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Sledding Restrictions at
Hoover Reservoir
Downhill sledding, snowboarding or skiing is not
permitted on the sloped land around the reservoir
or dam due to safety reasons.
Metro Parks offer
sledding & other outdoor activities.
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Winter Energy Savings Tips
Learn how to save energy during cold weather. Plus, link
to a rebate offer for a new programmable thermostat or low flow shower head.
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Prep Your Water Lines for Cold Weather
Learn how to prepare for cold weather & freezing temps and what to do if your pipes freeze
or break.
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Cloudy Water
Cloudy water is very common in the winter & can last
for quite a long time. It is usually caused by
temperature changes and poses no health risks.
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Water Main Breaks
A routine water line repair usually takes about 4 to 6 hours to complete.
And although most are NOT as dramatic as the photo, there typically isn't time to
notify residents before shut-off and repairs begin.
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Help Keep Storm Drains Clear - Winter
Shovel snow and ice into the sewer and onto the curb,
but away from sidewalks. Heat within the sewer will melt the ice.
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Put Spring Gardening in Full
Bloom with
Com-Til Compost
Com-Til products are organic fertilizers and soil conditioners
used for mulching, gardening, potting, transplanting and
breaking up tough, clay soil. Add valuable organic matter &
nutrients to give your greens a boost or use as a decorative
mulch to retain moisture.
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Put Rainwater to Use
Rain gardens and rain barrels put rainfall to use,
reducing the need for irrigation. Save money
while protecting our water supply.
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Ideal Season for Storm Drain
Marker Program
Are you interested in protecting our natural resources?
Volunteers are needed to apply vinyl markers on curbs near
storm drain inlets. By participating in this public education
program, you can help raise awareness that dumping
waste into storm drains contributes to water pollution and endangers wildlife.
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Central Ohio Rain Garden Initiative (CORGI)
Rain gardens are a natural way to use rain water as a
resource instead of a waste product. Learn about rain
gardens: installation, sizing, example plants, design
ideas, Seasonal gardening tips, recently awarded grant
projects & technical resources.
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