Last watering day in Milliken is Oct. 1

Milliken residents will have to shut off the sprinklers as of Oct. 1 because of heavier-than-normal water usage this year in the town.

Residents can not water their lawns or use hoses to wash their cars after this month because of the increased demand for water. The town gets its water from three sources -- roughly a third from its own reverse-osmosis treatment plant, about a third from the city of Greeley and the last portion from the Central Weld County Water District.

Town Administrator Sheryl Trent said the town's water treatment plant was down earlier this year because of construction, decreasing the town's own water supply. However, the town is only allotted a certain amount from Greeley, meaning it has to pay extra if it exceeds that allotment.

That's why residents will have to shut off the hoses as of Oct. 1, to keep water costs down. The ban will last until March 1, though it doesn't affect residents with private water wells or parts of town that use a nonpotable water system.

However, people using wells must display a sign that is clearly visible from the street that reads "well water" and must include the permit number.

Milliken police will investigate any watering violations, which could lead to a fine from the town. Fines may increase with subsequent violations.

Violations

To report a watering violation in Milliken, call Milliken police at (970) 587-2772 during business hours or at (970) 356-1212 during evenings and weekends.