First, let me back up and set the table for the topic of this post. Anyone who has lived in California for an extended period of time -- like, say, the 20 years I lived there off and on from 1967-1987 -- knows that when it comes to rainfall, there are only two seasonal variations: drought, and OMG flooding.
Unfortunately, it seems that drought happens way to often, resulting in water rationing.
I've long thought that the way toilets are designed is inherently flawed. One flush fits all. But why does it have to be that way? Couldn't you have a lesser flush for No. 1, and a greater flush for No. 2? Wouldn't that make more sense? Wouldn't that be a great way to conserve water in those drought years?
It turns out that some inventive type has come up with a commode that meets that exact criteria. But in New York City, letting the market introduce this wonderful innovation into common use just won't do. No, NYC is going to use government's favorite (only?) tool and force its use.
Under a law passed by the City Council today, new toilets will have to be high water efficient or "dual-flush," which allow users to choose between a high pressure flush for solid waste, and a low-pressure flush for liquid.OMG. Is there anything else you want to throw in there? Like, how many gallons of urine an individual is allowed to produce per week?
The law, which significantly changes the city plumbing code starting July 2012, applies the same strict water efficiency standards to plumbing fixtures like showerheads, urinals and sink faucets.
The package of water conservation bills also requires water fountains have separate spouts for drinking and for filling water containers; commercial buildings install alarms and sub-meters to detect water leaks; and limits the use of "once-through" cooling systems, such as those used to cool ice-making machines, walk-in coolers and older medical x-ray and laser equipment.
Council member James Oddo sums up what should be every freedom loving American's reaction to this government overreach.
When does it stop? Does it stop when we micromanage every minute facet of our lives?Great question. When DOES it stop? At what point do the sheeple wake from their torpor and ask that question?
God only knows.
