Income Qualified Programs
Greeley offers two programs—Flush and Flow and LILAC--to support saving water, resulting in lower water bills for homeowners and a more sustainable future for the entire community.
Flush and Flow - Water Efficiency for All
Greeley’s Flush and Flow program is a partnership between the Weld County Youth Conservation Corps (WCYCC), Northern Water, and the City of Greeley, designed to help qualified families, single-family residential homes, upgrade to high-efficiency toilets—free of charge!
Eligibility
Owners or renters of single family homes that qualify for SNAP, LEAP, the Greeley Food Tax, or any other similar program automatically qualify. If you are on a fixed income or receive assistance through other government programs such as Medicaid, additional verification will be required. Renters of single-family residential homes who meet requirements and pay their own water bill are able to participate in the program with permission from their landlord.
How to Participate in Three Simple Steps
- Check Eligibility & Sign Up. Begin by confirming your eligibility and scheduling a free indoor water assessment. Click the button below to schedule.
- Indoor Assessment: During your assessment, a Greeley Water Conservation staff member will evaluate water usage in your home and determine if your current toilet qualifies for replacement. To be eligible, your existing toilet must use 1.6 gallons per flush or more, and up to two toilets can be installed per household. We can also install faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads at this time for free.
- Step 3: Schedule Installation: Once your assessment is complete and your toilet is approved for replacement, you’ll receive a report and a voucher from the City of Greeley Water Conservation staff with instructions on how to book an appointment with the Weld County Youth Conservation Corps who will install the free toilet or toilets
Local Initiative for Landscapes and Conservation (LILAC)
The Local Initiative for Landscapes and Conservation (LILAC) program is a gateway to a greener, more sustainable future! As part of the City of Greeley Water and Sewer Department, LILAC aims to better serve qualifying households with resources to enhance front yards with more sustainable landscape practices in our community.
In 2024, Greeley’s water conservation staff conducted a survey to determine what kind of landscape assistance Greeley residents would find helpful. We wanted to make sure LILAC really understood what’s important to you and others in our community. Whether you attended a workshop or filled out a survey, your thoughts directly affected how LILAC will work by shaping its criteria, eligibility, and structure.
Sustainable Landscapes for All -LILAC Program
Eligibility
Owners of single-family homes who participate in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP), the Greeley Food Tax Rebate, programs are automatically qualified for LILAC. If you are on a fixed income or receive assistance through other government programs such as Medicaid, additional verification will be required.
How to Participate
Applications for 2025 are now closed. The application process for 2026 will open in the fall.
- Fill out the LILAC questionnaire.
- Schedule a personalized site visit with Water conservation team members. What will happen at the site visit? During the site visit, staff will evaluate the existing front yard and make recommendations, gather input, discuss preferences and determine the homeowner’s eligibility tier for the program.
- A customized plan/design will be made based on the site visit. The Water conservation team will review the plans with the homeowner and accept any suggestions.
- Working together, the new landscape will be installed.
Additional Resources
The City of Greeley offers a number of ways for households to save money and find assistance to ease the cost of living.
For any questions about the program or your eligibility, please reach out to the Greeley Water Conservation program at 970-350-9811 or conserve@greeleygov.com.