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CityCouncil | 2015-06-02 | 15 | 284 Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the emergency water supply would be drinking water or to fight fires, to which Mr. Linney responded both drinking water and to fight fires. In response to Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, Mr. Linney stated purple pipes are separate pipes with recycled water which is filtered and cleaned; purple pipe water can be used for landscaping but is not potable. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether purple pipes will be added to newer development. Mr. Linney responded there are no details yet but a master plan could spread the use of recycled water through the District; purple pipes could be used for the landscaping portion of new development. Councilmember Oddie stated that he is encouraged by Alameda citizens' progress of cutting 14% of water usage; receiving citizen emails to help the fight and be prepared is important; 50% water use is environmental; consumers can make the difference by being vigilant. Mr. Linney concurred with Councilmember Oddie; stated water is not just for residents, it is also for animals, fish, wildlife and to conserve for the future. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, the Management Analyst stated the 25% water savings has then been translated by EBMUD to 20% of the 2013 baseline; Alameda has achieved the goal and will continue going forward. In response to Mayor Spencer's inquiry, Mr. Linney stated the overall savings goal is divided by District depending on performance; EBMUD has a 20% goal. Mayor Spencer inquired whether there will there be an increase in cost for the same amount of water. Mr. Linney responded the EBMUD is in the process of adjusting conservation rates to purchase additional water supply and to make up for 80% of the cost to replace and repair pipes. Mayor Spencer requested an estimate of the rate increase and the effective date. Mr. Linney responded the rate increases will start at the end of July, depending when meters are built. Sherrie Hong, EBMUD, noted an 8% rate increase is scheduled for July 1st. there will be a drought surcharge of 25% on volume. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council June 2, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-06-02.pdf |