Kerman Utility News

Kerman Utility News
How to Reduce Water Consumption in
Your Garden
. Festival
of the American
Spirit Fireworks
July 3, 2014
When reservoirs are low and weather is dry,
reduce your garden's need for water by xeriscaping,
switching to targeted irrigation, and protecting plants
with mulch.
Plan Ahead by Xeriscaping the Garden
The most effective way to reduce your water
consumption is to plant drought-tolerant plants that
don’t need much watering. If you really want to grow
some thirstier plants like roses and tomatoes, create a
few irrigated areas and restrict your watering to those
areas. Fill in the rest of the landscaping with droughttolerant plants that can thrive without watering. For
flowers, irrigate spots that you can see from the street
or inside your house.
 Make Trees and Shrubs Top Watering Priority in Times of Shortages
Kerman High School
Gates open at 6:00 pm - Fireworks at 9:20 pm
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City Hall Closed: Friday, July 4th
Independence Day
Monday, September 1st
Labor Day
REMINDER: New Utility Rates Effective July 1, 2014
City of Kerman Watering Schedule
Water Usage
(Landscape Watering, Car Washing)
If you need to make significant cuts in your water usage, cut back on other areas before you stop watering
trees and shrubs. Mature trees help reduce air pollution, control storm water runoff, reduce the need for air
conditioning in hot weather, and can contribute thousands of dollars to a property’s value. If you lose a mature tree, it can take many years before a replacement
tree grows to mature size. If necessary, let lawns and
groundcovers go brown during droughts. They can be
re-grown much faster and more cheaply than a tree or
specimen shrub.
 Use Drip Irrigation to Control Water Use,
Reduce Waste
Only 65-75% of the water from sprinklers is actually
used by the watered plants. 25% or more evaporates
or runs off without being used. By contrast, drip irrigation is more than 90% efficient, because it applies water directly to the plant’s root zone. Switch to drip irrigation wherever possible to make sure the water you
use gets delivered to the exact spot where it is needed.
 Mulch to Protect Existing Plants
Against Drought
Mulch is any organic material spread evenly
over the surface of the soil. It helps suppress weeds
that compete for water with garden plants. It also
keeps the soil cooler and helps it retain moisture long-
Jul - Aug - Sept 2014
Odd Address; Houses That End With (1, 3, 5, 7, 9)
Can Only Water On;
Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday
Before 6:00 am, Between 8:00 am and Noon, After 7:00 pm
Even Address; Houses That End With (2, 4, 6, 8, 0)
Can Only Water On;
Wednesday - Friday - Sunday
Before 6:00 am, Between 8:00 am and Noon, After 7:00 pm
NO WATERING ALLOWED ON MONDAYS
No watering any day between 6:00 am and 8:00 am
or between Noon and 7:00 pm
Mr. Drip’s Water Saving Tips:
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When you have ice left in your cup from a
drink, don’t throw it in the trash/sink, put it in
your plants.
Make sure your swimming pools, fountains and ponds are
equipped with recirculating pumps.
Don’t use running water to thaw food. Defrost food in the
refrigerator for water efficiency and food safety.
er. Instead of disposing of green waste such as fallen
leaves, grass clippings, or plant trimmings, use them
as mulch. You can compost them first or simply use as
they are. For a more finished look, consider commercial mulches like wood chips or shredded bark.
August
Kerman Harvest Festival
September 11 - 14, 2014
Kerckhoff Park, 4th & E Streets
Historic Museum
Novelties
Thursday
Food Booths
Crafts
Carnival Amusement Rides
Dances
Parade
Games
Sept 11
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Free Admission
Opening Ceremony 7:15 pm
Grand Marshal Presentation
Janice Lea, Grand Marshall
Senior’s Drawing & Bingo 7:00 pm
7:30 pm Bill Stith & Mellowtones
8:00 pm KHS Jazz Band
Friday
Sept 12
5:00 pm - Midnight
8:30 pm Brad K. Wilson
Saturday
Sept 13
11:00 am - Midnight
9:00 pm Twi’Lighters Band
70th Annual Parade 10:00 am
“Good Ol’ Days” Celebrating 70 Years of
Memories and Nostalgia.
Sunday
Sept 14
2:30 pm - 10:00 pm
6:30 pm Califas
GATE ADMISSION:
Friday - Sunday: $5.00 Adult / $3.00 Child (4-10)
Sunday ONLY 2:30 - 5:00 pm KIDS 10 and under
FREE (accompanied by parent)
CARNIVAL RIDES PRESALE: Ride Coupons ($10.00 a
book) and Wrist Band Cards ($20.00 per card) will be
available at the following businesses beginning August
25th: Valley Food Super Center; Garcia Market; Reno’s
Hardware; WestAmerica Bank; Central Valley Community Bank; Sebastian; Kerman Food Market; Lucero Market
and Chamber Office.
RECREATION ACTIVITIES: July
Zumba classes resume: Community/Teen Center on
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-8pm beginning July 8th.
For more information call Mark Salvador at 846-4809.
Summer Playground Day Camp for kids 6-12 years old,
Tuesday thru Friday. Friday, July 25 is the last day.
It's just $1 a day and lunch is provided.
For more information call Theresa Johnson at 846-9383.
The Kerman Community Pool is open Tuesday-Thursday from 124pm for Recreation Swim. Cost is $1 for 17 and under
and $1.50 for 18 and older. The pool will close on Friday, August 1.
For more information call Theresa Johnson at 846-9383.
Registration for Start Smart Football, Youth Tennis and
Babysitter Training will begin.
For more information call Theresa Johnson at 846-9383.
The Kerman Youth Commission will begin accepting
applications for the 2014-15 school year.
Participate in planning events and activities for Kerman teens.
Applications are available at the Community/Teen Center.
For more information call Theresa Johnson at 846-9383.
SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES:
Independence Day Celebration; Kerman Senior Center
Thursday, July 3rd 11:00am
Free Event – Reservation Required;
Please bring a side dish
Call Vanessa at 559-846-9330
Senior Trip – Monterey Bay Coastline
Friday, July 25th; Cost: $15, Reservation Required,
Limited Seating, call Jeanna at 559-846-9329
Van leaves at 7:00 am from the Kerman Senior Center, returns at
7:00 pm to the Kerman Senior Center
Leaving Kerman Senior Center, Stopping at Casa De Fruta, Arriving at Monterey Bay.
Upcoming Dates to Remember
Lock-in Schedule :
Saturday, October 28
Saturday, December 6
Registration for Start Smart Basketball begins in October
Cost: $15, Reservation Required,
Consolidated General Election
November 4, 2014
Nomination Papers are available starting July 14, 2014 for three Kerman City Council positions:
 Mayoral position (2 year term),
 City Council position (4 year term).
 City Council position (4 year term).
Nomination Papers can be obtained from:
 City Clerk’s Department, City Hall,
850 S. Madera Avenue,
Kerman, (559) 846-9380 or
 Fresno County Elections Office,
2221 Kern Street,
Fresno, (559) 600-8683.
The nomination period closes on August 8, 2014.
Turn a pickle jar into a cookie jar, a
candy jar or a coin jar and have the
kids decorate the outside!