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Additionally , the Stormwater Educator provides residents with USB flash drives that contain a variety of stormwater related educational information . For example , Garden Clubs and the Master Gardner ’ s library series , USB drives contain information on IPM and Landscaping along with the Texas Smartscape and Native Plant society plant lists for the North Texas region . This method of material distribution provides Arlington residents with pertinent stormwater information and reduces reliance on printed materials . Forty-one ( 41 ) USB drives were disseminated during the 2-IRP .

Inlet Decal Program :

The City of Arlington continues its inlet decal program , developed in 2015 , to help reduce flooding attributable to clogged storm drain pipes and to improve water quality throughout the City . Inlet decals are placed on neighborhood inlets that have been identified as flood prone by Stormwater Maintenance personnel . When illegal dumping or clogged inlet concerns are reported to the city , Stormwater Maintenance will place inlet decals on the identified inlet and a stormwater violation door hanger on nearby properties as needed . Environmental Specialists in the Stormwater Environmental Management Division are notified if the location is or becomes prone to repetitive illegal dumping . The Stormwater Educator maintains a database that includes the inlet location , Cartegraph OMS asset number , and the number of decals and / or door hangers placed , along with any site-specific notes .

In FY 2018 , a total of 406 inlet decals were placed on storm drains throughout the city . Three ( 3 ) citizen concerns were reported to the Stormwater Maintenance Crew which resulted in the placement of twelve ( 3 ) door hangers at adjacent residences .

Apartment Program :

The City of Arlington continues the Apartment complex outreach program created in 2015 . However , the program was revamped in FY 2018 to align the activities of the Stormwater Division and the Water Utilities Department . Arlington Apartment complex managers are provided with printed information concerning stormwater pollution prevention and fats , oils , and grease ( FOG ). This program is an effort to prevent sanitary sewer overflows and educate residents regarding surface water quality . During the 2-IRP , a total of 1,917 flyers were distributed to apartment managers and apartment complex residents .

B . Recycling : The Recycling Coordinator is responsible for educational activities in support of the recycling program , including recycling education , HHW , and backyard composting . The Recycling Coordinator participated in 43 activities and / or events during the reporting period including school presentations , composting classes , community events , and landfill tours . Attendance at these events is outlined below .

Beth Shalom Congregation , EcoFest Arlington )

CITY OF ARLINGTON TPDES STORMWATER ANNUAL REPORT – FY 2018

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