Бизнесу в округе Лейн предлагают участвовать в осенней программе очистки ливневых стоков

Lane County businesses encouraged to enroll in fall storm drain cleaning program LANE COUNTY, Ore. — Lane County and the cities of Eugene and Springfield are encouraging businesses to enroll in a regional storm drain cleaning program this fall after a record 901 drains were cleaned through the program this spring. Enrollment for the fall Storm Drain Cleaning Assistance Program, or SCAP, is open through Oct. 31. The program provides professional storm drain cleaning for $68 per drain and is intended to help businesses maintain drains on their properties while reducing the risk of localized flooding and pollution entering waterways. Officials said the program cleaned a record 901 storm drains during its spring season, with more than 250 businesses participating. During dry summer months, sediment, oil, metals, litter and other pollutants can accumulate in storm drains. Officials said cleaning the drains before the first significant rains of the season, known as the “fall flush,” can help prevent those pollutants from washing into local rivers and streams. “We’re thrilled to see such strong interest from the business community,” Ray Balstad said in the release. “Clean storm drains help reduce blockages and minimize pollution entering rivers and streams.” The release notes that businesses in Eugene and Springfield are responsible for maintaining storm drains on their properties under local municipal codes. Businesses in Eugene, Springfield and throughout Lane County are eligible and encouraged to enroll. SCAP is a partnership between Lane County, the cities of Eugene and Springfield and Stormwater Protection Systems. Businesses can learn more or enroll through Lane County's stormwater program. They can also contact the program at [email protected] or 541-484-7200.