Protect Arlington ’ s Waterways
Landscaping and Gardening activities can be major contributors to stormwater pollution . Fertilizers , �������������������������������������������������� landscaped areas contaminating ground and surface water . These chemicals cause :
• Nuisance algae blooms ���������������������������������������� �������������������������������� ��������������������������������������������
Sweeping or blowing leaves , grass clippings , tree trimmings and other yard wastes into the streets , storm drains or waterways damages our local water quality and is a violation of the Stormwater Pollution Ordinance .
• Yard waste clogs storm drain inlets which ������������������������������
• Garden and lawn chemicals are transported by ��������������������������������������
• Compost and recycle yards wastes . This reduces the costs of chemical fertilizers and reduces stormwater pollution .
Help Prevent Stormwater Pollution by visiting Stormwater Management ’ s Environmental Education page at www . arlingtontx . gov / stormwater