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Erie seeing success with voluntary water conservation
Erie residents saved 54 million gallons of water from April to June, a 10% reduction from their five-year average, under voluntary drought restrictions. Residents are encouraged to water lawns twice weekly, with some opting for native plants or converting turf to gardens. Comparisons show Northglenn, under mandatory restrictions, achieved a 3% reduction.
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