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6 | sun lakes lIfestyles | June 2014 | CommunIty news CommunIty news | sun lakes lIfestyles | June 2014 | 7 With the water rates increasing and the drought drastically coming upon us, here are some tips to start conserving water. 1. Plant drought resistant lawns, shrubs and plants – If you are planting a new lawn, use drought resistant grasses such as the new "Eco-Lawn." Many beautiful shrubs and plants thrive with far less watering than other species. Consider applying the principles of xeriscape for a low maintenance, drought resistant yard. Plant slopes with plants that will retain water and help reduce run-off. 2. Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants – Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture while discouraging weed growth. Adding 2-4 inches of organic material such as compost or bark mulch will increase the ability of soil to retain moisture 3. Don't water the gutter – Position your sprinklers so water lands on the lawn or garden, not on paved areas. 4. Water during the early parts of the day; avoid watering when it is windy – When it's windy, wind can blow sprinklers off target and speed evaporation. Early morning is generally better than dusk since it helps prevent the growth of fungus. 5. Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks. The driest months are still to come and will probably get worse. Let's all try to conserve water in every way possible. All privately-owned golf carts must be registered with the Property Services before being driven on the golf course or on any street or common area within the Sun Lakes Community. The permit must be placed on the front lower windshield. The owner of record of any private golf cart located, maintained or operated within Sun Lakes Country Club Homeowner's Association Community must report all sales and/or transfer of golf carts within Sun Lakes or to parties outside the community to Property Services or the golf cart Pro Shop within 10 days. If the golf cart is transferred to a Sun Lakes resident, the new owner must complete the transfer and re-registration of the cart within 20 days. BEINg wAtER wISE IN SUN LAKES gOLF CARt NUMBER REgIStRAtION Sun Lakes Emergency Preparedness Organization has designated June 13 as the date for its annual disaster drill, a community wide exercise designed to respond to the effects of an earthquake or any other natural disaster in the area. The scenario this year is as follows: At 1:40 pm on Fri., June 13, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake has occurred on the Banning Fault, with the epicenter located approximately two miles North and East of the intersection of Wilson and Mountain Avenues. The 10 and 60 Freeways have sustained significant damage and are closed between County Line Rd. and Whitewater until Caltrans inspectors have investigated the damage and determine when they are safe to re-open. Highway 79, through Lambs Canyon is also closed due to severe rock slides. Prior to the quake activities in the Pass area is normal with schools in session and businesses operating. The temperature is around 80 degrees and a mild breeze is blowing from the East. The resulting effects from this drill scenario and EPAP's responses include the following: Partial building collapses are being reported from Banning High School, Central and Hoffer Grade Schools, and from Beaumont's 2nd Street Marketplace Shopping Center. All local emergency services are committed to search and rescue operations at those locations. In Sun Lakes electrical power and land line telephone service has been interrupted. All the traffic lights between Sun Lakes Blvd. and Wilson Street are inoperative. The Sun Lakes EOC has been activated and is starting to receive requests from District leaders for assistance with injury assessment. Numerous sources are reporting extensive structural damage to homes and common properties including the Main and South Clubhouses. The EOC has received a request for the Animal Rescue Unit to take custody of a pet dog so that the injured owner will agree to be transported to the hospital for treatment. The scenario described is a realistic probability, and it is therefore imperative for all Sun Lakers to take the Drill seriously and follow the instructions of EPAP personnel in your Districts and Zones. EPAP Disaster Drill Set For June Change the hair you HAVE… into the hair you WANT! Graduate: Vidal Sassoon-London, Paul Mitchell, Toni & Guy Academies Victoria Simanton Award-Winning Master Hairstylist & Sun Lakes Resident Call for Appointment 951-260-7785 300 Highland Springs Ave., Ste. 10F The salon is located in the Albertson's Center near Rite-Aid Total Hair Care for Men & Women • Wig Styling

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