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Smart Irrigation Controller Rebate Program and Application Offer available July 1, 2016 thru June 30, 2017 and subject to fund availability Customers are eligible for a $50 rebate with the purchase of a qualifying Smart Irrigation Controller. The rebate amount may not exceed $50 per City of Modesto water account. For a qualifying list of controllers please visit: www.epa.gov/watersense/product_search.html (go to product category and select Irrigation Controller) or call [PHONE REDACTED]. Replacing an existing timer with a qualifying irrigation controller that meets EPA standard can save an average home nearly 8,800 gallons of water annually. How the Program Works 2. 1. Obtain an application using one of the following methods: a. Telephone: (209) 342-2246 b. Web site: www.modestogov.com/savewater c. Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] Send completed application and the original sales receipt to: a. Mail: City of Modesto b. Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] Attention: Water Division - Rebate Program PO Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353 c. Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] 3. A City of Modesto representative may contact you to schedule an inspection Program Guidelines and Participation Section Who Qualifies? • City of Modesto customers who pay a water utility bill to the City of Modesto Customer accounts that are in good standing • Renters or tenants must provide written approval from the property owner or property manager City of Modesto water customers may be eligible for a rebate when they upgrade or purchase a new smart irrigation controller. Funding is limited and applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The City reserves the right to terminate this program at any time and for any reason. • Timelines • Program applies to each Smart Irrigation Controller purchased between 7/1/16 thru 6/30/17. • Rebate application must be submitted within 60 days of sales receipt. • You will have 60 days to complete the installation of your new controller. • A City of Modesto representative may contact you to schedule an inspection. • If not approved at inspection, you have 30 days to make corrections and to schedule a final inspection. revised: 5/13/16 ---PAGE BREAK--- Controllers (qualifying for rebate) • Controllers must be from the pre-approved list. • For a list of qualifying controllers visit: www.epa.gov/watersense/product_search.html or call 342-2246. • Smart Controllers must be installed within the Modesto City service area and at the location on application. More about Controllers: Rebates • On-site compliance verification at the address shown on the City of Modesto utility bill is required. • Existing Smart Controllers, controller installation costs, new construction, accessories, and taxes do not qualify. • Rebate checks will be mailed within 8 weeks after completing the rebate process. • Rebate amount cannot exceed the purchase price of the new Smart Controller. • Rebates are limited to one per utility billing account per fiscal year (July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017). Application and Rebate Approval or Denial • On-site compliance verification may be required. • The original itemized dated sales receipt for the new smart controller is required (copies not accepted). • Incomplete, incorrect or unsigned applications cannot be processed. We will contact you with any discrepancies and may require you to submit a new application. • Customer must fulfill all program guidelines to be eligible for rebates. • Rebate application must be submitted within 60 days of sales receipt. Other Considerations • The Rebate Program is not responsible for materials lost by mail. • Submission or possession of a rebate application does not guarantee receiving a rebate. • Rebates are processed on a first come, first served basis. • Funding for this rebate program is limited to available resources. • Rebate amounts are subject to change without notification. • This program shall at all times be subject to change or termination without prior notice. www.epa.gov/watersense/product_search.html ---PAGE BREAK--- Mail to: City of Modesto, Water Division - Rebate Program P.O. Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353 Phone: (209) 342-2246 – Fax: (209) 577-4983 Website: www.modestogov.com /SaveWater $50.00 Smart Irrigation Controller (1 max.) Rebate Program City of Modesto Utility Account Account Account Telephone (Day) (Evening) Property Owner (if different from above) Mailing Telephone (Day) (Evening) Note: Renters or Tenants: Participation requires written approval from property owner. (Attach to Application) (PLEASE LEAVE BLANK IF UNKOWN. INSPECTOR MAY VERIFY AT TIME OF APPOINTMENT) Manufacturer date/model is usually found on the face of the unit or on the back of the cover: Year manufactured (if legible) Manufacturer and Model Name (If legible) Controller much be pre-approved from the EPA controller list (see link on previous page) Account Information PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY: CURRENT Sprinkler Timer NEW Controller Inspection Required Water Conservation Program Residential Commercial Have you previously applied for this rebate? yes no If yes, please indicate the date of the last rebate: • A brief visual inspection by the City may be required to qualify for the rebate. • You will be notified should a final inspection of the new controller be required. • When the completed application is approved, an inspection may be scheduled. ---PAGE BREAK--- Where did you learn about the rebate? Number of Rebates Requested__________ (separate application required for each address) • The rebate value cannot exceed the actual cost of the controller. • An application must be approved prior to rebate. • An original itemized dated sales receipt is required prior to rebate approval • Limit of 1 controller per account per fiscal year (July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017). • New smart controllers must be installed within 60 days of purchased date. • Compliance with attached guideline is required. The City of Modesto may deny any application that does not meet program requirements. The undersigned expressly agrees that the City may inspect all items submitted for the Controller Rebate Program. The City does not guarantee the performance of any controller; does not warrant any controller or installation to be free of defects, the quality of the workmanship, or the suitability, of the premises or the controller for installation. The undersigned further agrees to hold harmless the City of Modesto against all loss, damage, expense, and liability resulting from the loss, destruction or damage to property arising out of or in any way connected with installation of a controller. The City reserves the right to alter this program at any time. Funding for this rebate program is limited to available resources. Rebates are processed on a first come, first serve basis. For further questions, please call (209) 342-2246. I have read, understand, and agree to the terms and conditions of this rebate program. Signature of Rebate Information Agreement of Terms and Conditions For Official Use Only: Inspection Date: Tracking Inspector: Application Approved Denied___ Reason for Denial: Approved by: Information for certification date/model of new controllers: Manufacturer $ Install Purchase Price Date Date ______Rebate(s) @ = Total Rebate Amount Date Accounting: Rebate Check sent: By: Voucher No: