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American Water Works Association  International non-profit scientific and educational society dedicated to the improvement of drinking water quality and supply.

Association of Water Board Directors - Texas Dedicated to the betterment of Texas water district operation and management through education and unification.

City of Houston Public Utilities Division (Drinking Water) The City of Houston will be a major supplier of water to the West Harris County Regional Water Authority (WHCRWA).  During 2009 WHCRWA will become a major supplier of surface water to the District.  This website explains how the City of Houston Department of Water Operations ensures that it provides high quality drinking water at sufficient pressure.

Deerfield Village Community Association  The majority of customers supplied by the District reside in Deerfield Village.  This site provides detailed information about the community. 

Harris County Appraisal District (HCAD)  This site contains information regarding property tax administration.  Users are able to search for Harris County appraisal records, view and print parcel maps, and download various forms (such as the homestead exemption application).

Harris County Emergency Environmental Enforcement The Texas Legislature has taken significant steps toward meaningful environmental crime prosecution with its passage of legislation outlining offenses in the areas of air pollution, water pollution, and the illegal disposal of solid waste.

Harris County Precinct 3 Precinct Three is one of four precincts in Harris County, Texas. Harris County is the 3rd largest county in the United States, covering 1,788 square miles.  The 2007 US Census estimate placed the population at 4,011,475, making it more populous than 21 states.  The county seat is Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city in the United States.

 

Harris-Galveston Coastal Subsidence District  The Tri-County Subsidence Issues web site is dedicated to informing the public of land subsidence issues that are common to Harris, Galveston, and Fort Bend Counties in the state of Texas.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Welcome to the World Wide Web server of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).  This is your gateway to the TCEQ's collection of regulatory and environmental information.

 

 

Water Saving Tips

  1. Use 5, 10 or even 15 percent less water.  Read your latest utility bill and note how many gallons you consumed. Simply multiply the number of gallons by .05, .10 or .15—that’s your water-saving goal. For example, 8,000 gallons X .10 = 800 gallons. If your goal is to save 10 percent, that's all you need to save for that month. You can easily save that much by fixing a leak or implementing some of these simple tips.
     
  2. Check with your local water utility for watering recommendations for your area. Some areas require as little as 1 inch every seven days.  Experts recommend watering your lawn deeply and infrequently to promote a strong root system.
     
  3. Operate your in-ground sprinkler system manually—don’t use the timer.  Check sprinkler systems frequently for directional aim and broken heads to prevent watering driveways, sidewalks and streets.
     
  4. If you own a pool, pay close attention to the water level. If it varies drastically from day to day, you probably have a leak and need it serviced immediately.  Swimming pools may not be drained and refilled this summer except to replace normal water loss.
     
  5. Use plenty of mulch in your beds—especially during a drought.  Terrains vary across the state, so consult an expert at your local nursery or home improvement store on the optimal amount and type of mulch needed in your area.
     
  6. Choose “water wise” plants like lantana, salvia and Mexican sage.  Ask your local nursery or landscape professional for advice.
     
  7. Raise your lawnmower blade and cut grass to a height of 3 inches—this shades the soil, which reduces evaporation, and allows roots to grow deeper.
     
  8. Check for leaks in taps, pipes and hoses. It’s an easy way to save water. One slow drip can waste 20 gallons of water daily (7,000 gallons per year).
     
  9. Use soaker hoses instead of sprinklers to water trees, shrubs and beds more efficiently.