Not everyone is complying with watering restrictions

Compliance with the city of Havre's watering restrictions hasn't been universal, but city officials say the violations seem to be unintentional.

"I think, for the most part, people are watching the conservation measures," Havre public works director Dave Peterson said.

Sprinklers were running outside a number of Havre homes and businesses Tuesday morning, when no watering is allowed under the restrictions. Sprinklers were also watering the lawn at Havre City Hall.

Havre implemented the restrictions on April 24. Houses are allowed to water only on alternating days, from 8 p.m. until 10 a.m. the...