The primary goal of the Keep it Clean Partnership
is to implement a regional stormwater management program,
not only to comply with the federal Phase II stormwater regulations,
but to also address broader water quality watershed issues.
The Partners received their stormwater discharge permits
from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
in March of 2003. The Keep it Clean Partnership uses a unique, collaborative
approach to involve various levels of government, placing
significant emphasis on cost-effectiveness by sharing programs
and by using common strategies throughout the watershed.
Stormwater pollution is rapidly growing in importance as
a national environmental issue. Stormwater runoff occurs when
rain or snowmelt flows over parking lots or streets. Stormwater
can pick up trash, oil, dirt, and other pollutants as it travels.
These pollutants are then carried to the storm drainage system,
which drains directly to our local creeks and streams.
Did you know... someone else uses your water before and after
you! It's hosed, flushed, boated on, fished, bathed in, drunk,
and more. In fact, water is used and cleaned many times over
as it makes its way through our state. While communities treat
the water before it gets to your house, your role in protecting
water quality is critical. |
