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Strengths and Opportunities

The section that follows is a self-assessment performed by the Public Works department for
its drainage operations.

1. Manage the stormwater system to protect properties from flooding,
ensure that stormwater entering our creeks and waterways is free of
pollutants, and reduce health risks through our Mosquito Management
Program.

3.3 - Mitigate stormwater runoff and flooding risks

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Strengths An innovative Mosquito Management Program is in place to educate
citizens and mitigate the consequences of mosquito breeding grounds.

A revised Stormwater Management Plan has been developed for the
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit to ensure
compliance with state and federal stormwater regulations.
A flood damage prevention ordinance which exceeds the minimum
standards established by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
is in place.

A street sweeping program removes pollutants to control and improve
stormwater quality.

Regularly-scheduled inlet inspections ensure drainage assets are
properly maintained.

Oversight of development and enforcement of stormwater regulations
ensures compliance with the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer
System (MS4) permit.

Standard construction specifications and details have been created to
ensure quality construction of City infrastructure.

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Opportunities Update the Stormwater Master Plan to identify project needs and
priorities.

Increase outreach to property owners about the requirements and
importance of maintaining private drainage ways.

Review and potentially revise the storm drainage fee structure to
provide funding for needed improvements.

Enhance public awareness regarding stormwater practices through
community education.

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