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Tap water may taste a little different in Roseville starting Monday. Back-up groundwater wells will be turned on this week to help supplement the city’s water needs as Folsom Reservoir dwindles.

Roseville, and other surrounding neighborhoods, have asked for a 20% reduction in water use from all its residents. The city is now going another step to help preserve what’s left of Folsom Lake by turning on their groundwater wells.

The city says the well water undergoes testing as required by state and federal law. However, it may have a different taste and it may leave hard water spots on showers, sinks and other water faucets and features.

Governor Jerry Brown officially declared California in a drought earlier this month. He asked for a voluntary cut-back of 20% by everyone. Some water districts have set up audits and information for residents wanting to know ways they can cut back.

Water quality information for the City of Roseville can be found here.

For homeowners looking to change up their landscape, Roseville has a “cash for grass” program.