Things You Can Do to Protect 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.
- Please pick up after your pet and dispose of it 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.