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Monday, August 2 - Sunday, August 8

New This Week:


In Case You Missed It: Seasonal Reminders:
WATERING RECOMMENDATION

Based on data from the City of Frisco weather station:

.25" of watering is recommended this week. 

No watering is allowed between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time
(March 14 - November 7, 2021).

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View the watering schedule map to determine your watering day.
GPCD - FRISCO
WATER STATS


The average daily water usage per person in Frisco is known as the GPCD.

This week in Frisco, the GPCD was 250.
Last week, the GPCD was 202.

Calculations are obtained by dividing the total number of gallons used in Frisco by our city's population.
      

CATCH THE RAIN: DIY RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP


This class is sure to be a "barrel of fun!"  Experts agree that natural rainwater is the best type of water to nourish your lawn, landscape or vegetable garden. Join us to learn how to divert, store and use this natural resource.  We’ll also "pour" through the basics of rainwater harvesting and how it can help reduce your stormwater's effect on the environment. This class is “DIY,” and each participant may build and take home their own 55-gallon rain barrel at $55 dollars each.  Rain barrels are made from recycled food-grade containers and are roughly 24” wide by 36” tall.

Presenters: Rooted In 

Location: Commons Hall, The Grove at Frisco Commons 

Saturday, August 14, 2021
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Register for Class Here

**UPDATE ON TREES RECOVERING FROM THE WINTER STORM**

From Texas A&M Forest Service:
"It's been almost six months since winter storm Uri blanketed Texas in a week-long freeze and, despite ample rain, many Texas trees are still showing signs of stress. Texas A&M Forest Service teamed up with Neil Sperry and other industry experts in May to send a unified message across the state: 'wait.'  Now it's almost August, and we've joined forces again to help concerned home and land owners decide whether it's time to remove their trees, or not.

The short answer is: if your tree is still bare, and hasn't put out a single leaf, it is almost certainly dead. However, most trees are exhibiting some growth - be it from their trunk and core branches, or as shoots coming up from their root system - and so the longer answer isn't quite as straightforward."

Will your struggling tree survive, even if it is taking longer than expected to thrive?  Read the full article at: https://bit.ly/3xbWia4, and follow Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service on Facebook for seasonal updates.
THE SOLUTION TO "POOL-LUTION"
 
Be a part of the "pool-lution" solution here in Frisco!  Always dechlorinate your pool water before draining it.
  • Per city ordinance, drained pool water must not contain high concentrations of pool chemicals.
  • To dechlorinate your pool, allow water to sit in the sun for 3 days.
  • After water has been dechlorinated, it may be drained down the alley or street.
  • Dispose of leftover pool chemicals safely at 6616 Walnut Street during *Special Drop-Off Hours*. For safety, please do not put hazardous waste in either cart.
Learn more about water pollution prevention in Frisco at FriscoTexas.gov/Stormwater or call 972-292-5800.
 "WHAT'S INSIDE THAT BIG GREEN BOX
IN MY FRONT YARD?"

Have you ever wondered what that "big green box" is for? This mysterious box houses the Double Check Valve Assembly, which functions as a back flow preventer and water shut-off for your irrigation system. Licensed irrigator, Kyle Poe, is here to demonstrate how the Double Check Valve Assembly works, and why it is an important part of the system.

Don't miss out on the Ask-An-Irrigator video series!  Past videos are posted at FriscoTexas.Gov/AskanIrrigator to help you prepare your sprinkler system for the summer! To schedule a free sprinkler system checkup with one of our licensed irrigators, use the myFrisco app or call us at 972-292-5800.
THE SMALL STUFF

When your carts flip upside-down during regular service, the wind can easily blow lightweight, unbagged trash and recyclables into the alley or street. For this reason, litter remains the most common form of stormwater pollution in Frisco.

How can you help prevent litter at home?  It's easy!  Make a habit of securing all your trash in bags. Please also bag (with a loose tie) all small recycling items before placing them into your blue cart. Thank you for helping Keep Frisco Beautiful!
 
Learn more about your residential recycling and waste services at FriscoTexas.gov/Recycle or by calling 972-292-5900.
WATERWISE WORKSHOPS ARE BACK!

Learn about Irrigation, Landscape Design Basics, DIY Rain Barrels, Gardening for Wildlife, and more.

Stay up to date on our latest offerings at www.FriscoTexas.gov/Workshops.
 
WATERWISE LAWNS SURVIVE TEXAS SUMMERS
 
August has arrived, and triple-digit temperatures are here to stay. These WaterWise tips will help your lawn survive and thrive, without wasting water or money.
  • Follow the City of Frisco's Weekly Watering Recommendations.  These numbers are calculated based on data collected in real-time from Frisco's own weather station.  Use the Cycle-and-Soak Method to apply the recommended amount of water each week, and your lawn will develop a deeper and more resilient root system.
  • Go "Blonde." Really!  When the heat is too much to handle, your lawn naturally slows its growth in order to conserve moisture. This dormant grass turns a “blonde” color during the peak of our summer heat. Unlike "going blonde" at the hair salon, seasonal lawn dormancy is a perfectly natural process and is not at all harmful.  
  • Forget the Fertilizer. Grass awoken from this seasonal slumber is very thirsty!  Putting fertilizer on a "blonde" lawn will encourage your grass to grow during a time when it has gone dormant to protect itself.   Fertilizing in the summer puts harmful stress on your lawn’s root system and will likely cause your water bill to skyrocket.  Save yourself water, money and extra yard work...  fertilize in spring or fall only!
  • Mow Higher. Once your grass "goes blonde" for the summer, it grows much more slowly. Leaving it a little taller may help it stay green a little longer during hot spells. Instead of trying to recover from the shock of a short cut, your grass can focus its energy on expanding the root system (thus making it more drought tolerant).
PLANT SMART IN FRISCO

With so much gardening information out there, PlantSMARTFrisco.org is intended to function as a "gateway" resource for Frisco residents.  This website provides information on over 100 tried-and-true native/adapted landscape plant choices, plus links to many helpful, authoritative horticultural resources like Texas Smartscape, the Collin County Master Gardeners Association and more! 

PlantSMARTFrisco.org represents an educational partnership between the City of Frisco and the Frisco Garden Club, and has received a Digital Media Award from the Native Plant Society of Texas.


2021 WATER QUALITY REPORT

The City of Frisco is proud to let its customers know they receive safe, high-quality drinking water. Each year, the city provides an annual drinking water quality report to its customers, as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
 
Frisco’s water system has a Superior Rating with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and exceeds all state and federal drinking water standards. You can also find weekly water testing and monthly water quality results at friscotexas.gov/waterreports.


To receive a printed version of this report, contact the Public Works Department at 972-292-5800.
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