Did You Know - You Can Help Protect the Water Quality

  • Never dump anything down storm drains
  • Use lawn and garden chemicals sparingly; sweep up any excess from driveways, sidewalks and roads
  • Repair vehicle leaks; cover spilled fluids with kitty litter, then sweep into household waste
  • Pick up after your pet and dispose of properly
  • Control soil erosion on your property by planting ground cover and stabilizing erosion‐prone areas
  • Keep grass clippings, leaves, litter, and debris out of street gutters and storm drains
  • Direct downspouts onto grassy areas away from paved surfaces
  • Use a commercial car wash or wash your vehicle on the grass instead of the driveway
  • Dispose of used oil, antifreeze, paints and other household chemicals in an approved manner


You Can Help Protect the Water Quality