The annual outdoor water use regulations for James City Service Authority (JCSA) water customers begin May 1 and continue until September 30.

The regulations help manage demand during the summer months where water usage increases due to outdoor water use activities such as watering landscapes and irrigating lawns. The annual outdoor water use regulations have been in effect since 2002.

Under the regulations, JCSA customers can use water outdoors for any purpose, at any time, on any day, as long as it is with a container or a hose with an automatic shutoff nozzle. The hose must be attended at all times. Any other method of outdoor water use, such as irrigation systems, sprinklers, or hoses without automatic shutoff nozzles, must follow the Outdoor Water Use Schedule, which is based on street address.

JCSA customers with odd-numbered addresses can use water outdoors between midnight and 9 a.m. and between 5 p.m. and midnight on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Neighborhood common areas are considered odd addresses. JCSA customers with even addresses can use water outdoors between midnight and 9 a.m. and between 5 p.m. and midnight on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Outdoor water use is not permitted between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or any time on Mondays.

The regulations only apply to water customers of the JCSA, but citizens with private wells and residents in the neighborhoods of Kingsmill and Grove who are customers of Newport News Waterworks are encouraged to follow the regulations.

Ordinance details can be found on the County’s website. Residents may also call the Outdoor Water Info Line at 259-4152 for a recorded message or JCSA Customer Service, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 253-6800.

Planning Commission Policy Meeting

The Planning Commission Policy Committee will meet to discuss traffic impact analysis submittal guidelines, wireless communications facilities (cell towers), and general information about policy manuals on Monday.

Members of the public, organizations, businesses and other interested parties are invited to attend and opportunities for comment will be available. If you are unable to attend, comments can be submitted online.

The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in Building A of the James City County Government Center on Mounts Bay Road.

New Parks and Rec Brochure Available

The Summer 2011 edition of James City County Parks and Recreation’s Activity Brochure is now available.

The brochure highlights all Parks and Recreation classes, events and activities through September. Sign up early to get the best variety in summer camps, classes and outdoor activities.

Summer family offerings include Family Fun Fest in May, an outdoor concert series in New Town and National Trails Day in June and Bark in the Park and the County Fair in September. The brochure is available online. Print copies can be picked up the Community Centers, the Satellite Services Office in Toano, County office buildings and the libraries, while supplies last. For more information, call 259-5415.

Parks and Rec Commissioner Recognized

Outgoing Parks and Recreation Commissioner Nancy Shackleford was recognized during a recent Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting for her service to the community.

Commission Chairman Craig Metcalfe presented Shackleford with a resolution and plaque of appreciation. Shackleford represented James City County citizens by providing leadership in the improvement of park and recreation programs and facilities during her six-year tenure with the Commission.

Grove Tornado Victims

Just a reminder: The Grove Christian Outreach Center has set up a relief fund for Grove residents affected by the tornado that touched down last weekend. To donate to the Grove disaster relief fund, visit any local Towne Bank branch. To donate money or needed items to affected residents, contact Grove Christian Outreach Center at 887-1100.

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