Conserving water in our homes and gardens needs to become a way of life in the Oakland Hills. Here are some practical resources:
Water Conservations Tips from East Bay Municipal Utilities District (EBMUD)
http://www.ebmud.com/about-us/events/water-conservation-tips-east-bay-mud/
Conservation, Rebates and Upcoming Workshops from EBMUD
Includes a home/landscape calculator, sign ups for a bi-monthly water usage report and home survey kit, as well as tips for home, business and industry and upcoming workshops and events.
http://www.ebmud.com/water-and-drought/conservation-and-rebates/
Installing Rainwater Catchment (Rainbarrel) Systems
http://www2.oaklandnet.com/Government/o/PWA/o/FE/s/
Waterwise resources from the Oakland Public Library
http://oaklandlibrary.org/blogs/advice-for-readers/water-wise
Alameda County Water District Drought Resource Center
http://www.acwd.org/index.aspx?NID=510
Sunset Magazine Guide to Low Maintenance Gardening and Water-Wise Design Guide
http://www.sunset.com/garden/landscaping-design/flowers-to-plant/flowers-to-plant_2