Colorado Springs Utilities is easing into plans for a drier year. Its board has approved entering into the first steps of its drought preparedness plan, as the state emerges from its driest winter in decades.
Wednesday’s vote to enter formal “Water Shortage Preparation” does not yet mean water restrictions for the city, like those set to begin in Denver. Rather, it’s an action that opens extra operational tools the city can use to support the local water system. Additionally, it allows a wider communications budget to promote more water conservation among its customers.
Abby Ortega manages the utilities’ Infrastructure and Resource Planning team. She said it’s important to keep a close eye on conditions and usage…