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San Jose Mercury News - Water faucet drips cause water loss up to 212 gallons a month and hot water drips waste energy as well. Use a swimming pool cover when you’re not using the pool. A cover controls water evaporation, keeps the pool warmer, and keeps the pool cleaner

The curious case of Peter J. McGowan
Newsday - In one prominent incident that did not lead to any charges, State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno (R-Brunswick) used campaign funds to buy a swimming pool cover and pay for an aide’s trip to Italy. A report earlier this year by Common Cause/NY