A stage 4 drought has been declared, effective immediately by the Mendocino City Community Services District Board of Directors. This means no vehicle, RV, or boat washing except with a hand-held bucket or hose equipped with a positive shutoff nozzle.No refilling of hot tubs, pools, decorative fountains, or ponds. Hosing down exterior surfaces and structures is prohibited except as needed for health and safety reasons. Drinking water will be served at restaurants only upon request and use of paper plates at restaurants to avoid dishwashing is recommended.