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- Water Conservation Movie
The water billing department bills citizens and business for Firestone water services on a monthly basis.
Water Utility Clerk
Water Payments
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Customers will now be able to pay Water Bills online. Click Here. As of January 1, 2009 there will be no convenience fee charged for this service. If payment is to avoid disconnection of service you must contact Town Hall at 303-833-3291.
For Instructions concerning online bill pay Click here.
For Description of online pay process Click here.
Please click on the following link to review the final water conservation plan.
Water Conservation Plan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that all community water systems provide their customers with an annual water quality report or Consumer Confidence Report. This requirement is part of the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations, as amended. The Town of Firestone does not operate its own treatment plant; however we do purchase treated water from Central Weld County Water District. Under these arrangements, they are the agency that would compile and report the data that the EPA requires.
2010 Water Quality Report
Water Utility Billing
Stormwater Utility Service Fees
Residential Water Application-Any person purchasing a residential property in the town is required to complete this form to begin water service.
Commercial Water Application-For any stand alone commercial building that has water provided to the building. If there is more than one business within the building the owner must fill out this form for water service.
Realtor and Banker Water Deposit Application- This form is for Realtors or Banks that need to have their name put on a water account to be able to receive current water bills for a designated property.
Rental Water Application & Property Owners Agreement-For any person renting or leasing any residential property within the town who's landlord requires them to pay for their own water usage.
Final Water Request Form- This form is for title companies that are needing to request final water readings and final bills for a property they are closing on.
Automatic Billing (ACH) Form -Any person wishing to have their water bill paid by automatic payment needs to complete this form. Water customers will still receive statements by mail and then, each month, payments will be automatically withdrawn from your bank account on the 20th of month.
Recurring Credit/Debit Card Form-Any person wishing to have their water bill paid by automatic payment needs to complete this form. Water customers will still receive statements by mail and then, each month, payments will be automatically charged on the credit or debit card on the 20th of each month.
Email Billing Form-This form is for any resident wishing to receive their water bills via email versus standard post card delivered by the US Postal Service.
If you have any questions please contact Utility Billing Clerk Julie Pasillas at 303-833-3291.
Water Conservation Tips
Below is a list of links that will provide helpful information on water conservation tips, lawn water guides, lawn care guides, water leak information and much more. This information was created by many local agencies and national agencies
FREE Toilet Leak Detection Kits!
-Water Conservation Tips.
This will provide information on ways to conserve water in the bathroom, kitchen and outside. This was created by the Mono Lake Committee. The online link to this information is: www.monolake.org/waterconservation
-Using Water Wisely in the Home
-Simple Steps to Save Water
-High-Efficiency Bathroom Sink Faucets
-Every Drop Counts
-Water Use in New Homes
-Water-Efficient Landscaping
These will provide a wide variety of information on water conservation and other tips. These were created by the EPA. The online link to this information is:www.epa.gov/watersense
-Lawn Watering Guide
-Best Management Practices for Landscaping Irrigation
-Water Conservation Booklet
-Recommended Best Management Practices For Urban Turf Grass in Colorado
-Keeping Your Lawn Beautiful
-Beautiful Hardy Lawns
This information will provide some insight to irrigating landscaping and how to improve what is currently being done. This information was created by Northern Colorado Water Conservation District. The link to this information is www.ncwcd.org
-Water Leaks
-Success with Soaker Hoses
-Smart Watering
This is information on leaks inside and outside the home and information on watering your lawn. This was created by Seattle and Participating Local Water Utilities. The link to this information is: www.savingwater.org
-Lawn Care
-Renovating the Home Lawn
-Watering Established Lawns
This information on watering your lawn was created by Colorado State University. The link to this information is www.ext.colostate.edu/
Vehicle & Garage
-Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on your lawn or other unpaved surface to minimize the amount of dirty water flowing into the storm drain and eventually into your local water body.
-Check your car, boat, motorcycle, and other machinery and equipment for leaks and spills. Make repairs as soon as possible. Clean up spilled fluids with an absorbent material like kitty litter or sand, and don't rinse the spills into a nearby storm drain. Remember to properly dispose of absorbent material.
-Recycle used oil and other automotive fluids at participating service stations. Don't dump these chemicals down the storm drain or dispose of them in your trash.
Lawn & Garden
-Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly. When use is necessary, use these chemicals in the recommended amounts. Avoid application if the forecast calls for rain; otherwise, chemicals will be washed into your local stream.
-Select native plants and grasses that are drought and pest resistant. Native plants require less water, fertilizer and pesticides.
-Sweep up yard debris, rather than hosing down areas. Compost or recycle yard waste when possible.
-Don't over water your lawn. Water during the cool times of day and don't let water run off into the storm drain.
-Cover piles of dirt and mulch being used in landscaping projects to prevent these pollutants from blowing or washing off your yard and into local water bodies. Vegetate bare spots in your yard to prevent soil erosion.
Home Repair & Improvement
-Before beginning an outdoor project, locate the nearest storm drains and protect them from debris and other materials.
-Sweep up and properly dispose of construction debris such as concrete and mortar.
-Use hazardous substances like paints, solvents and cleaners in the smallest amounts possible, and follow directions on label. Clean up spills immediately and dispose of the waste safely. Store substances properly to avoid leaks and spills.
-Purchase and use nontoxic, biodegradable, recycled, and recyclable products whenever possible.
-Clean paint brushes in a sink, not outdoors. Filter and reuse paint thinner when using oil-based paints. Properly dispose of excess paints through a household hazardous waste collection program, or donated unused paint to local organizations.
-Reduce the amount of paved area and increase the amount of vegetated area in your yard. Use native plants in your landscaping to reduce the need for watering during dry periods. Consider directing down spouts away from paved surfaces onto lawns or other measures to increase filtration and reduce polluted runoff.
Pet Care
-When walking your pet, remember to pick up the waste and dispose of it properly. Flushing pet waste is the best disposal method. Leaving pet waste on the ground increases public health risks by allowing harmful bacteria to wash into the storm drain and eventually into local water bodies.
Swimming Pool & Spa
-Drain your swimming pool only when a test kit does not detect chlorines.
-Whenever possible, drain your pool or spa into the sanitary sewer system.
-Properly store pool and spa chemicals to prevent leaks and spills, preferably in a covered area to avoid exposure to storm water.
-Septic System Use & Maintenance
-Have your septic system inspected by a professional at least every three years, and have the septic tank pumped as necessary (usually every 3 to 5 years).
-Care for the septic system drain field by not driving or parking vehicles on it. Plant only grass over and near the drain field to avoid damage from roots.
-Flush responsibly. Flushing household chemicals like paint, pesticides, oil and antifreeze can destroy the biological treatment taking place in your system. Other items, such as diapers, paper towels and cat litter can clog the septic system and potentially damage components.
Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District's
Thank you to the Colorado Water Conservation Board for providing this video
