Stormwater Pollution Found in Your Area! This is not a citation. This is to inform you that our staff found the following pollutants in the storm sewer system in your area. This storm sewer system leads directly to Q Motor oil a Oil filters Q Antifreeze/ transmission fluid Q Paint Q Solvent/degreaser Q Cooking grease Q Detergent Q Home improvement waste (concrete, mortar) Q Pet waste Q Yard waste (leaves, grass, mulch) Q Excessive dirt and gravel Q Trash Q Construction debris Q Pesticides and fertilizers Q Other For more information or to report an illegal discharge of pollutants, please call: &EPA United States Environmental Protection Agency IT DRAINS www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater EPA 833-F-03-002 April 2003 ------- Stormwater runoff is precipitation from rain or snowmelt that flows over the ground. As it flows, it can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other pollutants and deposit them into a storm sewer system or waterbody Anything that enters a storm sewer system is discharged untreated into the waterbodies we use for swimming, fishing, and providing drinking water. Remember: Only Rain Down the Drain To keep the Stormwater leaving your home or workplace clean, follow these simple guidelines: « Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly * Repair auto leaks. * Dispose of household hazardous waste, used auto fluids (antifreeze,oil,etc.),and batteries at designated collection or recycling locations. * Clean up after your pet. * Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on a lawn or other unpaved surface. * Sweep up yard debris rather than hosing down areas. Compost or recycle yard waste when possible. * Clean paint brushes in a sink, not outdoors. Properly dispose of excess paints through a household hazardous waste collection program. * Sweep up and properly dispose of construction debris like concrete and mortar. ------- |