SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Scottsdale Water Conservation Workshops

Episode Date: September 1, 2026

Send us a text and chime in!Scottsdale Water is inviting residents to participate in a series of free fall workshops designed to help customers save water, manage their landscapes, understand their water bills and learn more about Scottsdale’s long-term water supply. The workshops, led by Scottsdale Water Conservation staff, cover practical topics ranging from converting grass to desert-friendly landscaping and programming irrigation controllers to identifying leaks, understanding rebates and learning where Scottsdale’s water comes from. Fall 2026 Workshop Schedule Converting Grass to Xeriscape and Plant Selection 1 to 3 p.m. | Thursday, Sept. 10 Mustang Library Learn best practices for removing grass and converting irrigation systems...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/scottsdale-water-conservation-workshops/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Text-to-speech audio articles made possible on the Cast11.com podcast network by Fane Signature Group. Scottsdale Water is inviting residents to participate in a series of free fall workshops designed to help customers save water, manage their landscapes, understand their water bills and learn more about Scottsdale's long-term water supply. The workshops, led by Scottsdale Water Conservation staff, cover practical topics ranging from converting grass to desert-friendly landscaping and programming irrigation controllers to identifying leaks, understanding rebranding. and learning where Scottsdale's water comes from. Fall 2026 workshop schedule. Converting grass to Zerescape and plant selection. 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday September 10th. Mustang Library. Learn best practices for removing grass and converting irrigation systems from sprinklers to drip. Scottsdale water conservation staff also will explain the city's residential grass removal rebate and discuss how to select appropriate plants for a desert-friendly landscape.

What's on my water utility bill? Intro to Water Smart. 10 to 11.30 a.m., Tuesday, September 22. Via Linda Senior Center. Learn how to read and understand the charges on a Scottsdale Water Utility Bill. Participants also will receive an introduction to Water Smart, a free online water monitoring portal available to Scottsdale Water Customers. Water Efficiency and Controller Programming.

9 to 11 a.m., Thursday, October 8th. Civic Center Library Learn how to take control of landscape watering. The workshop will cover common irrigation problems, watering mistakes, controller programming and practical ways to improve outdoor water efficiency. I have a leak. Where do I start? One to 2 p.m. Tuesday October 27th. Mustang Library Scottsdale Water Conservation staff will demonstrate how to read a water meter and use it to identify and isolate potential leaks on a property. Participants also will learn how water smart can help identify unusual water use and catch leaks early. All about rebates. 10 a.m. to noon,

Thursday, October 29th. Via Linda Senior Center. Learn about Scottsdale's water conservation rebates for residents and homeowners associations. Staff will explain available programs and how customers can save water while earning money through qualifying projects. Scottsdale's water supply. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, November 7th. Mustang Library. Learn where Scottsdale's water comes from and how the city is preparing for the future. The workshop will provide an overview of Scottsdale's diversified water portfolio and long-term water supply preparedness. Scottsdale's Zerescape Garden Tour 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, November 16th. Scottsdale's Zerescape Garden

Take a guided walking tour through Scottsdale's demonstration garden and see firsthand how desert-friendly landscaping can be both beautiful and practical. The tour offers an opportunity to explore plants and landscape ideas that can be incorporated into residential conversion projects. Registration information for the workshops and garden tour is available through the city's community events calendar. Scottsdale Water encourages residents to take advantage of these free educational opportunities to learn practical ways to use water efficiently and make informed decisions about their homes and landscapes. Read more stories from the Phoenix area on Signalsauz.com. Subscribe and be the F-1 RST2-No.