WMG offers the following services through our Co-op program:
Consulting services (fee-based): Co-op members who have volunteered at least 4hrs receive discounted consulting services. This is a great first step to develop an integrated site plan which can then be broken into manageable projects.
- Water Harvesting Systems - WMG can provide on-site consultation to help you plan, design, and prepare for rainwater and greywater systems.
- Landscape Site Planning - Developing a conceptual site plan is the critical first step before tackling projects.
- Integrated Design - WMG's specialty is in integrated design and planning to ensure your site realizes it's full potential.
Co-op Workshops: Free for Co-op members to participate. Workshop hosts pay for a WMG Instructor's time and any materials or contracted services required for the project. Visit WMG’s Events Calendar for a listing of upcoming workshops, or join as a Co-op member to receive workshop announcements by email.
- Passive Rainscapes
- Residential Greywater systems
- Rainwater cisterns
- Right-of-way enhancements
- Landscape Restoration
- Vegetable gardens and fruit trees
- Chicken coops
- Compost Systems
System Maintenance (fee-based): Upon request, WMG staff can provide one-time or regular maintenance services to assist Co-op members with installed systems.
- Rainwater tanks:
- Basic: includes inspection and report summary of system components from roof through to outlets. Light maintenance items include removing accumulated debris from gutters and leaf diverter, and flushing pre-filtration components.
- Full: includes basic package in addition we will re-seal seams, remove accumulated sediment as necessary, fix leaks, and address other issues as needed based on inspection.
- Greywater systems:
- Basic: includes inspection and report summary of system components from drain to landscape. Light maintenance items include flushing pipes, removing accumulated debris from drain outlets as necessary.
- Full: includes basic package in addition we will address soil issues which may include salt accumulation, drainage issues, and adding organic mulch cover material.
- Rainscapes and Plantings:
- Basic: includes inspection and report summary of system components from water sources to sinks and plants. Light maintenance items include minor adjustments to earthwork features and light pruning needs.
- Full: includes basic package in addition we will address soil erosion issues, drainage concerns, replenish surface cover materials, and more extensive plant pruning needs.
- Other systems: WMG staff can work with you to address any maintenance concerns or troubleshoot Co-op installed systems.
For questions about these services, contact Rhiwena Slack, Tucson Co-op Coordinator, 520-396-3266.
