The Southwest Florida Water Management District recently approved an agreement to continue to help fund the St. Petersburg Sensible Sprinkling Program, which focuses on outdoor water conservation.
As part of the program, approximately 300 residents may participate at no charge. Those who participate will receive an irrigation system evaluation, site-specific recommendations, rain sensor installation if an operable sensor is not present, Florida-friendly landscaping educational materials and a watering shut-off nozzle. The evaluations will be conducted by a qualified irrigation contractor.
In an effort to promote water conservation among all water users, reclaimed water and private well consumers are also encouraged to participate in the program. It is important to prevent the over-use of these resources, as well as potable water.
The total cost for this program is $100,000. As part of the agreement, St. Petersburg will receive up to $50,000 in financial assistance from the Pinellas-Anclote River Basin Board.
Customers interested in participating in the project may contact the City of St. Petersburg at 727-551-3177.