Because of the ongoing extreme drought in Minnesota, one city has mandated its residents to stop using water for unnecessary reasons.
The city of Sartell has implemented a complete water ban. The city had started with an odd/even schedule. It has since had to reduce to a two days a week and one day a week schedule. Now, because of the extreme drought conditions in the area, they have banned watering.
The city stated that these watering activities are banned effective immediately:
- yard sprinkling
-power washing buildings
-car washing
-swimming pool filling
The city also announced that Splash Pad at Watab Park will also be shut down until further notice, but Celebration Wading Pool will still be open.
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For residents who do not abide by the ban, there will be a $100 ticket. The ticket will go up $100 with each violation.
The city and the DNR will work together to lift the ban when conditions will allow.