Pollutants & Cures




 Fuels, Oils and Solvents
  • Store products so that they are not exposed to rain water
  • Repair leaks immediately
  • Clean up products that have spilled on the ground
  • Recycle products
 Automotive fluids
  • Routinely check for leaks and fix/repair issues immediately
  • Follow maintenance schedule outline in owners’ manual
  • Clean up and properly dispose of products according to package label
  • Use a drop cloth when working on your vehicles
 Sediment and Erosion of Dirt and Soil
  • Use a 'weed eater' to cut back vegetated areas in ditches
  • Refrain from driving ATV's over creek banks
  • Properly install erosion and sedimentation control devices
  • Maintain all erosion and sedimentation control devices
  • Cover all bare soil/dirt to eliminate exposure to rain water
 Latex and Oil Based Paints and Products
  • Only purchase what you need to complete your project
  • Purchase water soluble products when possible
  • Rinsing brushes or washing containers outside
  • Donate leftover paint, or store it fresh for touch ups
  • Discard products according to package label directions
  • Participate in local Household Hazardous Waste Days
 Fertilizers, Pesticides and Herbicides
  • Read and follow package label directions
  • Test your soil and apply only the amount you need
  • Sweep up excess from paved areas
  • Apply when rain is not in the forecast
 Soaps, Detergents and Waste Water
  • Choose biodegradable detergents
  • Store products so that they are not exposed to rain water
  • Choose safe alternatives when possible
 Grass Clippings, Leaves and other Yard Debris
  • Compost grass clippings, leaves and other yard debris
  • Mow and mulch your grass clippings and leaves back into your turf
  • Rake and bag your leaves for curbside pickup
  • Keep the storm drain system clean and free of debris and leaves
 Litter, Trash, and Debris
  • Tightly secure trash can lid for curbside pickup
  • Secure or tarp all loose items in truck beds
  • Properly dispose of cigarette butts
  • Properly dispose of everything ... when it doubt don't do it.
 Sewage and Pet Waste
  • Pick up and properly dispose of your pet waste
  • Read and follow the maintenance manual for your septic tank
  • Report overflowing sewer lines immediately
Storm Water Fee Report Pollution Land Disturbance Permit requirements
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