Native landscaping has been a hot topic recently as Texas continues to face major droughts, high temperatures, and increased growth. Although now (mid August) isn’t the best time to re-do […]
Changing Your Landscape Read More »
Rocks are fine as landscape accents, but not as THE main event Excessive heat, freezing temperatures, and drought have taken a toll on many Central Texas landscapes, particularly those laden
Balanced Landscaping: Using Rocks Wisely Read More »
Over the past two years, we have been changing the landscape at our City Utilities and Transportation building by adding native and adapted plants. Conservation staff encourage native landscaping to
Water Wise & Pollinator Landscape Read More »
Have any New Years resolutions that include water savings this year? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WaterSense program created “We’re for Water” as a national campaign to educate consumers
Welcome 2024 with Water Savings Read More »
It’s the end of fall, temperatures are cool, Round Rock has received some rain, and everything looks somewhat green again. Even though we are experiencing favorable conditions, the City of Round
Fall, Winter, and Water Restrictions Read More »
Round Rock recognized for efforts to help residents save water
Conservation program honored with EPA WaterSense Partner of the Year Award Read More »
The City’s Water Conservation Program is selling rain barrels for 40% off retail price to help you have a ready supply of FREE water for your garden, plants, and lawn! There is
Rain Barrel Sale & Conservation Rebates Read More »
Rocks are fine as landscape accents, but gravel-gilded grounds aren’t a good gamble in Texas’ terrain. Excessive heat and a severe lack of rain have taken a toll on many
Don’t Rock Your Landscape Read More »
The City of Round Rock has implemented Stage 1 Drought Restrictions as of June 29th, 2022. Please read this blog to learn why we restrict outdoor water use in the
Drought and Conservation Read More »
Toilet leaks are one of the most common household water leaks and you may have one without even knowing. A leaking toilet can waste up to 300 gallons of water
Toilet Leaks: A perspective from two city employees Read More »
Water leaks are sometimes inevitable and, unfortunately, something many people experience each year. You can’t help that an old tree’s roots cracked a water line or that the ground shifted and broke
Winter Ready Water System Read More »
The City of Round Rock’s Water Conservation Program is hosting a rain barrel sale along with a Central Texas Native plant sale! We know that Round Rock residents love keeping
Rain Barrel and Native Plant Sale Read More »
Round Rock and many parts of Central Texas have received several inches of rain in the months of May and June. Make sure to take advantage of all this rain
Hold Off on Sprinklers! Read More »
The Environmental Protection Agency’s annual Fix a Leak Week (March 15-19, 2021) is to encourage Americans to use water efficiently by finding and fixing leaks. Repairing minor leaks, such as running toilets, leaky
Fix a Leak Week Workshops Read More »
Watery going to do about loving water? Valentine’s Day is full of love and special treats. It is always fun to give and receive gifts and do something special with
Show Some Love to your Water Source this Valentine’s Day! Read More »
If you ever receive an alert from the City regarding abnormal water consumption, you might feel a sense of confusion or panic. Do not panic, everything will be okay! First,
Do I Really Have a Water Leak? Read More »
City of Round Rock
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
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