The success of the program to address water quality by reducing pollution will greatly depend upon the involvement of citizens like you.  The best way to make a difference is to become informed about the programs in the area and then to actively participate.  The City will be providing more information on the steps you can take in your business, home or school.

Protecting our stormwater quality is everyone's responsibility. Water is a precious resource we must protect.  Spotting and reporting pollution, preventing pollution by recycling, and properly disposing of household chemicals are simple things everyone of all ages can do to protect our stormwater and our community.

To determine the annual fee, divide the total impervious area by 2,000 square feet (or one Equivalent Rate Unit) to obtain the number of ERUs and multiply by the rate. The minimum Utility fee for any developed property is never less than one ERU.

Impervious areas were determined by analyzing aerial photographs to identify the amount of impervious surfaces on each property.

The Stormwater Management Utility fee is fairer than a tax based on the assessed value of the property because of the following:

• The fee is based on each property's actual demand for stormwater service as measured by how much hard surface is on the property (i.e., building, parking lot, garages, and similar surfaces).

• Each property, including tax-exempt properties, will pay this fee, which contributes a fair and equitable share towards the overall cost of the Stormwater Management Program.