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Landscape and Irrigation Update – Reclaimed Water Supply
26 June 2026

The Landscape Committee would like to provide an update regarding our irrigation system and the conditions currently affecting our community landscaping.

As many of you know, our irrigation system uses reclaimed water, not potable (drinking) water. Unfortunately, several factors are now impacting the availability and pressure of that reclaimed water supply.

Current conditions include:

• We are experiencing an extended period of extremely dry weather with very little rainfall.
• Significant new construction throughout the surrounding area is using the same reclaimed water system.
• Newly installed sod at many construction sites requires frequent irrigation, increasing overall demand.
• Irrigation water pressure has already decreased by approximately 40%, and conditions may continue to worsen if the drought persists.
• Even if we receive a few afternoon thunderstorms, that alone will not resolve the situation. Several inches of widespread rainfall will be needed to replenish the reclaimed water system and improve conditions.

As a result, residents may begin noticing additional dry or stressed areas within the community lawns. If these conditions continue for an extended period, some turf and landscape plants may experience damage despite our best efforts.

The Landscape Committee and BrightView’s irrigation department are actively working together to implement adjustments that will help reduce the impact. These include modifying irrigation schedules, adjusting system operating hours, and other measures intended to maximize the effectiveness of the limited water available. While these steps may help reduce damage, they cannot fully overcome the current water shortage.

To further reduce stress on the turf, mowing frequency may also be reduced to every other week. Allowing the grass to remain slightly taller helps retain moisture and better withstand drought conditions.

Please do not manually operate or supplement the community irrigation system. Additional watering by individual owners places even greater demand on an already strained reclaimed water supply and could further reduce system performance throughout the neighborhood. In addition, local authorities may implement reclaimed water use restrictions if drought conditions continue.

What You Can Do

• Please do not manually turn on or supplement the community irrigation system.
• Report irrigation concerns such as broken sprinkler heads, leaking valves, or areas where irrigation appears to have stopped completely so they can be investigated promptly.
• Expect some temporary browning or dormant grass. During extended drought conditions, turf naturally goes into a protective state and often recovers when normal rainfall returns.
• Help conserve water whenever possible. Every effort helps preserve the reclaimed water supply for the community.
• Be patient as adjustments are made. BrightView and the Landscape Committee are continuously evaluating irrigation schedules and system performance to make the best use of the water available.

We understand these conditions are frustrating, but they are affecting many communities throughout our area. Please know that BrightView’s irrigation specialists and your Landscape Committee are actively monitoring conditions and implementing every practical measure available to minimize damage until more favorable weather returns.

We appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work through these challenging conditions together.