There’s no greater treasure in the desert than water! That is why since 2008, Arizona has celebrated Water Awareness Month every April for the purpose of conserving one of our state’s most precious natural resources.

As the impacts of long-term drought continue to impact the southwest, the City of Glendale will continue promoting water awareness, conservation and efficiency. Glendale cares about the water we share! Water conservation in the past has helped us and we need to continue to conserve to ensure reliable water in the future! We can all do our part to save water by using water more efficiently at home, school and in the workplace.

Water-Wise Tips:

• Look for leaks, including a running toilet or broken sprinkler heads. Fixing leaks can save up to hundreds of gallons of water a year.

• Attend Glendale’s free Green Living classes. Hosted throughout the year, this series empowers the community to adopt water-wise practices and strategies in their homes and gardens. Find a full calendar of upcoming classes here.

• Apply for water conservation rebates. Glendale water customers are eligible to receive a financial incentive for making water-efficient upgrades that are proven to save water. Learn more at www.glendaleaz.com/rebates. If you’re not a Glendale water customer, check with your water provider to learn about water rebates that may be available.

• Discover 100+ ways to conserve and other timely tips at https://wateruseitwisely.com/

Water Awareness Bookmark Art Contest

Final submission deadline: April 22

The Glendale Water Services Department is hosting a Water Awareness Bookmark Art Contest in celebration of Water Awareness Month. The contest is open to all Glendale students in kindergarten through 12^th grade. One winner will be selected from K-4^th, 5^th-8^th and 9^th-12^th grade – for a total of three winners. Each winner will receive a prize courtesy of Blick Art Materials! Visit the youth area at your nearest Glendale Public Library branch to pick up and submit a contest form. Learn more at www.glendaleaz.com/earthday.

Learn more about Glendale water conservation by visiting www.glendaleaz.com/waterconservation.