Here’s a breakdown of the conversation,summarizing the key points:
The Issue: The conversation centers on a debate in Nevada regarding water usage,specifically how much water is to much when it comes to maintaining established trees,and the fees associated with high water consumption.
Failed Legislation: A bill that would have allowed review of excessive water use fees (impacting turf and tree canopies) didn’t pass due to a legislative deadline.
Current Policy: Clark County (Las Vegas area) has a tiered water rate structure. Homeowners who use the most water pay higher fees. This was implemented about two years ago.
Goal of the policy: The primary goal of the higher fees for high water users is to reduce overall water consumption in a region experiencing a long-term drought.
Source: Jeniffer Solis, a reporter for The Nevada Current*, is providing insight into the situation.
