CHAPTER ONE : WHAT IS STORMWATER ? | |
What is Stormwater ? |
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Why should I care ? |
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Increased risk of flood |
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Impaired Water Quality |
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Increased surface runoff |
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Increased soil erosion |
9 |
CHAPTER TWO : DRAINAGE AND WATER SYSTEMS | |
Storm vs . Sanitary Sewer |
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Why Stormwater is not treated |
12 |
Watersheds |
13 |
CHAPTER THREE : STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IN ARLINGTON , TEXAS | |
Stormwater Management |
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Rules & Regulations |
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Environmental Compliance Officers & Field Operations Specialists |
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Stormwater Utility Fee |
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CHAPTER FOUR : WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP — BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR THE HOME | |
Pollution Prevention for Residents |
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Home Vehicle Maintenance |
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Lawn & Garden Care |
24 |
Pets & Pet Waste |
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Car Washing |
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Car Wash Fundraisers |
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Pressure Washing |
33 |
Swimming Pool & Spa Drainage |
35 |
Litter Prevention and Household Hazardous Waste |
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Tree Planting |
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Rain Barrels |
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Rain Gardens |
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Backyard Composting |
47 |
CHAPTER FIVE : SUMMING IT UP | |
Tips to Remember |
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Stormwater Glossary of Terms |
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Additional Resources |
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