u/Lawrence_of_Idaho_

Hey everyone,

Seeing as Idaho is in a major drought, my partner and I have decided to start the process of watering our lawn less with the ultimate goal of xeriscaping our front yard with native plants to conserve water and encourage biodiversity. We raided the Pahove native plants sale this year and we aim to go to Draggin wing nursery before they close for the summer. Our backyard is seeded with clover and that has helped using less water while still having a semi lush yard for the dogs.

There are programs that other states have (and I think some ordinances in the treasure valley) that will give you a credit for replacing your lawn with something water efficient. How can we influence city ordinances to roll out more programs like this to be accessible to more idahoans that will overall help the states water resources? I think it is a fantastic program that could have long term benefits and was wondering what I could do to help the process in my city/county. Write letters? Attend city hall meetings? What is the best course of action? (I also am going to implement it this year regardless of having a credit) thanks for brainstorming with me!