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12 | City of Atlanta responding enthusiastically to the Cartlanta program,” says Mayor Kasim Reed. “As we encourage our residents to recycle, we are leading by example and requiring City per- sonnel to do the same. Collectively we’ve made vast improvements, and we hope the entire city -residents, businesses and city em- ployees - will support our vision to make At- lanta a top-tier city for sustainability.” As part of a region-wide water efficiency campaign, “My Drop Counts”, the City has taken its commitment to water conservation a step further through various policies and programs. Atlanta became one of the coun- try’s first cities to successfully pass legislation to allow residential rainwater harvesting for potable use. Homeowners as well as busi- nesses are utilizing rain barrels throughout the city, from 50 gallon rain barrels as well as larger residential and commercial scale systems, reducing the demand for municipal water for gardening and landscaping. Water conservation workshops have also been con- ducted by City personnel where attendees are provided with a free water conservation kit that includes a low flow shower head, aer- ators, and various educational materials. Atlanta is additionally participating in the Wyland Foundation’s National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Accord- Stakeholder Engagement at Atlanta City Hall