watering restrictions

High temperatures in the Cheyenne area today and tommorrow are expected to hit the mid to upper 80s.

The new policy is a departure from previous years, when watering restrictions in the city were in effect from May 1 to September 1.

But even with the end of those restrictions, the BOPU is reminding people about the other water conservation rules that remain in effect.

Other watering rules remain in effect, including a ban on wasting water by allowing it to run down the street.

The daytime watering restrictions are an annual event, designed to conserve water during peak usage times of the year.

''Board crews have observed several residents and businesses not following the summer watering schedule. As a reminder, Board crews are enforcing these rules.''

Watering from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will be prohibited.

Other water conservation rules apply all year long.

A second violation could result in a $427 fine and a third offense could result in a $710 fine.

Dry conditions are expected this summer, and more stringent restrictions could be imposed at some point.