What You Can Do To Reduce Urban Runoff Pollution

• Buy "environmentally safe" household cleaners,
  
  
• Properly store all toxic materials,
  
  
• Take all unwanted hazardous materials and containers to local collection sites,
  
  
• Use kitty litter or other absorbent to remove spills from pavement,
  
  
• Use pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers sparingly and carefully,
  
  
• Use a broom instead of a hose to clean up yard clippings,
  
  
• Pick up animal wastes and dispose of them in garbage cans,
  
  
• Take used motor oil and antifreeze to a recycling center or hazardous waste collection center,
  
  
• Reduce leakage of oil, antifreeze and other fluids from your car by regular inspections and maintenance,
  
  
• Call 1-800-CLEANUP to report any illegal dumping or discharging into storm drains.

By changing the way we act as individuals, our combined impact on improving water quality can be tremendous.