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 Protecting the quality of surface waters and subsurface groundwater is of concern to every community on Long Island.
In accordance with federal and state law as overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) municipalities must develop and maintain local Stormwater Protection programs for their municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s).
The Town is committed to protecting and improving local water quality through its MS4 Program. As part of this program, the Town provides public education and outreach to increase awareness of activities and behaviors that contribute to stormwater pollution and to encourage practices that help protect our water resources.
Stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as fertilizers, pesticides, pet waste, litter, sediment, oil, and other contaminants into storm drains, streams, wetlands, bays, and groundwater. Public education is an important part of reducing these pollutants and protecting the Town's water resources.
The educational materials below provide practical information for residents, business owners, construction professionals, and institutional and industrial owners and operators on simple steps they can take to prevent stormwater pollution and help protect water quality.
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