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Reservoirs & Watershed Management |
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Watershed Management Program
An introduction to our watershed program covers the importance of protecting our drinking water source and supply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Questions are answered such as: What is a watershed? Why are
there so many rules regarding city-owned land next to the reservoirs? How do I get a dock permit?
What is a Stewardship Agreement & what is a Stewardship Plan?
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Landscaping to Protect Our Waterways
Providing a deep-rooted vegetative buffer around a body
of water provides many environmental benefits including
better water quality.
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How to Secure a Land
Stewardship Agreement
Property owners next to city water reservoirs have a
special responsibility to protect our drinking water supply.
It's beneficial to use best management practices along such waterways.
Participating homeowners can then apply for a
private boat dock & more. Includes details and forms required to
obtain an agreement.
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Native Plants
Native plants with long roots slow the flow of stormwater,
soak up and filter contaminants and hold the soil in place
contributing to better water quality.
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History of the Watershed
Mgmt Office & Land Stewardship Program
With a growing population and an increasing demand for
superior drinking water, the city recognized the need to
maintain and protect the reservoirs.
This voluntary agreement provides residents an opportunity to actively
participate in protecting the source of our
community’s drinking water.
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Keeping Wildlife Wild - Do NOT Feed
Though they may be irresistibly cute, do NOT feed
the wildlife. Wild animals are
well adapted at finding food & surviving on their own.
Furthermore, feeding
them actually causes numerous problems.
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