Scottsdale Water is offering a series of free workshops this fall aimed at helping residents conserve water, manage their landscapes, and understand their water bills. These sessions, led by the agency’s conservation staff, cover various practical topics relevant to the community.
Workshop Offerings
The workshops will address key issues such as converting traditional grass lawns to desert-friendly landscaping, programming irrigation controllers, identifying leaks, and understanding water bills. Participants will also learn about Scottsdale’s long-term water supply and conservation programs.
Fall 2026 Workshop Schedule
The schedule includes:
- Converting Grass to Xeriscape and Plant Selection
1 to 3 p.m. | Thursday, Sept. 10 | Mustang Library
Attendees will learn best practices for removing grass and switching irrigation systems from sprinklers to drip. Information on the City’s grass removal rebate and selecting appropriate desert plants will also be shared. - What’s on My Water Utility Bill? / Intro to WaterSmart
10 to 11:30 a.m. | Tuesday, Sept. 22 | Via Linda Senior Center
This session will help residents understand the charges on their water utility bills and introduce them to WaterSmart, a free online monitoring portal for Scottsdale Water customers. - Water Efficiency & Controller Programming
9 to 11 a.m. | Thursday, Oct. 8 | Civic Center Library
Participants will learn to improve landscape watering efficiency, addressing common irrigation issues and programming controllers effectively. - I Have a Leak! Where Do I Start?
1 to 2 p.m. | Tuesday, Oct. 27 | Mustang Library
This workshop will demonstrate how to read a water meter to identify potential leaks, along with using WaterSmart to monitor unusual water use. - All About Rebates
10 a.m. to noon | Thursday, Oct. 29 | Via Linda Senior Center
Residents will be informed about available conservation rebates for both individuals and homeowners associations, including how to earn money through qualifying projects. - Scottsdale’s Water Supply
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Saturday, Nov. 7 | Mustang Library
This workshop will cover the sources of Scottsdale’s water and the city’s future preparedness strategies regarding water supply. - Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Tour
10 a.m. to noon | Monday, Nov. 16 | Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden
A guided tour through the demonstration garden will showcase desert-friendly landscaping options and practical plant ideas for residential projects.
Registration and Participation
Registration information for the workshops and garden tour can be found through the city’s community events calendar. Scottsdale Water encourages residents to participate in these educational opportunities to enhance their understanding of water efficiency and landscape management.
Source: City of Scottsdale
