The City of Peoria exists in a unique semi-arid desert region, with water bodies such as Lake Pleasant, the Agua Fria River, and the New River all lying within its borders. The city's water comes from multiple sources and is distributed through the ubiquitous canal networks that traverse the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. Peoria's proximity to natural bodies of water, however, does not guarantee protection against climate change effects, such as drought. It is imperative for arid communities like Pe...