At the recent City of Schertz Strategic Planning Retreat, a bold vision for the future emerged: the city aims to develop a robust reclaimed water system to reduce reliance on potable water for irrigation. City leaders discussed the potential to achieve gold or platinum status in water conservation, emphasizing the importance of utilizing reclaimed water as a sustainable resource.

The initiative, however, comes with significant financial implications. City officials acknowledged the high costs associated with building out the reclaimed water infrastructure. They plan to incorporate this project into the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and seek partnerships with local leagues and stakeholders to share the investment burden.

"This is a community effort," one official stated, highlighting the necessity for residents and users to have a stake in the project. The city is committed to exploring future expansions that will involve community participation, ensuring that the benefits of reclaimed water systems are shared among all users.

As Schertz moves forward with this ambitious goal, the focus will be on collaboration and investment from both the city and its residents, paving the way for a more sustainable future.