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And They Wonder Why More Folks Don't Conserve
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07/04/2009 15:34:21
 
 
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>Last year we had such a huge drought that anyone caught not conserving water was given a large fine. The water companies threatened to start charging unreasonable rates for anyone using more than a specified amount each month. Newscasts and even the governor were often on tv instructing everyone to be responsible and conserve water.
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>So far this year, it has been mentioned on the news several times that even though we've received rain this year, we may still be in a drought situation this summer. That sent a signal to everyone to continue conserving water.
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>Today, the news reported that water companies are raising rates because customers are conserving so much that there is not enough funds to support operations.
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>http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/4758912/

"No good deed goes unpunished" :-{
Regards. Al

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