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If you have any questions please feel freeto contact SCIT Water Quality Staff at:7070 E. BroadwayMt. Pleasant, MI 48858Indoor TipsPut aerators on faucets and repairleaksDo only full loads of laundry/dishes5 minute showers instead of bathsDon’t flush unused medications orvitaminsShut off the water while doingdishes or brushing teethUpgrade toilets and faucets to waterefficient modelsDon’t use the toilet as a trash canShare your water conservationknowledge with neighbors, family,children and friendsOutdoor TipsNever water your lawn during middayLet your grass grow tallerUse mulch around trees and plantsDon’t over fertilize lawns orgardensWash your car on the grass insteadof the drivewayPick up animal wasteDon’t dump anything down stormdrainsLandscape your yard with waterconserving plants to replace theturfCarey PauquetteWater Quality Specialistcpauquette@sagchip.org989-775-4016Michael FisherWater Resources Technicianmfisher@sagchip.org989-775-4080Working Together ToProtect Our EnvironmentWorking Together ToProtect Our Environment

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