STORMWATER

Sustaining Stormwater Investment in Grand Rapids Report

WMEAC, with funding through the Dyer Ives Foundation, looked across the nation for best practices in ways to both sustain stormwater investment, and to get the most from the investments Grand Rapids has already made.

Stormwater Tips

Pet Waste
Pick up pet waste and dispose in a trash can, don’t leave it on the ground.
Fertilizers
When using fertilizers, choose slow-or timed-release, phosphorus-free fertilizers and always apply according to instructions.
Medicines
Don’t flush old medicine, go to wmtakebackmeds.org for drop-off locations.
Rain Barrel
Use a rain barrel to collect runoff and prevent it from entering the watershed. The rain water collected can be used to water gardens and lawns.

Washing Your Car
Wash your car on the lawn or gravel, not your driveway.
Soaps
Always use non-toxic, biodegradable soaps when washing vehicles or outside surfaces.
Hazardous Wastes
Take household hazardous wastes, like used engine oil and leftover paint, to a recycling collection center.
Salt
Minimize use of salt for snow and ice control. Use magnesium or calcium chloride alternatives if possible.

Add Plants
Reduce the amount of lawn in your yard by adding flowers, herbs, and native plant gardens.
Pick Up Litter
Always pick up litter from the ground, to prevent it from getting into waterways.
Gravel
Choose gravel or paving stones instead of concrete, where possible.
Storm Drains
Never dump anything down a storm sewer or drain.

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STORMWATER

Sustaining Stormwater Investment in Grand Rapids Report

Stormwater Tips

Pet Waste

Fertilizers

Medicines

Rain Barrel

Washing Your Car

Soaps

Hazardous Wastes

Salt

Add Plants

Pick Up Litter

Gravel

Storm Drains

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