Stormwater Pollution Control

The Public Works Department enforces local ordinances related to stormwater pollution control.

As rain flows over driveways, lawns, and sidewalks, it picks up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other pollutants. Anything on the ground may be swept into a storm drain, where it will be discharged untreated into the bodies of water that we all enjoy for recreation and rely upon for drinking water.

Polluted runoff not only increases water treatment costs, but also damages local waterways by increasing flood risk, preventing enjoyment of our recreational areas, and harming plants and wildlife. When conducting your daily activities, be proactive about keeping common pollutants like fertilizers, pesticides, pet waste, grass clippings, litter, and automotive fluids off the ground and out of stormwater.