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Throughout the United States and the world, an increasing number of communities are utilizing reclaimed water. The uses for reclaimed water seem to grow on a daily basis, and demonstrate an international acceptance of reclaimed wastewater as a clean, safe product. The citizens of the Las Vegas Valley are no exception to these trends and schools of thought. During the past five years, at least four major citizens groups have recognized the value of reclaimed water and made recommendations to the water and wastewater purveyors to maximize this resource. The Clark County Sanitation District has been intimately involved with each of these citizens groups, and has played an important role in educating citizens on the uses, benefits and opportunities for reuse in the Las Vegas Valley. In fact, the decision to proceed with the design and construction of the Desert Breeze Water Resource Center was, in part, a byproduct of work done with the Water Quality Citizens Advisory Committee (WQCAC) and other outreach efforts by the District, including citizen surveys, public meetings and one-on-one contacts with local businesses. Water reclamation is an activity that represents the best in public efforts to conserve resources and protect the environment. This document demonstrates the degree to which public education and citizen involvement have greatly influenced the design and construction of a water reclamation facility that will ensure the future of water resources and water quality in a desert community.

Product Details

Edition:

Vol. - No.

Published:

01/01/2002

Number of Pages:

3

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1 file , 190 KB