Soledad City Council met on Wednesday, July 31 to address issues with its potable water supply. The council authorized $120,000 for emergency repairs to wells. (This estimate is based on previous repairs that range from $25,000 to $120,000.) This issue happened just before a seasonal surge in demand. August and September are the months when water usage swells. “With three out of our five wells down, it’s tough to keep our reservoirs full. Our reservoirs are designed to have adequate storage for this community,” said Don Wilcox, director of public works, during the July 31 meeting.  … Officials are asking residents for voluntary water reductions, asking them to cut water consumption by 25 percent. (These reductions are voluntary, and the city did not implement a water shortage contingency plan.)