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Asked whether fire restrictions apply to private property recreational fire pits outside the watershed.

Asked for clarification on the specific rules included in the watershed fire restrictions.

Urged the city to prioritize funding and investment for water infrastructure improvements.

Several residents expressed opposition to a proposed AI center, citing concerns about its water usage in Utah's desert climate.

Suggested that Provo City invest in a consumer-facing mobile application similar to Park City's 'Eye on Water' to help residents track daily water usage and detect leaks.

Suggested that the city implement a water bill leak adjustment policy, sharing that a home leak resulted in a large overpayment.

Expressed concern that the city is cutting off irrigation water from Scott Ditch next year, leaving his property with dry weeds.

Shared frustration that the city took away his irrigation water years ago, forcing him to pay high tier-three culinary water rates to keep trees alive on his acre and a half.

Asked whether the urban farming credit covers pasture or hay, and raised concerns about shut-offs of historic pioneer irrigation ditches in southwest Provo.

Welcomed the Mayor's request for two weeks to review water rates alongside the budget presentation.

Speaking for Conserve Utah Valley, urged the Council to adopt the tiered water rate schedule to fund infrastructure and encourage conservation.

As a water supply planning engineer, supported taking a long-term view to fund $233 million in necessary water infrastructure.

Expressed concern that tiered water rates would discourage gardening and penalize families with landscaping or children.

Called the tiered structure unfair and questioned the necessity of high revenue increases given stable spring flows.

Spoke on housing affordability and the stress of potential water rate hikes on families with children.

Asked whether winter and summer rates would be eliminated and suggested smaller tier increments.

Shared concerns as an agricultural lot owner and swimming teacher that high water rates discourage agriculture and family amenities.

Asked the Council not to raise water rates to the extent proposed.

Discussed HOA green space requirements and suggested exploring bonding for infrastructure rather than steep tier hikes.

Compared Provo's proposed tier rates unfavorably to Orem's lower rates and questioned public awareness.

Expressed concern over rising water bills and property taxes on his agricultural parcel, warning that open agricultural land is disappearing.

Urged the Council not to penalize large-lot owners and criticized restrictions on xeriscaping.

Requested simplified summaries for complex agenda items and shared historical context regarding water irrigation and costs.

Expressed alarm on behalf of the Downtown Business Alliance that businesses had insufficient time to analyze the impact of the proposed tiered water rate structure.

Shared personal financial struggles as a widow on a fixed income facing rising utility costs after losing historical agricultural water rights.

Questioned whether Provo residents should shoulder 100% of the $80 million infrastructure burden and criticized surge/tiered pricing.

Objected to the steep rate increase schedule and tiered penalties on high water users, arguing it penalizes beneficial land uses like growing trees and gardens.

Suggested exploring state water conservation programs and rebates for grass removal to lower peak water usage instead of relying solely on rate hikes.

Explained historical 1-inch meter installations in Grandview and criticized the tiered water rate structure, advocating for base-rate adjustments instead.

Expressed worry over proposed water rate hikes for residents on fixed incomes and noted that many rental properties in Carterville are suffering from a lack of watering and weed maintenance.

A resident asked about sinkhole risks related to aging water pipes and inquired about the need for water rate increases.