Spring Stormwater Tips

ONLY RAIN BELONGS IN THE DRAIN

Remember, storm drains are not garbage disposals. Objects like rocks, sticks, leaves, and trash should be cleared to allow the drain to do it’s job.

USE CHEMICALS SPARINGLY

Spring is time for residents to get their yards in tip-top shape. Here are a couple eco-friendly suggestions:

  • Choose an organic fertilizer, like grass clippings.

  • Purchase household and garden products from your local hardware store that are "least toxic" to the environment, like insecticidal soap.

  • If you must use pesticides, do so carefully and sparingly - Follow directions on the pesticide label and apply them where the pests are found.

  • Don't apply pesticides if it is windy or if rain is expected to prevent drift and runoff.

Pleasant Creek Oil Spill Sheen

Pleasant Creek Oil Spill

CLEAR DRAINS ON YOUR PROPERTY

Mow your lawn less often. Try to keep your lawn at least 3" in height to minimize weed growth, reduce the need for watering, and decrease the likelihood of pests.

MOW LESS

Mow your lawn less often. Try to keep your lawn at least 3" in height to minimize weed growth, reduce the need for watering, and decrease the likelihood of pests.

Greenwood Nature Center utilizes a native wildflower field, rather than grass, as part of the landscaping.

PLANT NATIVES

Planting drought resistant flowers and plants to soak up excess water.

A native prairie located next to Pleasant Creek used to eliminate flooding and filter out toxins naturally.