The first Water Talk, “How to Program Your Sprinkler Controller,” will be July 28 at 12 pm. Quintarus Thomas, Irrigation Specialist and licensed irrigator with Upper Trinity, will explain the functions and features of sprinkler controllers. During this Water Talk, residents will be able to
“Ask the Expert” and receive answers related to controller programming. Residents are encouraged to sign up to ask questions beforehand.

The second Water Talk, “Benefits and Advantages of Drip Irrigation,” is scheduled for August 6 at 12 pm. Drip irrigation is one of the most efficient watering systems, and Quintarus Thomas will discuss how long and how often drip systems should be operated and will explain how to maintain and make quick fixes for common issues. Thomas will also discuss how drip irrigation can be utilized during watering restrictions.

Upper Trinity’s ‘Water Talks’ are free to attend, but registration is requested. View the full schedule and register on Upper Trinity’s website at https://www.utrwd.com/saving-water/help-us-conserve/educational-classes.

About the Upper Trinity Regional Water District

Upper Trinity is a regional water district created by the Texas Legislature in 1989 for the benefit of cities and utilities in the Denton County area. Its mandate is to develop regional plans for water services, and to provide both water and wastewater services on a wholesale basis to cities and utilities within its service area, including all of Denton County and portions of Dallas and Collin counties. Upper Trinity is a leader in public education regarding water conservation and water quality protection, and regularly conducts programs concerning drought tolerant landscape techniques, landscape practices and more efficient water use. For more information, please contact Jason Pierce, Manager of Government Affairs &
Communications at 972-219-1228.