Stormwater Management
Our objective
To educate and improve how citizens and businesses plan for storm water management by reducing storm water pollution, protecting the natural environment, and monitoring violations in pour community.
We're part of the RGV Task Force.
Freddy the Fish Teaches About Stormwater
How you can help?
- Turn off your sprinkler when it rains to avoid water runoff.
- Bag up your pet's waste.
- Do not apply fertilizers and pesticides before it rains.
- Select native or adapted plants & grasses that are drought tolerant and pest resistant.
- Reduce the amount of paved area and increase the amount of vegetated area in your yard.
- Do not dump your cars oil on the ground or storm drain.
- Check your car, boat, or motorcycle for any leaks.
- Compost or mulch your yard waste rather than bagging it, which fills the landfill. Do not sweep debris into the street to get carried in runoff to the storm drain.
- wash your car with water only or use biodegradable soap to avoid runoff of harmful chemicals and try to wash your car on the lawn or other unpaved surfaces.
- Dispose of your paint and other household wastes at a recycling facility or hazardous material event; do not throw excess household chemicals and waste on the street or storm drain.
- Do not pump your pool water into the street or drain; pool chemicals can be hazardous to aquatic habitats.
- Don't mess with Texas! Throw your litter in the garbage can & recycle what and when you can.