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Save our Water by Preventing Stormwater Pollution

Where does the Stormwater Go? When it rains and water hits hard surfaces, like pavement, it creates a stormwater runoff. This runoff picks up lots of nasty pollution as it is carried directly through the gutters and drains. The stormwater leads out to rivers, streams, and lakes that hold our drinking water. These nasty pollutions … Continued

Request for Proposal: Utility Rate & System Development Charge Study

UTILITY RATE & SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT CHARGE STUDY Proposals are due to the City by Friday, February 28, 2025, 4:30 p.m. The most recent City of Willamina rate study was completed in 2015. In 2018 a rate increase was established on a recurring schedule of 5% each January. The typical time frame between rate studies is … Continued

Stormwater Runoff Pollutes Waterways

How can we reduce stormwater runoff ? Residential practices for managing stormwater runoff include: 1) Disconnecting and redirecting downspouts 2) Maintaining healthy lawns 3) Increasing the number of urban trees and shrubs in your yard 4) Constructing rain gardens https://www.epa.gov/soakuptherain/soak-rain-rain-gardens Impervious surfaces include your roof, driveway, patios, and lawn. Reduce rooftop runoff by directing your … Continued

October 1st Workshop: The First Step in Visioning Complete

On October 1st we hosted a visioning workshop at Swan Hall in partnership with Rural Development Initiatives (RDI). We had a great turnout with adults and kids participating in the activities and enjoying an Oktoberfest meal. Thanks to everyone who came down! The next meeting will build off of the visioning list already generated and … Continued

Only Rain Down the Drain

With your help we can prevent pollutants from running into the storm drains and your waterways. As Summer ends the chance for rain increases. With the rain comes the increased potential for pollutants to be swept into City storm drains, making their way to our local waterways. The US Environmental Protection Agency estimates that contaminants … Continued

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