WATER CONSERVATION 

Most of the Downey community's water comes from groundwater wells owned and operated by the City of Downey.  Consequently, Downey is able to provide low-cost water to its residents and businesses at better rates than many surrounding communities.  Nevertheless, the multi-year drought conditions and diminishing water access, as well as the California Statewide 20x2020 Water Conservation Plan (with goals of 20% per capita decrease in water use by the year 2020), have made water conservation an ongoing priority for Southern California residents.  Following are links designed to help conserve water: 

    City of Downey - Water Conservation Tips
    Central Basin Municipal Water District - Shut Your Tap!
    City of Lakewood - Water Conservation
    Long Beach Water Department - Household Water Conservation Audit
    Metropolitan Water District of Southern California - Water Saving Tips
    Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Are You Ready?