HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES NO 192-92 RESOLUTION NO. 192-92
RESOLUTION MAKING FINDING AS REQUIRED BY
ASSEMBLY BILL 325 THAT A WATER EFFICIENT
LANDSCAPING ORDINANCE IS NOT NECESSARY.
WHEREAS, the State of California adopted the Water Conservation in
Landscaping Act (Act), (Assembly Bill 325 (1990)), requiring that by January 1, 1993,
local agencies adopt a water efficient landscape ordinance or adopt a resolution making
findings which are based on specified factors, that no ordinance is necessary; and
WHEREAS, if neither an ordinance nor resolution is adopted, the model
ordinance prepared by a State appointed task force shall take effect and shall be
enforced by the local agency as if adopted by the local agency; and
WHEREAS, the "Act" requires the local agency to file with the Department
of Water Resources, no later that January 31, 1993, a copy of the adopted water efficient
landscape ordinance or the resolution making findings which state that no ordinance is
necessary; and
WHEREAS, a report entitled, "Report in Response to AB 325: Water
Efficient Landscaping and Water Conservation," ("Report") attached hereto as Exhibit
"A", has been prepared to include supporting evidence that the operations of local water
purveyors and the City's current ordinances, policies, standards and practices provide for
adequate water efficient landscaping, water conservation, and water availability; and
WHEREAS, the operations of local water purveyors and the requirements
of the City meet or exceed the provisions considered in the model ordinance prepared
by the State appointed task force; and
WHEREAS, local geologic conditions allow water purveyors to operate and
maintain on-going and effective groundwater recharge to the aquifer and water supply
system; and
WHEREAS, it is estimated that only 0.3% of the total amount of urban
(non-agricultural) water usage is for landscaping; and
WHEREAS, voluntary water conservation programs have been successful in
reducing water wastage; and
WHEREAS, adoption of a separate water efficient landscape ordinance
would be unwarranted because it would not significantly improve water efficient
landscaping; and
WHEREAS, the "Reporf' (Exhibit "A") recommends amendments to
existing ordinances, policies and standards which may further enhance water efficient
landscaping and conservation; and
WHEREAS, current policies, ordinances, standards and practices meet the
goals of water efficient landscaping as intended by Assembly Bill 325; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to adopt a resolution making findings
that a water efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary based on the evidence
contained in the "Report" (Exhibit "A"), which substantiates adequate water supplies,
successful groundwater recharge facilities, and existing water efficient landscaping and
water conservation requirements.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY FOUND AND RESOLVED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. The above recitals, incorporated herein, are true and correct.
2. Adoption of a water efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary
because water availability is projected to meet current and future needs of the City.
3. Adoption of a water efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary
because local geologic conditions which allow for on-going and effective groundwater
recharge and water storage facilities, such as the 2800 Acre groundwater recharge area,
provide for current and future water needs.
4. Water used for landscaping purposes is estimated to be only a small
percentage of the total amount of water usage in Bakersfield.
5. The "Report In Response To AB 325: Water Efficient Landscaping
and Water Conservation", attached hereto as Exhibit "A", provides evidence that the
City's ordinances, resolutions, standards and policies meet the intent of AB 325 (1990),
6. Implementation of the recommended actions may further promote
water efficient landscaping and water conservation.
7. This project is exempt from CEQA in accordance with CEQA
Section 15061(b)(3).
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ORIGINAL
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted by
the Council of the City of Bakersfield at a regular meeting thereof held
~OCT 2 1 1997. by the following vote:
AYES; COUNCILMEMBERS: EDWARDS, DeMOND, SMITH, BRUNNI, P~TERSON, McDERMOTT. SALVAGGIO
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NOES; COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT COUNCtLMEMBERS: ~o/uE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS /V~N~
CITY CLERK and Ex Officio Clerk of the
Council of the City of Bakersfield
APPROVED ~g_~ 2 :t 1992
VICE - MAYOR of the City of Bakersfield
APPROVED as to form:
L~WRENCE M.~L NARDINITM
CITY ATTORNEY of the City of Bakersfield
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ORIGINAL
EXHIBIT "A"
REPORT IN RESPONSE TO AB 325:
WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING
AND WATER CONSERVATION
Prepared by:
City of Bakersfield
Planning Department
1501 Traxran Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(805) 326-3733
Contributing Departments:
Parks Division, City of Bakersfield
Public Works Department, City of Bakersfield
Water Resources Department, City of Bakersfield
September 25, 1992
ORI(~INAL
I_. INTRODUCTION.
The purpose of this report is to provide documentation and analysis to substantiate
the City of Bakersfield's compliance with of "AB 325: Water Efficient Landscaping
Ordinance" (attached) by adopting a resolution making findings that a water efficient
landscape ordinance is unnecessary (Option "A" listed below).
AB 325 requires the city to adopt an ordinance or resolution to address the efficient use
of water in landscaping by complying with one of the two options as specified below: By
January 1, 1993, the city must either:
Adopt a resolution making findings based on specified climatic, geological
or topographical conditions, or water availability that no such ordinance is
necessary; or
B. Adopt its own water efficient landscaping ordinance.
If the city does not take any action, the model ordinance prepared by the State
Department of Water Resources task force shall take effect as if adopted by the city.
To the extent feasible, the local ordinance shall consider the provisions of the model
ordinance prepared by the State's advisory task force. The model ordinance contains
provision to consider nine water conservation provisions listed in AB 325.
The model ordinance is not suited to the Bakersfield area because of its complex climate
and hydrological computation. It is based on evaportranspiration rate (ET) and
relationship to local climate, plant ET, soils and watering schedules. Ordinance
compliance by developers and enforcement by the city is expected to result in increased
design and labor costs, while not significantly reducing water wastage.
II_:. ANALYSIS.
A. WATER AVAILABILITY.
Most of the water supply for the city is delivered from groundwater wells, treated
surface water from Improvement District Number 4 (ID4) using imported water
from the California Aqueduct or Kern River. The local aquifer yields are good
and are readily recharged by percolation in the Kern River channel, 2,800 acre
recharge facility and by other programs. The 2,800 acre recharge operation has
been successful in percolating and storing for later use, excess water from the
Kern River and other waters. There is a balance of more than 260,000 acre-feet
of water available for extraction and use by the city.
The city owns Kern River water and reservoir rights and presently has contractual
commitments for this water. However, at the end of the contract periods, the city
has an option on determining the use of this water for the benefit of the citizens
of the city.
ORIGINAL
AB 325
Water Efficient Landscaping Report
Page 2
Based on water service capability reports of local water purveyors, it is expected
that there will be no deficiencies in water supplies to the city for at least the next
20 years. As the city grows, adequate water will be available through groundwater
extraction, ID4 and other methods. Extended drought is expected to have a
minimal affect on the ability to meet demands for water service in the city.
Imported water supplies coordinated with the Kern County Water Agency, active
groundwater recharge facilities, and other water storage and conservation
programs will be adequate to meet foreseeable demands.
WATER USAGE IN URBAN LANDSCAPING.
Based on water usage records of local water purveyors, it is est'unated that only
0.3% of the total urban (non-agricultural) water use in the City of Bakersfield is
used to irrigate urban landscaping. The city's ongoing water efficient and water
conservation practices have effectively reduced water wastage in landscape
irrigation.
It is likely that adoption of a water efficient landscape ordinance shnilar to the
model ordinance prepared by the State's task force would be costly and difficult
to implement for this region, and would not be significantly more effective than
the city's current requirements and practices. The city's current ordinance and
policy requirements, standards and practices meet all the provisions considered in
the State's model ordinance. In addition, the city may consider slight revisions to
existing city requirements which may enhance local water conservation efforts.
WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING AND WATER CONSERVATION
METHODS CURRENTLY ADOPTED AND IMPLEMENTED
Bakersfield Municipal Code. The following lists the existing water
conservation measures codified in the Bakersfield Municipal Code.
a. Title 12, Chapter 12.28, Water in Gutters or Sidewalks.
· Section 12.28.010 Hose or water pipe on public way unlawful.
· Section 12.28.020 Water on sidewalks unlawful - Exception.
· Section 12.28.030 Allowing irrigation water to overflow into gutters
unlawful.
· Section 12.28.040 Duty to turn off water before it overflows into gutters.
ORIGINAL
AB 325
Water Efficient Landscaping Report
Page 3
Title 14, Chapter 14.04, Water Service.
· Section 14.04.270 Service connections, meters and customers' facilities
Right of access to customers' premises.
· Section 14.04.300 Service connections, meters and customers' facilities
Water wastage.
Title 15, Section 15.12, Uniform Building Code.
· Section 15.12 Building Code.
Includes California Administrative Code Title 24 relating to energy
conservation, such as use of low-flow showerheads, lavaton and sink
faucets.
· Section 15.38, Water Meters.
All new structures within the city which are connected to a water
service shall be equipped with a water meter.
Title 17, Section 17.53, Site Plan Review.
· Section 17.53.061 Landscape Standards.
Water Mainline Extension Contracts.
The city offers Mainline Extension Contracts to developers for extending
city facilities to new developments. The contracts are patterned after Rule
15 of the California Public Utilities Commission. The rule and the city's
contract requires water conservation provisions for interior plumbing.
City Water Main Specifications.
City standards for water main installations on the city system require
pressure and leak testing before acceptance by the city.
Policies and City Standards.
2010 General Plan Conservation Element/Water Resources goals, policies
and implementation measures address water supplies, availability, efficient
usage, groundwater recharge, conservation, and quality.
ORIGINAL
AB 325
Water Efficient Landscaping Report
Page 4
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Planning Commission Wall and Landscape Policy Resolution. The
Planning Commission has adopted policies for wall and landscaping in
parkways and street median islands and parkways. Policies provide for
appropriate use of plant material and design for the local topographic and
climatic zones, and water efficient design.
City Standards. The Public Works Department and Parks Division have
prepared design, construction, installation and maintenance standards for
median island and parkway landscaping to provide public information and
ensure quality workmanship and consistency with city policies, which
include water efficiency and conservation methods.
City Maintained Landscaping. All new parks, median islands, parkway
landscaped areas, and other landscaped areas maintained by the city have a
well-balanced plant material composition and automatic irrigation system
designed by a landscape architect or other competent person, and shall be
operated by electronic tune controller set for maximum water efficiency
and conservation.
City Internal Water Conservation Measures. The city has implemented
operational procedures and practices to achieve water conservation and
manage its water supply.
Public Awareness and Information Programs.
Local water purveyors have several methods to provide for public
awareness and information programs on water conservation. They include:
Water Wastage Patrol Program. Field personnel looking out for
waste water and investigates complaints received from the public on
water wastage. The patrol visits locations reported or observed to
be water wasteful, meets with public and offers assistance or advice
to eliminate water wastage problem.
"Waste of Water Notices" doorknob hangers used when there is a
display of outside waste water. Notices include tips to conserve
water inside and outside the home.
· Distributing water saving kits to customers.
ORIGINAL
AB 325
Water Efficient Landscaping Report
Page 5
Water conservation brochures distributed to customers as handouts
at local business offices, schools and government agencies.
· Water conservation bill inserts.
Periodic publicity releases and advertising in local media promoting
water conservation.
· Postage message on outgoing bills.
Detailed summary of customer's water usage appears on water
service bills, allowing customers to monitor their water usage and
water conservation efforts.
III.
RECOMMENDED CHANGES TO ENHANCE WATER EFFICIENT
LANDSCAPING AND WATER CONSERVATION PRACTICES
Although existing ordinances, resolutions and policies meet the water efficient
landscaping and conservation provisions of AB 325, the following recommended changes
to existing ordinances, resolutions and policies may further enhance water efficient
landscaping and conservation in the city.
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Amend BMC Chapter 12, Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places, to restrict
or prohibit fresh water bodies, fountains and water elements where
excessive amounts of water are sprayed into the air.
Amend BMC Chapter 17, Zoning Code, landscaping requirements for new
non-residential development to provide for more water conserving
landscaping, such as use of drought tolerant plants, limitation on amount
of "water thirsty" turf, seasonal irrigation schedule or improved design.
City may also amend code to require architect, contractor and/or property
owner to sign certification attesting that the landscape meets the city's
water efficient requirements and landscaping has been installed in
accordance with approved plans.
Amend Planning Commission resolution regarding landscaping policies for
median islands parkways along new subdivisions to reflect the revisions
noted in "B" above.
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Amend Public Works construction and installation design standards for city
maintained landscaping to reflect "B" above.
ORIGINAL
AB 325
Water Efficient Landscaping Report
Page 6
IV. FINDINGS.
Adoption of a water efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary because
water availability is projected to meet the future needs of the city.
Adoption of a water efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary because
local geologic conditions which allow for on-going and effective
groundwater recharge and water storage facilities, such as the 2800 Acre
groundwater recharge area, provide for current and future water needs.
Water used for landscaping purposes is estimated to be only a small
percentage of the total amount of water usage in Bakersfield.
The "Report In Response To AB 325: Water Efficient Landscaping and
Water Conservation" provides evidence that current city's ordinances,
resolutions, standards and policies meet the intent of AB 325 (1990),
Implementation of the recommended actions may further promote water
efficient landscaping and water conservation.
RECOMMENDED ACTION.
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Motion to adopt resolution, making findings listed in the "Report In
Response To AB 325", that a water efficient landscape ordinance, as
prescribed by AB 325, is unnecessary, and transmit said resolution to the
State Department of Water Resources no later than January 31, 1993.
Direct staff to proceed with the implementation of the recommendations in
this report.
OFUGI~,IAL
Assembly Bill No. 325
CHAPTER 1145
An act to add Article 10.8 (commencing with Section 65590) to
Chapter 3 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code, relating
to water conservation.
[Approved by Governor September 20, 1990. Filed with
Secretary of State September 21, 1990.]
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
AB 325, Clute. Water conservation: landscaping ordinance.
(1) Under existing law, local agencies are not required to adopt
ordinances concerning landscape water conservation.
This bill would require the Department of Water Resources b
February 1, 1991, to appoint an advisory task force to work with the
department in the drafting of a model water efficient landscape
ordinance and to submit the recommended ordinance to the
department by May 1, 1991. The b~ll would require the department
by January 1, 1992, after holding a public hearing, based on
recommendations of the task force, to adopt a model local water
efficient landscape ordinance which each local agency, as defined,
may adopt. The bill would provide that ff any local agency has not
adopted a water landscape ordinance or findings, based on specified
factors, that no ordinance is nec"-~-~sary, by January 1,1993, the model
ordinance shall take effect and shall be enforced by that local agency
and have the same force and effect as ff adopted by that local agency.
The bill would require each local agency, not later than January 31,
1993, to file with the deparhnent a copy of the water efficient
landscape ordinance adopted, or the findings which state that no
ordinance is necessary, thereby imposing a state-mandatod local
program.
The bill would require the department to report to the Legislatur,
on the status of these local ordinances by July 1, 1993.
The bill would require the model ordinance to contain specified
provisions and would specify related matters.
The bill would make legislative findings and declarations and
would declare legislative intent.
(2) The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse
local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the
state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that
reimbursement.
This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this
act for a specified reason.
The people of the State o£ CMifornia do enact as £ollows:
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SECTION 1. Article 10.8 (commencing with Section 65590) is
added to Chapter 3 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code,
to read:
Article 10.8. Water Conservation in Landscaping
65590. This article may be cited and shall be known as the Water
Conservation in I~ndscaping Act.
65591. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a) The waters of the state are of limited supply and are subject
to ever increasing demands.
(b) The continuation of California's economic prosperity is
dependent ou adequate supplies of water being available for future
(c) It is the policy of the state to promote the conservation and
efficient use of water and to prevent the waste of this valuable
(d) Landscapes are essential to the quality of life in California by
providing areas for active and passive recreation and as an
enhancement to the environment by cleaning air and water,
preventing erosion, offering fire protection, and replacing
ecosystems lost to development.
(e) Landscape design, installation, and maiutenance can and
should be water efficient.
65591.5. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature that the
Department of Water Resources prepare and promote the use of a
model water efficient landscape ordinance which local agencies may
adopt.
(b) It is the intent of the Legislature that the Department of
Water Resources adopt a model water efficient landscape ordinance
based on recommendations from a task force representing the
landscape, water, and building industries, local agencies, and others.
(c) It is the intent of the Legislature that the task force reach
general agreement on those provisions which will be included in the
model water efficient landscape ordinance.
(d) It is the intent of the Legislature that the task force consider
the most recent information on efficient landscape irrigation
technologies and those elements of existing water efficient landscape
ordinances which have proven successful in reducing water
consumption.
(e) It is the intent of the Legislature that the model water
efficient landscape ordinance developed pursuant to this article
promote the most efficient use of water in the landscape while
respecting the economic, environmental, aesthetic, and lifestyle
choices of individuals and property owners.
65592. Unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions used
in this section govern the construction of this article:
(a) "Department" means the Department of Water Resources.
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(b) "Local agency" means any city, county, or city a~;O county.
(c) "Water efficient landscape erdinance' means an ordina~ce or
resolution adopted by a local agency to address the efficient use of
water in landscaping.
65593. Not later than February 1, 1991, the department shall
appoint an advisory task force to work with depm tment staff in the
drafting of a model water efficient landscape ordinance. The task
force shall consist of the following members:
(a) One member selected from a list provided by the League of
California Cities.
(b) One member selected from a list provided by the County
Supervisors Association of California.
(c) One member selected from a list provided by a recognized
professional association in California representing water agencies.
(d) One member selected from a list provided by a recognize ·
association in California represen~ng commercial builders.
(e) One member selected from a list provided by a recognized
professional association in California representing residential
builders.
(f) One member representing a nonprofit environmental
protection organization or a water conservation organization whose
principal purpose includes promoting the efficient use of water or
water conservation.
(g) One member selected from a list provided by a recognized
professional association in Galffornia representing the nursery
industry.
(h) One member selected from a list provided by a recognized
professional association in California representing landscape
contractors.
(i) One member seJected from a list provided by a recognized
professional association in California representing landscape
architects.
O) One member selected from a list provided by a recogn/zed
professional association in California representing the manufactur~
or designers of irrigation equipment.
(k) One member representing the Green Industry Council o£
Callfernia.
(l) One member selected from a list provided by a recognized
association in California representing the growers or producers of
turf grass.
(m) One member selected by the Director of Water Resources.
Membership of the task force shall, to the extent practicable, be
representative of the state's cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity and
gender balance.
All meetings of the task force shall be subject to Article 9
(commencing with Section 111~0) of Chapter 1 of Part I of Division
3 of Title 9. of the Government Cede.
The Legislature declares that some individuals appointed as
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members of the task force must be chosen as representatives of the
industries and professions impacted by local water conservation
ordinances, and that their representation of these industries and
professions does serve the general public interest as they have
unique information, expertise, and experience on the issue of water
conservation and landscaping that should be taken.into consideration
by the department as it considers the development of model water
conservation ordinances. Therofore, for purposes of persons who
hold this office, the industries and professions which are represented
on the task force constitute the public generally within the meaning
of Section 87103 of the Government Gode in those decisions
impacting these specific industries and pro~Ce~ions, unless the results
of their aclions taken as task force members have a material financial
eff~ect on these members disting~a~hAble from their el~ect on other
memberz of their respective industries and professions generally.
The task force shall submit the recommended model local water
efficient landscape ordinance to the department on or before May 1,
1991.
The department shall adopt a model local water efficient
landscape ordinance based on the recommendations of the task
force.
The task force shall cease to exist on the date the department
adopts a model local water efficient landscape ordinance or January
1, 1992, whichever occurs fh-'st.
651f94. (a) Not later than January 1, 1992, after holding a public
hearing, the department, based on recommendations of the task
force established pursuant to Section 65593, shall adopt a model local
water efficient landscape ordinance which each local agency may
adopt.
(b) In developing the model ordinance, the task force shall
recognize and promote the benefits of consistent local ordinances in
areas having similar climatic, geological, or topographical conditions.
(c) The department shall notify and deliver a copy of the model
local water efficient landscape orrlinmlce to the Joint Legislative
Budget Committee. The Joint Legislative Budget Committee shall
have 60 days to review the model ordinance before it is formally
adopted by the department.
(d) Not later than January 31, 1992, the department shall
distribute the adopted model ordinance to all local agencies and
other interested parties.
(e) The department shall promote the benefits of censistent local
ordinances in areas having similar, climatic, geological, or
topographical areas. ,
65595. If by January 1, 1993, a local agency has not adopted a
water efficient ]sndseape ordinance or has not adopted tindings
based on climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, or water
availabilio/, which state that a water efficient landscape ordinance is
unnecessary, the model water efficient landscape ordinance adopted
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by the depa~!..~nt pur~,*nt to subdivision (a) of Seetion 65594 shall
t~ke edl~ect ou Jenuar,/1, 19~, and .~,~1! be enforced by the local
agzuc,~ and have the ~ene force and effect as if' adopted by the local
agency.
65~6. To the extent feasible, local agencies that adopt a water
efficient landscape ordimmce a~ter the model water efficient
landscape ordinance is adopted by the dep~hnent, shall consider
the Provisions of the model.
65,~7. The propo~d model ordinance shall contain, but not be
limited to, the following:
(a) Provisiom for water conservation threugh the appropriate use
and groupings of plants that are well adapted to p~dcular sites and
to p~rticular cllmAlic, geological, or tupegraphical conditions. The
model ordinance shall not prohibit or require specific plant species,
but it may include conditions for the use of plant species. However,
the model shall not include conditions which have the effect of
prohihiting or requiring specffic plant species.
(b) Provisions for the use of automalic irrigation systems and
seconal irrigation schedules, incorporating water conservation
deign ~nd utili~in~ methods appropriate for specific terrains, soll
types, wind conditions, temperatures, and other environmental
factors, in order to emure a high degree of water efficiency.
(c) Provisions for grading and drAinAge to promote healthy plant
growth and to prevent excessive erosion and runoff, and the use of
mulches in shrub areas, garden beds, and landscaped areas where
appropriate.
(d) Provisions for the use of reclaimed water supplied through
dual distribution systems, if fearible and cost eBk~tive, and subject to
appropriate health standards.
(e) Provisions to ed~leate water users on the efficient use of water
and the benefits of doing so.
(0 Provisions addressing regional differences where necessary
and feasible, including fire prevention needs.
{g) Provisions to exempt landscaping which is part of a registered
historical site, where feasible.
(h) Provisions for the use of economic incentives to promote the
efficient use of water, where feasible.
(i) Provisions for landscape maintenance practices which foster
long-term landscape water conservation. Landscape maintenance
practices may include, but are not limited to, performing routine
irrigation system repair and adjustments, scheduling irrigation based
on CIMIS (California Irrigation Management Information System),
conducting water audits, and prescribing the amount of water
applied per landscaped acre.
615598. The proposed model ordinance shali exempt cemeteries
from aid provisions of the ordinance except those provisions adopted
to ceo_form with subdivisions (e), (h), and (i) of Section 65597. In
adopting language specific to cemeteries, the task force shall
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recognize their special landscape management needs.
65599. Not later than January 31, 1993, each local agency shall file
with the department a copy cd' the water efficient landscape
ordinance adopted pursuant to Section 65595, or adopted before the
effective date of this article, or the findings which state that a water
efficient landscape ordinance is unnecessary. Not later than July 1,
1993, the department shall prepare and submit a report to the
Legislature sunnnarizing the status of water efficient landscape
ordinances adopted by local agencies.
65600. Any actions or proceedings to attach, review, set aside,
void, or annul the act, decision, or findings of a local agency on the
ground of noncompliance with this article shall be brought pursuant
to Section 1085 of the Code of Civil Procedure.
SEC. 2. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to
Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution because the
local agency or school district has the authority to levy service
charges, fees, or assessments sufficient to pay for the program or level
of service mandated by this act. Notwithstanding Section 17580 of the
Government Code, unless othervAse specified in this act, the
provisions of this act shall become operative on the same date that
the act takes effect pursuant to the California Constitution.
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