Medical Lake's new ordinance proposes limiting summer irrigation

By CARA LORELLO

Staff Reporter

A first violation gets a citizen a written warning. The second offense is a civil infraction with a fine of up to $250.

The third offense counts as a misdemeanor, and could mean up to 90 days in jail, or a $1,000 fine.

That's the order of penalties as determined by Medical Lake City Council members on Nov. 6 as part of a new city ordinance codifying previously voluntary water conservation measures.

Council approved a first reading of Ordinance 981 that places restrictions on residential irrigation during the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. from June through September...

 

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