When I was a kid, I spent a lot of time with my grandparents who lived a few doors down from a community park.  There was a slide and swings, but mostly I loved the flying-saucer shaped thing that spun in circles.  I would climb on, let grandma spin it hard, and hold on tight while the centrifugal force inevitably threw me to the ground.  It was terrific fun, and I'm sure my grandma got very tired of spinning that thing around.  So many great memories around that little park and playground.  

In American Canyon, we are blessed with good parks.  But we want great parks.  And great open spaces.  And great trails.  Enter stage right... the American Canyon Community & Parks Foundation.  This newly formed, grass-roots, non-profit organization is dedicated to enhancing parks, programs and play in American Canyon.  In partnership with the City, they will be raising funds, writing grants, and generally working hard to make our parks and open spaces even better.  

Want to get involved or learn more?  www.acparks.org.  Have internet-dislike syndrome?  

Visit with foundation board members tomorrow morning at the egg hunt at Community Park 2.  (details below)

Dana

Earlier this week, Governor Brown directed the State Water Resources Control Board to implement mandatory water reductions in cities and towns across California to reduce water usage by 25%. This is the first time the State has ever issued this kind of mandate, but this is also the first time we've experienced a four year drought. 

What does this mean for American Canyon?

We are still reviewing the Governor's new Executive Order.  The Order contains a broad to-do list for various state agencies and over the next months, these agencies will adopt emergency regulations, programs, etc. to implement the intent of the Order.  Once the details of these regulations and programs are known, we will have a better understanding of the implications for American Canyon. At that time the City Council will need to adopt new and/or modify existing local ordinances where applicable.  

We highly encourage all water customers to be judicious with water.  Last year the residents of American Canyon did a very commendable job when asked to save water; consumption was down by 18% compared to 2013.  It is important to note that the governor's mandate to save 25% will also be measured from 2013; it will not be in addition to what you already conserved last year.  In the next few months, residential customers will likely be required to limit outdoor sprinkler irrigation and other changes.  To stay informed as this information becomes available, please subscribe here or check the drought page on our website.