is not much different from irrigating with well or tap water except that reclaimed water does not currently have time restrictions for usage. Reclaimed water is also much less expensive than potable water. To take advantage of the program, you must already have, or be willing to install, a sprinkler system. Existing, in-ground sprinkler systems can be connected with little or no modifications. [more]
Find out more about Reclaimed Water and its benefits. [more]
Learn about the Assessment Program utilized to acquire Reclaimed Water system improvements. [more]
The MARS system, which was activated in 2006, is a strategy to reduce aquifer withdrawals and increase the drinking water supply by providing alternative water sources for irrigation. The overuse of groundwater in one of the most stressed aquifer recharge areas in the state of Florida, the Southern Water Use Caution Area (SWUCA), has made finding alternative sources of water critical. [more]
Learn the proper uses for reclaimed water. [more]
Using reclaimed water is cheaper than using potable water. Find out how much you could save. [more]
Follow these watering tips for efficient use of reclaimed water and healthy landscaping. [more]