No measurable precipitation since April...all vegetation not irrigated is brown and dry. Trying to conserve water by only watering landscaping enough to keep it alive and maintain appearance for neighborhood. 
  Energy costs up....June - 3 degrees above average...July 5.7 degrees above average. August (to date) 3.8 degrees above average.
  Air quality...small particulate matter worse due to multiple fires over the last month...have had to decrease outdoor activity many days due to poor air quality.