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Columbus, OH 43212
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Stormwater Awareness Week

6th Annual Stormwater Awareness Week | October 1-7, 2023


		Stormwater Awareness Week has grown into a statewide effort that encourages communities (and the groups that care about them) to utilize newsletters, social media posts, and educational events to raise awareness of how rain water moves through infrastructure and our environment. Example actions/events might include (but are definitely not limited to): Community or Neighborhood Clean-Ups Native Tree & Plant Installations Keep storm drains clear of debris like leaves and litter. Rain Garden Construction and/or Maintenance Activities Mulch leaves on your grass to help soil conditions. Encourage local businesses to become a Water Quality Partner. Properly dispose of chemicals and hazardous waste. Fix car leaks to protect water quality. Always pick up and throw away pet waste. Learn how to reduce winter salt usage and Be Salt Smart for Water Quality Educational Workshops or Tours. See our Event Calendar for details Newsletter Articles & Social Media Posts. Find graphics & videos in the Media Toolbox Press Releases. See our example here (Word Document) Adoption of Community Stormwater Resolutions. See our examples: Word Doc \| PDF Anyone can participate in Stormwater Awareness Week (municipalities, townships, schools, watershed groups, and more!). If you help administer your communities MS4 program, this event will also help meet your requirements for MCM 1 & MCM 2. Schedule your events now and let us know what you are planning to do, so we can promote it here and through our social media accounts. Need ideas or have questions? Just send us a message.

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