City Council

NB 1. Adoption and Funding of the YardSmart Lancaster Program\nCOUNCIL REPORTS\nRecommendation(s):\n1. Approve the establishment and initial General Fund allocation for the YardSmart\nLancaster Program, a citywide beautification and water-conservation initiative designed to\nassist property owners in converting front-yard turf into drought-tolerant, low-maintenance\nlandscaping.\n2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to authorize and sign all documents related to\nthe program.\nYardSmart Lancaster is a City-funded beautification and water-conservation initiative created\nto support Lancaster’s sustainability, water-efficiency, and neighborhood revitalization goals.\nThe program provides direct grants to property owners to replace water-intensive turf with\ndrought-tolerant landscapes, improving curb appeal while encouraging voluntary compliance\nwith City landscaping and property maintenance standards. The program is designed to be\nproactive rather than punitive, offering financial and technical assistance to help bring visible\nproperties into compliance while enhancing neighborhood aesthetics.