Englewood Votes on First Mandatory Water Limits | Denver News

Englewood is on the brink of history—voting to become the first city in its history to impose mandatory water restrictions, after voluntary efforts proved insufficient amid record heat and a critically low reserve. With utilities director Pieter Van Ry warning of depletion, residents debate the impact on gardens and trees, while the city cuts back on public watering to lead by example. Council members are weighing a two-day-a-week watering schedule and new enforcement penalties, all as they navigate a punishing drought fueled by historic snowpack lows and scorching summers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eea4b6c126026100