 Hi, I'm Tom Schwedhelm, Mayor of the City of Santa Rosa. Every day we use water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. Our lives, our jobs, our economy, our food, and our recreation all depend on local, high-quality drinking water from the beautiful Russian River Watershed. As Californians, we know that our water is a precious resource. As Santa Rosans, we know there's never enough to waste. I'm proud of our community's long-standing commitment to protecting our water resources and the environment, and using water wisely by incorporating water-smart habits into their daily lives. This winter was exceptionally dry, and without knowing when more rain will come, it is an important reminder that it is always smart to save water for a rainless day. Which is why I'm asking residents to join me in taking part in the Weiland Foundation's National Mayors Challenge for Water Conservation throughout the month of August during National Water Quality Month. By showing your support, you are recognizing our community's commitment to water-smart behaviors and we are also committing to protecting the watershed we all share. All you need to do is go to mywaterpledge.com and take the pledge. It is free and only takes a few moments. By entering, you have a chance to win $3,000 toward your annual utility bills and hundreds of other prizes. Together, we know small changes in our daily lives can have large impacts. Don't forget to tell your friends and family, please visit mywaterpledge.com to show your support and learn more. Thank you.