Join the Wyland Foundation’s 2022 National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation
For immediate release: April 7, 2022
Contact: City Manager's Office, (650)286-3220, manager@fostercity.org
At the April 4 meeting, the City Council formally expressed support via resolution for the City of Foster City's participation in the Wyland Foundation's 2022 National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation, which takes place starting April 1, 2022 through April 30, 2022.
To participate, residents visit www.mywaterpledge.com, and the make a series of pledges to conserve water on behalf of the City of Foster City. Cities with the highest percentage of residents who take the challenge in their population category (30,000-99,999 population category) have an opportunity to win $3,000 toward their home utility bills, and hundreds of eco-friendly prizes, including: water saving fixtures such as Toro Irrigation smart controllers, gift cards for Hobie Surf Shops, and more. In addition, residents can nominate a deserving nonprofit organization in their community to receive a 2022 Toyota Highlander hybrid vehicle. Students and teachers are encouraged to participate as well.
The Wyland Foundation's 2022 National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation is the 11th annual nationwide community service campaign. Last year, residents from over 2,000 cities in all 50 U.S. states pledged to reduce their annual consumption of freshwater by over 3 billion gallons, reduce waste sent to landfills by 80 million pounds, and prevent hundreds of thousands of pounds of hazardous waste from entering watersheds.
Foster City Mayor Richa Awasthi is joining mayors across the country who are asking residents to make a long-term commitment to reduce pollution and manage water resources more wisely. In support of the water conservation challenge, Mayor Awasthi said "Consistent with the City of Foster City's Vision and Mission, participation in the Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation aligns with the City's key strategic priority areas. As a community leader committed to efficient use of natural resources, I support the mission of the Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation, a nonprofit national community service program, and in doing so affirm my commitment to sustainability for our City and future generations."
The national conservation effort aligns with a call from the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) recommending a voluntary 15% reduction in water usage due to California's ongoing drought. Some tips for easy ways to reduce water usage include limiting irrigation, installing drought tolerant landscaping, and reducing car washes. Foster City also offers a variety of rebates and incentives for those looking to better manage their water usage at home. For more information, visit www.fostercity.org/publicworks/page/water-conservation-rebate-programs.
About the Wyland Foundation
Founded in 1993, the Wyland Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting, protecting, and preserving the world's ocean, waterways, and marine life. The foundation encourages environmental awareness through community events, education programs, and public art projects. For more information, visit www.wylandfoundation.org.
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