Chandler is working to address future water needs. City officials want to be prepared in case of long-term shortages.
A work session discussion led the city to reviewing projects related to the improvement of storage capacity at the Bartlett Dam and the recharging of the local aquifer.
At a meeting scheduled for Feb. 20, the city intends to amend its water allocation policy adopted in 2015.
Simone Kjolsrud is the water resources manager for the city.
“Our surface water supplies come from the Salt and Verde River System, which is delivered through SRP canals; and we also receive Colorado River water, which is delivered through the Central Arizona Project canals," she said.
She also said she has observed people and their water use.
"We really have seen our residents try to get much, much more efficient with their water use. What we see is part of that is driven by just the natural trend toward more water-efficient appliances," she said.
The city says its drought management plan will be updated in the spring to match water supply expectations and correspond with other needs.
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On Sept. 8, KJZZ water reporter Alex Hager presented your questions and concerns to a panel of experts.
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