NPDES Annual Report 2012
City of Sumner
I. Permittee Information Permittee Name City of Sumner
Permittee Coverage Number WAR04-5019
Contact Name Donnelle Nicaise
Phone Number 253-299-5709
Mailing Address 1104 Maple Street
City Sumner
State WA
Zip + 4 98390+1423
Email Adddress donnellen@ci.sumner.wa.us
II. Regulated Small MS4 Location Jurisdiction City of Sumner
Entity Type: Check the box that applies County City/Town Other
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Major Receiving Water(s) Puyallup River, White (Stuck) River, Salmon Creek
III. Relying on another Governmental Entity If you are relying on another governmental entity to satisfy one or more of the permit obligations, list the entity and briefly describe the permit obligation(s) they are implementing on your behalf below. Attach a copy of your agreement with the other entity to provide additional detail. Name of Entity:
Permit Obligation(s):
IV. Certification
All annual reports must be signed and certified by the responsible official(s) of permittee or copermittees. Please print and sign this page of the reporting form and mail it (with an original signature) to Ecology at the address noted below. An electronic signature will not suffice.
I certify under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that Qualified Personnel properly gathered and evaluated the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for willful violations.
Name
Title Mayor Dave Enslow
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Name
Title Public Works Director
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Name
Title City Engineer
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Name
Title Assistant Engineer
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Name
Title
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Jurisdiction Name: City of Sumner
2012
VI. Status Report Covering Calendar Yr:
PLEASE indicate reporting year and your jurisdiction in Line 1, above. PLEASE refer to the INSTRUCTIONS tab for assistance filling out this table. NOTE: For clarification on how to answer questions, place cursor over cells with red flags. NOTE: Please answer all questions. PLEASE review your work for completeness and accuracy. Save this worksheet as you go! Question 1.
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Attached annual written update of Permittee’s Stormwater Management Program (SWMP), including applicable requirements under S5.A.2 and S9? Attached a copy of any annexations, incorporations or boundary changes resulting in an increase or decrease in the Permittee’s geographic area of permit coverage during the reporting period, and implications for the SWMP as per S9.E.3? Implemented an ongoing program for gathering, tracking, maintaining, and using information to evaluate SWMP development, implementation and permit compliance and to set priorities? (S5.A.3) Tracked costs or estimated costs of the development and implementation of the SWMP? (S5.A.3.a)
Y/N/ NA
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Comments (50 word limit)
Y
Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable See Attached (Appendix A)
N
No Annexations.
Y
The SWMP is updated annually to reflect the development and implementation of Permit requirements. The Permit sets priorities on a deadline basis, but the CIP project list from the Stormwater Comprehensive Plan Update (2011) also has set priorities for capital improvement projects relating to stormwater.
Y
The City is tracking costs for consultant services, grants, and costs associated with NPDES related supplies and materials.
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SWMP (Appendix A), Chapter 4 of the Stormwater Comprehensive Plan UpdateCapital Improvments (Appendix D).
Question
Y/N/ NA
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Y
Comments (50 word limit)
SWMP Section 2.1 describes the public SWMP Section 2.1 (Appendix A) education and outreach program and activities.
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SWMP includes an education program aimed at residents, businesses, industries, elected officials, policy makers, planning staff and other employees of the Permittee? (S5.C.1)
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Number of public education and outreach activities implemented:
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Provided opportunities for the public to participate in the decision making processes involving the development, implementation and updates of the Permittee’s SWMP? (S5.C.2.a)
Y
The City's stormwater website where the report is posted for viewing also includes contact information for citizens to provide comments regarding the report and Sumners Stormwater. The City also provides opportunities for public comment at City Council meetings.
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Implemented a process for public involvement and consideration of public comments on the SWMP? (S5.C.2.a)
Y
Comments are accepted and reviewed for consideration with regards to the SWMP and Stormwater Programs.
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Made the most current version of the SWMP available to the public. (S5.C.2.b) Posted the SWMP and latest annual report on Permittee's website. (S5.C.2.b) NOTE website address in Attachment field: Maintained a map of your MS4, including requirements listed in S5.C.3.a.i-iii? Map has been made available upon request? (S5.C.3.a.iv) Implemented an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to effectively prohibit nonstormwater, illicit discharges into the Permittee’s MS4? (S5.C.3.b)
Y
Posted on the City's website, available at City Council meetings and Study Sessions.
10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
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www.ci.sumner.wa.us
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Sumner Municipal Code (SMC) sections describe Illicit Discharge, Illicit Connection, Violation, Penalty and Enforcement. SMC 13.48.233, 13.48.234, 13.48.820.
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Question
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Comments (50 word limit)
15. Implemented an ongoing program to detect and address non-stormwater illicit discharges, including spills, and illicit connections into the Permittee’s MS4? (S5.C.3.c)
Y
A Spill Program has been developed and implemented to respond to spill situations. Field staff have been educated and are capable of identifying illicit connections and discharges. A reporting hotline is also available for citizens to report a problem.
16. Implemented field assessment activities, including visual inspection of priority outfalls identified during dry weather, and for the purposes of verifying outfall locations, identifying previously unknown outfalls, and detecting illicit discharges. (S5.C.3.c.ii)
Y
Dry weather outfall inspections were performed to identify pollutants and illicit discharges.
17. Conducted field assessments on at least one high priority water body? (S5.C.3.c.ii)
Y
Dry weather outfall inspections were performed to identify pollutants and illicit discharges.
18. Implemented procedures for characterizing the nature of, and potential public or environmental threat posed by, any illicit discharges found by or reported to the Permittee? (S5.C.3.c.iii)
Y
City staff have been trained on how to properly identify illicit discharges and procedures for resolving spill and illicit discharge/connection situations.
19. Implemented procedures for tracing the source of an illicit discharge; including visual inspections, and when necessary, opening manholes, using mobile cameras, collecting and analyzing water samples, and/or other detailed inspection procedures? (S5.C.3.c.iv)
Y
Procedures for various types of illicit connections or discharges have been developed for City Staff to utilize while responding to an incident or identification in the field.
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question
Y/N/ NA
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Comments (50 word limit)
20. Implemented procedures for removing the source of the discharge, including notification of appropriate authorities; notification of the property owner; technical assistance for eliminating the discharge; follow-up inspections; and escalating enforcement and legal actions if the discharge is not eliminated? (S5.C.3.c.v.)
Y
Procedures for various types of illicit connections or discharges have been developed in Sumner Municipal Code (SMC) Chapter 13.48 and Sumner Spill Response Procedure.
21. Provided updated information to public employees, businesses, and the general public of hazards associated with illegal discharges and improper disposal of waste? (S5.C.3.d)
Y
The City of Sumner has implemented a Local Source Control Program to addresss waste streams from businesses. The City's Public Education and Outreach program also provides and displays materials describing the dangers of improper waste disposal.
22. Distributed appropriate information to target audiences identified pursuant to S5.C.1? (S5.C.3.d.i)
Y
23. Publicized and maintained a hotline or other local telephone number for public reporting of spills and other illicit discharges? ( S5.C.3.d.ii)
Y
24. Number of hotline calls received: 25. Number of follow-up actions taken in response to calls: 26. NOTE hotline number in Comments field
27. Number of illicit discharges identified (S5.C.3.e): 28. Number of inspections made for illicit connections (S5.C.3.e):
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IDDE Calls only
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During day and business hours: (253) 2995740. After hours calls re directed to the Police Department and Shops through voice message system. Spills + COD Files
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COD Files/Investigations
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question
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Comments (50 word limit)
29. Municipal field staff responsible for identification, investigation, termination, cleanup, and reporting of illicit discharges, improper disposal and illicit connections are trained to conduct these activities? (S5.C.3.f.i)
Y
City staff have been trained on how to properly respond to illicit discharges and illicit connections.
30. Implemented an ongoing training program on the identification of an illicit discharge/connection, and on the proper procedures for reporting and responding to the illicit discharge/connection for all municipal field staff, which, as part of their normal job responsibilities, might come into contact with or otherwise observe an illicit discharge or illicit connection to the storm sewer system? (S5.C.3.f.ii.)
Y
Trainings are provided to keep staff informed on the identification, reporting requirements and responses to illicit discharges and connections.
31. Applied stormwater runoff program to private and public development, including roads? (S5.C.4)
Y
32. Applied the Technical Thresholds in Appendix 1 to all sites 1 acre or greater, including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of the development or sale? ( S5.C.4)
Y
The City's Municipal Code, Development Standards and Specifications, SWMP Section 2.4 and Standard Details Chapter 5 describe the criteria utilized in this
33. Implemented a regulatory mechanism (such as an ordinance) necessary to address run-off from new development, redevelopment and construction site activities? (S5.C.4.a)
Y
The City of Sumner has adopted DOE's 2005 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washingtong (SMMWW) and modified Sumner Municipal Code (SMC) to address discharge from new and redevelopment. SMC Chapter 13.48 also descrives regulations for development
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question 34. Retained existing local requirements to apply stormwater controls at smaller sites or at lower thresholds than required pursuant to S5.C.4? (S5.A.4) 35. Number of exceptions to the minimum requirements in Appendix 1 granted (S5.C.4.a.i and Appendix 1)? 36. Number of variances to the minimum requirements in Appendix 1 allowed (S5.C.4.a.i and Appendix 1)? 37. Implemented a permitting process to address runoff from new development, redevelopment and construction site activities with plan review, inspection, and enforcement capability? (S5.C.4.b) 38. Reviewed Stormwater Site Plans for new development and redevelopment projects that disturb a land area 1 acre or greater, including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale? (S5.C.4.b.i) 39. Number of site plans reviewed during the reporting period: 40. Inspected, prior to clearing and construction, all known development sites that have a high potential for sediment transport as determined through plan review based on definitions and requirements in Appendix 7 Determining Construction Site Sediment Potential? (S5.C.4.b.ii and v)
Y/N/ NA
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Comments (50 word limit) The thresholds are described in the City's Development Specifications and Standard Details Chapter 5.
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Sumner Development Specifications and Standard Details Chapter 5 and Sumner Municipal Code sections describe the permitting process and requirements for development. SMC's 13.48.040 and 13 48 050
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Civil - Commercial, SF Dev. The City of Sumner hosts Pre-Construction Meetings to review expectations and policies prior to work commencing. Inspectors also visit sites prior to development. SMC's 13.48.600, 13.48.610, 13.48.620, Article IV, 13.48.213.
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question 41. Number of qualifying sites inspected prior to clearing and construction during the reporting period: 42. Inspected construction-phase stormwater controls at all known permitted development sites during construction to verify proper installation and maintenance of required erosion and sediment controls? (S5.C.4.b.iii and v)
Y/N/ NA 70
Y
45. Number of enforcement actions taken during the reporting period: 46. Inspected qualifying permitted development sites upon completion of construction and prior to final approval or occupancy to ensure proper installation of permanent stormwater controls such as stormwater facilities and structural BMPs? (S5.C.4.b.iv and v) 47. Number of qualifying sites known during the reporting period: 48. Number of qualifying sites inspected during the reporting period:
Comments (50 word limit) TESC - Fill &Grade: SIT, BLD, CIP, JM list. All sites are inspected prior to clearing regardless if they "qualify". City Inspectors are responsible for inspection stormwater facilities during construction. Sumner Municipal Code: 13.48.600, 13.48.610 and 13.48.830.
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43. Number of sites inspected during the construction phase for the reporting period: 44. Based on inspections at new development and redevelopment construction projects, enforced requirements related to the proper installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment controls? (S5.C.4.b.iii and vi)
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JM list (Approved Plans & Under Construction) + CIP City inspectors issue verbal warnings in the field. Enforcement escalates as necessary.
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Construction sites are inspected during a final "walk-through" with City staff.
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SIT - Finals w/Storm, CIP (JM list)
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SIT - Finals w/Storm, CIP (JM list)
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question
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49. Verified a maintenance plan is completed and responsibility for maintenance is assigned for qualifying permitted development sites (S5.C.4.b.iv)
Y
50. Enforced regulations to ensure proper installation of permanent stormwater controls? (S5.C.4.b.iv)
Y
51. Number of enforcement actions taken during the reporting period: 52. Implemented a long-term operation and maintenance (O&M) program for postconstruction stormwater facilities permitted and constructed pursuant to S5.C.4.a. and b.? (S5.C.4.c) 53. Annually inspected all post-construction stormwater controls, including structural BMPs, at new development and redevelopment projects permitted according to S5.C.4.b. (unless maintenance records justify a different frequency)? (S5.C.4.c.iii) 54. If using reduced inspection frequency, Attached documentation as per S5.C.4.c.iii? 55. Performed timely maintenance of postconstruction stormwater facilities and BMPs as per S5.C.4.c.ii? 56. Attached documentation of any maintenance delays. (S5.C.4.c.ii)
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Comments (50 word limit)
Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
City of Sumner requires an "Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan" be completed and signed rior to a plat receiving any Permit. Sumner Municipal Code 13.48.700.
Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan (Appendix C)
City of Sumner requires an "Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan" be completed and signed prior to a plat receiving any Permit. Sumner Municipal Code 13.48.700
Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan (Appendix C)
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Question 57. Inspected all new stormwater treatment and flow control facilities owned or operated, including catch basins, for new residential developments that are a part of a larger common plan of development or sale, every 6 months during the period of heaviest house construction (i.e., 1 to 2 years following subdivision approval) to identify maintenance needs and enforce compliance with maintenance standards as needed? (S5.C.4.c.iv) 58. Number of facilities inspected during the reporting period: 59. Implemented a procedure for keeping records of inspections and enforcement actions by staff, including inspection reports, warning letters, notices of violations, other enforcement records, maintenance inspections and maintenance activities? (S5.C.4.d) 60. Provided copies of the Notice of Intent for Construction Activity and Notice of Intent for Industrial Activity to representatives of proposed new development and redevelopment? (S5.C.4.e)
Y/N/ NA
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Comments (50 word limit) City Inspectors check stormwater facilities prior to release of Stormwater Facility and Performance Bond. A Maintenance Bond is then in effect for 2 years after completion of the facility and prior to release of maintenance responsibilities as per SMC 13.48.730.
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Data bases, filing systems and Tidemark software has been utilized to track and maintain records.
Y
Notices of Intent are identified on a Public Works - Development Punchlist. It is also identified on our Waste Water Discharge Form 'D'.
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question
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61. All staff responsible for implementing the program to control stormwater runoff from new development, redevelopment, and construction sites, including permitting, plan review, construction site inspections, and enforcement were trained to conduct these activities? (S5.C.4.f)
Y
62. Performed timely maintenance as per S5.C.5.a.ii? 63. Attached documentation of any maintenance delays. (S5.C.5.a.ii) 64. Implemented a program designed to annually inspect and maintained all stormwater treatment and flow control facilities (other than catch basins)? (S5.C.5.b)
Y
65. Number of known facilities: 66. Number of facilities inspected during the reporting period: 67. If using reduced inspection frequency, Attached documentation as per S5.C.5.a.ii? (S5.C.5.b)
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Comments (50 word limit) City staff are educated and trained to perform work related duties.
NA Y
Facilities are inspected annually and maintenance is performed as necessary.
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68. Conducted spot checks of stormwater facilities after major storms? (S5.C.5.c) 69. Number of known facilities: 70. Number of facilities inspected during the reporting period:
Y
71. Inspected 20% of municipally owned or operated catch basins at least once before the end of the Permit term? (S5.C.5.d and Permit Reference Table)
Y
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Facilities are inspected/spot checked regularly as a part of the maintenance program.
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question 72. 73. 74. 75.
Number of known catch basins: Number of inspections: Number of catch basins cleaned: Implemented practices to reduce stormwater impacts associated with runoff from streets, parking lots, roads or highways owned or maintained by the Permittee, and road maintenance activities conducted by the Permittee? (S5.C.5.f)
Y/N/ NA
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Comments (50 word limit)
3560 3 1555
1493+62
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Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP's) have been developed for Street Maintenance. Activities like street sweeping are scheduled and performed on a regular basis to reduce impacts of runoff.
76. Implemented policies and procedures to reduce pollutants in discharges from all lands owned or maintained by the Permittee and subject to this Permit, including but not limited to: parks, open space, road right-of-way, maintenance yards, and stormwater treatment and flow control facilities? (S5.C.5.g)
Y
Sumner Municipal Code describes regulations that stipulate controls for discharge, water quality, and minimum requirements for managing stormwater facilities. SMC's 13.48.251, 13.48.500, 13.48.510 and 13.48.520. SWPPP's also have procedures for routine maintenance of parks, streets, golf course and WWTP.
77. Implemented an operations and maintenance (O&M) training program that has the ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff from municipal operations? (S5.C.5.h.)
Y
Training seminars are scheduled for various construction operations, maintenance and management topics.
78. Implemented a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for all heavy equipment maintenance or storage yards, and material storage facilities owned or operated by the Permittee in areas subject to this Permit that are not required to have coverage under the Industrial Stormwater General Permit? ( S5.C.5.i)
Y
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP's) have been developed for Street Maintenance, Sumner Meadows Golf Links and the Waste Water Treatment Facility. These SWPPP's outline the methods the City is taking to reduce and prevent pollution discharge.
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
Question 79. Complied with the specific requirements associated with approved TMDLs identified in Appendix 2? (S7.A and Permit Reference Table) 80. Attached status report of TMDL implementation? (S7.A and Permit Reference Table) 81. Where monitoring was required in Appendix 2, did you conduct the monitoring according to an approved Quality Assurance Project Plan? (S7.A and Permit Reference Table)
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Comments (50 word limit)
NA
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82. Notified Ecology immediately in cases where the Permittee becomes aware of a discharge from the Permittees MS4 which may cause or contribute to an imminent threat to human health or the environment? (G3)
Y
Ecology is notified throught the ERTS program by usage of the G3 Flow Chart. Corrective action is taken to contain and remove hazardous materials during illicit discharge/connection situations.
83. Took appropriate action to correct or minimize discharges into or from the MS4 which could constitute a threat to human health, welfare, or the environment? (G3)
Y
Maintenance and Operations crew members respond to discharge situations and administer spill materials to contain contamination.
84. Attached a summary of the status of implementation of any actions taken pursuant to S4.F and the status of any montioring, assessment, or evaluation efforts conducted during the reporting period? (S4.F.3.d)
NA
85. Notified Ecology of the failure to comply with any permit term or condition within 30 days of becoming aware of the non-compliance? (G20)
NA
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
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Comments (50 word limit)
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Name of Attachment & Page #, if applicable
VII. Information Collection, BMP Evaluation, and Monitoring Complete Part A for all annual reports. NOTE: Please note in Row 1 of the table if you have no information to report. NOTE: Please limit your entries to 255 characters per cell. You may include additional information in your Supplemental Documentation attachment and reference it below with the page number. A. Information Collection
Briefly describe any stormwater monitoring, studies, or type of information collected and analyzed during the reporting period. (S8.B.1) 1. Ground Water and Stream Low Flow Monitoring - SWMP Sec. 2.6 2. LID Weather Station Flow Monitoring - SWMP Sec. 2.6 3. Salmon Creek Fecal Coliform - SWMP Sec. 2.6 4. 5. 6.
Who/how to contact for additional information? Donnelle Nicaise, Assist. Engineer - (253) 299-5709 Donnelle Nicaise, Assist. Engineer - (253) 299-5709 Donnelle Nicaise, Assist. Engineer - (253) 299-5709
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VII. Information Collection, BMP Evaluation, and Monitoring Complete Part B for all annual reports. B. SWMP Evaluation (S8.B & S9)
You are required to assess the appropriateness of the BMPs you have selected to implement your SWMP. This evaluation is necessary to evaluate whether the MEP standard set by the permit is protective of water quality in your receiving water bodies. This assessment may be entirely qualitative. Answer NA if you are not yet implementing BMPs for a component of the SWMP. (S8.B.2 and S9) Question Are the BMPs selected and implemented for Public Outreach 1. appropriate to minimize pollutants in the MS4 to the MEP? Are the BMPs selected and implemented for Public Involvement appropriate to minimize pollutants in the MS4 to 2. the MEP?
Y/N/NA
Y
Y
Are the BMPs selected and implemented for Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination appropriate to minimize pollutants 3. in the MS4 to the MEP?
Y
Are the BMPs selected and implemented for Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention appropriate to minimize 4. pollutants in the MS4 to the MEP?
Y
Are the BMPs selected and implemented for PostConstruction Runoff Management appropriate to minimize 5. pollutants in the MS4 to the MEP? Are the BMPs selected and implemented for Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations appropriate to 6. minimize pollutants in the MS4 to the MEP?
Y
Y
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Comments (50 word limit) The City utilizes various methods and materials to provide education to the community regarding water quality and stormwater BMP's. The City actively participates with several stormwater groups, working together and individually to create educational opportunities for local community members to learn of stormwater impacts through the organization of different stormwater events. The City of Sumner maintains and active Spill Response program, which involves training seminars and valuable experiences acquired in the field while engaging various situations. Local Ordinances, development review, standard details, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans provide detailed information regarding proper regulations of construction site discharges and BMP's. The City requires a recorded document of an "Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan" for all new develoment before Permits are issued. Maintenance Bonds are also issued if necessary to attain required maintenance. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans for City operations and maintenance yards.
City of Sumner Stormwater Management Program 2013
City of Sumner SWMP 2013
Table of Contents 1.
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 PERMIT BACKGROUND............................................................................................................ 3 1.2 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN (SWMP) ................................................................... 3 1.3 FUTURE PERMIT (2013-2018) ................................................................................................... 4 2.
NPDES PHASE II PROGRAM COMPONENTS .............................................................................................. 5
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2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6 3.
PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH.......................................................................... 6 2.1.1 Permit Requirements ................................................................................................. 6 2.1.2 Public Education Activities ....................................................................................... 6 2.1.3 Future Public Education Activities ............................................................................ 8 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION ......................................................... 11 2.2.1 Permit Requirements ............................................................................................... 11 2.2.2 Public Involvement and Participation Activities ..................................................... 11 2.2.3 Future Public Involvement and Participation Activities .......................................... 12 ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION ............................................ 14 2.3.1 Permit Requirements ............................................................................................... 14 2.3.2 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Activities ............................................ 14 2.3.3 Future Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Activities ................................ 16 CONTROLLING RUNOFF FROM NEW DEVELOPMENT, REDEVELOPMENT, AND CONSTRUCTION SITES ...................................................... 18 2.4.1 Permit Requirements ............................................................................................... 18 2.4.2 Runoff and Development Activities ........................................................................ 18 2.4.3 Future Runoff and Development Activities ............................................................. 20 POLLUTION PREVENTION AND OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS .............................................................................................. 21 2.5.1 Permit Requirements ............................................................................................... 21 2.5.2 Maintenance and Operations Activities ................................................................... 21 2.5.3 Future Maintenance and Operations Activities........................................................ 23 MONITORING..................................................................................................................... 24
CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................................................... 26
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INTRODUCTION
The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program is a requirement of the Federal Clean Water Act. The Phase I and Phase II municipal stormwater permits were initiated to protect water quality through the development and implementation of programs and procedures designed to regulate, detect and eliminate pollutant discharges. The Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has delegated permit authority to state environmental agencies towards developing, implementing and enforcing stormwater regulations and policies. In Washington State, the NPDES-delegated permit authority is the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology).
1.1 PERMIT BACKGROUND
The first cycle of NPDES municipal stormwater permits were issued by Ecology in January of 2007 to Phase I and Phase II jurisdictions. Ecology designated Phase I Permitees as jurisdictions with a population of 100,000 or greater and Phase II Permitees as jurisdictions with population of less than 100,000 according to the 1990 census. Phase II communities were required to complete an NPDES Phase II Stormwater Permit Application and submit to Ecology by March 10, 2003. The first cycle of NPDES Phase II Permits (Permit) were issued to Sumner on January 17, 2007 and went into effect for a 5-year term on February 16, 2007. In June 2009 the permits were modified to reflect changes made in response to a multijurisdictional appeal of the Permit. The first cycle of permits expired in June of 2012 but remained in effect until the next permit was issued August 1st, 2012. This second permit will remain in effect for a 1- year permit term at which point the second 5-year cycle of permits will become effective, August of 2013.
1.2 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN (SWMP)
This document, known as the Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) describes the annual programs and plans to be implemented in compliance with the NPDES Phase II municipal stormwater permit (Phase II Permit). The SWMP is updated annually by the City of Sumner to meet the requirements of the Phase II Permit. The SWMP was developed to outline the City’s advancement and strategy for implementing Permit required programs and policies. The SWMP also illustrates the City’s individual approach towards the reduction of pollutant discharges from the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4). The overall purpose of this program is to protect water quality by reducing pollutant discharges to the maximum extent possible (MEP). This will be accomplished through proper education, program development, the application of Best Management Practices (BMP’s) and compliance
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City of Sumner SWMP 2013 with Washington State’s All Known and Reasonable Treatment (AKART) requirements where applicable in the major divisions of the NPDES Permit listed below: • • • • •
Public Education and Outreach Public Involvement and Participation Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Controlling Runoff from New Development, Redevelopment and Construction Sites Pollution Prevention and Operation and Maintenance for Municipal Operations
The Phase II Permit requires a comprehensive annual report describing completed requirements and deadlines for future requirements. This report must be submitted to the Ecology, by March 31st of the following year. The SWMP document is an element of the annual report that provides an explanation of the Permit requirements and previous year’s activities as well as a summary of potential plans based on future requirements of the Permit in the forthcoming years. An updated SWMP is required with each year’s annual report to Ecology.
1.3 FUTURE PERMIT (2013-2018)
Sumner is defined as a Phase II community by the Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology), and therefore, is required to comply with the requirements of the NPDES Phase II Permit. Phase II communities are those that: •
Own and operate a storm drain system.
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Discharge to surface waters.
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Are located in urbanized areas.
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Have a population of more than 1,000 but less than 100,000.
In 2011, a legislative alteration lead Ecology to reissue the (2007-2012) Phase II Permit unchanged, for one additional year. This Permit is currently in effect until August 2013 at which point the next 5-year cycle permit becomes active. Ecology worked with other interested parties to developed draft permits through a permit reissuance process that began in the summer of 2008. A 3-month public comment period ending February 3, 2012 was provided to allow jurisdictions the opportunity to provide constructive feedback on new permit requirements. Ecology reviewed the comments submitted and incorporated changes where applicable to final permits. Currently there is a 1year and a 5-year Phase II Permit that was issued on August 1, 2012 and August 1, 2013 respectively. Section G18 of the permit required Phase II jurisdictions to reapply for coverage under the new Permit by submitting a Duty to Reapply Notice of Intent (NOI) application. Permittees were required to complete this task 180 days prior to the expiration of the last Permit cycle.
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NPDES PHASE II PROGRAM COMPONENTS
The Phase II Permit is a booklet of defined special and general conditions designed to guide and direct Permittees in developing stormwater code, policies and programs. These programs focus to educate, promote and enforce water quality standards within their jurisdiction. The Phase II Permit contains several sections and subsections pertaining to program requirements and protocol. The following list describes the 6 core programs of the current Phase II Permit and new Monitoring section that will be a part of the future (2013-2018) Permits: • • • • • •
Public Education and Outreach Public Involvement and Participation Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Controlling Runoff from New Development, Redevelopment and Construction Sites Pollution Prevention and Operation and Maintenance for Municipal Operations Monitoring
The additional section for monitoring will not become effective until August of 2013 when the new Phase II Permit will be issued. The City of Sumner is currently exempt from monitoring requirements due to criteria requiring a population greater than 10,000. The requirements of these program components and how the City of Sumner is currently addressing and plans to address future requirements are discussed in greater detail in the following sections. In general, the City of Sumner has activities and programs in place that meet current NPDES Phase II Permit requirements. As future requirements are introduced, the City will need to develop and implement additional programs, training, educational materials, and update policies and procedures to manage current specifications and demands.
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PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
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Permit Requirements
This component aims to implement a public education program that actively provides educational materials, learning opportunities, and activities regarding stormwater management to the community. More specifically, this program focuses to distribute significant and applicable stormwater information to various audiences including: the general public, businesses, homeowners, engineers, contractors and City staff. The messages in these materials contain a general theme concerning the impacts of stormwater discharges on local and regional water bodies. These materials can be distributed in an assortment of ways including but not limited to: seminars, trainings, events, commercials, online postings, newsletters, posters, coloring books and brochures. A portion of this program focuses on providing informative methods and behaviors the general public can adopt to reduce the amount of pollutants in stormwater runoff generated from the homeowner. Other segments focus on business and property management, maintenance of stormwater facilities, and hazardous materials. The education program targets a variety of groups, in an effort to contact and inform a large percentage of those most likely to impact stormwater. To ensure that the program is successful, a measurement of the behaviors and understanding of water quality was recorded after a regional survey developed in conjunction with Pierce County was administered to the citizens of Sumner. The data and results provided will be used as a baseline to guide future public education and outreach programs. Additional surveys will be administered intermittently to determine whether or not the current methods of informing the public are effectively educating and reducing pollutant discharge. This program promotes a positive change in behaviors to ensure and protect water quality in local and regional waters of the state. 2.1.2
Public Education Activities
The City of Sumner’s public education program addresses the requirements identified in the Public Education and Outreach component of the Permit. Annual requirements have been met in the past through the implementation of the following activities:
Sumner policy requires that stormwater control facilities, serving other than singlefamily residential developments, be owned and maintained by the homeowners’ association, property owner or other designee. The developer is required to execute and record an Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and to Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan in instances where the City will not assume ownership and maintenance of a stormwater facility.
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The City of Sumner entered into contract with the Washington State Department of Ecology to start a Local Source Control Program. This program entailed hiring an employee to conduct site inspections of local small quantity generator businesses, regarding hazardous waste maintenance and disposal. The Local Source Control Specialist documents potential issues identified during the inspections and provides technical assistance to local business managers.
The City maintains a list of Stormwater Maintenance Agreement holders and conducts inspections of the businesses stormwater facility with property managers or maintenance staff. Proper maintenance and repairs are explained during the walkthrough inspection of the facility with the intent of improving the water quality of their facilities discharge.
The City’s Community Connection Newsletter often provides articles on various stormwater public education topics.
The police department at City Hall has a bin to accept expired prescription drugs. Information about the take-back program is distributed to local pharmacies to post. The City also hosts a spring clean-up event and offers take-back bins during the event.
Continued the promotion of using “Bonney Good Sumner Grow” biosolids from the Waste Water Treatment Facility as a slow release nitrogen fertilizer for plants and landscape vegetation.
The City of Sumner developed a fertilizer poster to assist local gardeners in reducing the chances of over fertilizing and creating toxic runoff. The poster is made available online at City Hall and some local nurseries.
The City of Sumner continues collaboration with Pierce County to acquire and distribute coffee sleeves for distribution at local coffee stands during the month of May for Puget Sound Starts Here (PSSH) Month. Each coffee sleeve was designed with specific stormwater messages for the common home owner.
Pet waste bag dispenser stations are located at Parks and trail sections for pet owners to learn and properly dispose of pet wastes.
The City of Sumner continues to promote the use of the City’s Carwash Kit. The kit is made available for check-out to the local residents and businesses in the area.
Continued collaboration and participation with various stormwater groups: South Sound NPDES Coordinators Group, Pierce County Public Education, Puget Sound Starts Here
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City of Sumner SWMP 2013 (PSSH), Puyallup River Watershed Council, Stream Team and the American Public Works Association. Other educational materials such as brochures and posters on car washing, natural yard care, recycling and pet waste have been posted on the City’s website or at sites around town. 2.1.3
Future Public Education Activities
As a part of the ongoing requirements of the NPDES Permit, the City has fabricated an Education/Outreach Program list of innovative methods and approaches to continue the education of the community of Sumner on the topic of water quality. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Newsletter (quarterly) Internet postings City Webpages: Stormwater, Carwash, Fertilizer, Construction TESC, etc. Surveys Utility billing facts Brochures Coloring placemats for local restaurants Garden/Nursery seminars Charity car wash program Posters Events – River Clean-up, Recycling, Habitat Restoration List of local recycling businesses Spring Clean-up: medical take-back, appliance and electronic recycling Fair Booth - Stormwater Continuation of Local Source Control program
The list above contains several simple methods in promoting a change to the detrimental behaviors that impact the water quality of our local and regional waterways. To avoid creating large quantities of reading material, there are also a couple of activities planned for community participation, those of which include a spring cleaning, shred and clean event, coffee sleeve/coaster program, and music video development described below. In recognition of Earth Day a Shred and Clean event is being organized to accept items such as paper, appliances, medication take-back and in the near future, oil recycling to increase proper hazardous material disposal. The City of Sumner is again working with Pierce County during the month of April to promote the organization and stormwater messages of Puget Sound Starts Here. The City has solicited and acquired a list of participating coffee stands and restaurants and will distribute the promotional coffee sleeves for use during the promotional week identified by Pierce County.
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In an effort to reduce fertilizer runoff, the City developed a fertilizer poster and will be distributing this poster at local gardening centers and events. This poster provides guidelines for applications and obtaining suitable fertilizers based on plant type and season. The City of Sumner continues its search to find available resources to provide film and video production of the music video after a failed attempt last year. The lyrics and music selection have already been determined. A schedule of planned activities and program components is identified in the table on the following page.
Stormwater Public Education and Activities Plan for 2013
Stormwater Public Education Plan 2013 January CHB - Puyallup River Pollution Patrol: Water Quality Lesson and Sampling #1
Ongoing Projects Utility Billing Facts
March Fertilizer Poster Distribution Spring Newsletter
Quarterly Newsletter Articles Posters
April Spring Clean-up: DM Disposal Appliance Pick up Shred & Clean Event Don't Drip and Drive Month - Vehicle Inspections May Puget Sound Starts Here (PSSH) Month CHB - Puyallup River Pollution Patrol: Water Quality Lesson and Sampling #2 Coffee Sleeve Distibution June/July Fish Friendly Car Wash Kit Promotion
Stormwater Webpage(s) Local Source Control Business Inspections Free Bio-Solid Fertilizer Pre- Construction: Temporary Erosion & Sediment Control Consultations Rain Garden Model
August Music Video - Pet Waste "Any Bag Will Do" September Stream Team: Stormwater Booth - Puyallup Fair Construction Site: October 1 TESC Regs. October/November Fall Clean Event
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This is a proposed schedule of activities and ideas to be coordinated and organized in aiding to satisfying the next annual Public Education and Outreach Permit requirements. Additional materials such as posters, brochures and newsletters will also be structured within the Communication Department as an annual segment of this program.
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PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION
2.2.1
Permit Requirements
This program component requires that the City of Sumner develop a public involvement and participation program that complies with state and local public notice requirements. The City of Sumner currently participates in various groups and organizations pertaining to the importance of water quality and future issues. The City also has a program available for the public to partake in the development and formation of this SWMP. 2.2.2
Public Involvement and Participation Activities
The City of Sumner has a public involvement and participation program in place that meets requirements of this program component, by providing opportunities for the public to learn, comment or propose suggestions regarding stormwater projects, programs and policy.
The City has been a member of the Puyallup River Watershed Council (PRWC) for several years. This group works to coordinate water quality programs, activities, and organizes discussions concerning environmental and habitat issues in the Puyallup River basin.
Another environmental organization the City has partnered with is Puget Sound Starts Here (PSSH). This group focuses on promoting stormwater tips for the homeowner in several categories such as: natural yard care, car maintenance and washing, and pet waste. The City utilizes the promotional materials provided by PSSH to propagate the same messages creating a regional effort to reduce pollutants from entering the water systems of Puget Sound.
The Community Development Department has formed its own program called Sumner University. This curriculum presents information regarding local government, giving the citizens of Sumner the opportunity to learn discuss various departments and programs in their jurisdiction. A portion of this presentation includes information on our stormwater program.
During the Puyallup Fair, City staff manned a booth for Pierce Conservation Districts Stream Team Program. Staff provided answers to questions from Fair guests regarding the Rain Barrel and permeable demonstrations and other displays. Children were asked if they wanted to feed Sammy the Salmon, in an effort to educate the youth on salmon habitat and how they directly impact their quality of living environments.
The City is also an active member of the South Puget Sound Phase II Coordinator’s Group. This organization meets bi-monthly to discuss stormwater related issues and address
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Another group the City has become affiliated with is the Stormwater Work Group (SWG). This group met quarterly to discuss specific topics of the overall plan to provide Ecology with a proposal for a regional monitoring system that would satisfy the monitoring requirements of the Permit. In October of 2010 the SWG provided recommendations and comments pertaining to new Permit requirements regarding a regional monitoring program. Most of the recommendations were implemented into the draft version of the next NPDES Phase II Permit. The group continues to work with Ecology on the development of the effectiveness monitoring program, updating the 2012-2013 work plans, overseeing the processes for status and trends and pooling resources, and development of the repository for source identification information.
In addition to involvement in the PRWC, the South Puget Sound Phase II Coordinator’s Group, and the local caucus group, the City focuses extend stormwater education to industrial and commercial development through stormwater regulations requiring all industrial and commercial sites to paint or emboss “DUMP NO WASTE – DRAINS TO STREAM” adjacent to all storm drain inlets.
Sumner also has a public involvement and participation activity for car washes. The City has implemented the use of a car wash kit designed to collect waste water from car washes so that it can be pumped into the sanitary sewer system. There is also an informational handout for this activity in Appendix A.
Another organization the City collaborates with is Pierce Conservation Districts Stream Team. Various Capital Improvement and Trail Projects offer the opportunity to provide additional habitat restoration near the rivers and creeks of Sumner. The City utilizes Stream Teams expertise to efficiently organize volunteer events to complete environmental projects. The public has the continuous opportunity to aid in the development of the City’s SWMP through an online commentary. Citizens are encouraged via the online Stormwater webpage to read the SWMP and submit comments to the NPDES Permit manager. The SWMP, annual report(s) and other submittals are made available to the public on our City website. Comments are being addressed accordingly. 2.2.3
Future Public Involvement and Participation Activities
The City will post the updated versions of the SWMP and annual report on its website (www.ci.sumner.wa.us) by March 31st. Any other submittals required by the Permit will also be posted as necessary on the website. The public will continue to have the opportunity to comment on the SWMP by means of the contact information provided. The City also hosts
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City of Sumner SWMP 2013 several council meetings for which the public can attend and voice their opinions on various stormwater projects. The City of Sumner has recently joined up with Citizens for a Healthy Bay (CHB) to organize a project called Puyallup River Pollution Patrol. This project gets students involved with water quality issues, teaching them about pH, turbidity and the effects on aquatic habitat and resources. In May, the City will distribute promotional coasters and coffee sleeves to local participating coffee stands to use and support stormwater messages provided by PSSH. The project goal is to generate awareness of PSSH and the information they provide concerning stormwater impacts and management. The City would also like to organize a stenciling project, likely with the assistance of CHB or Stream Team. Active involvement with the various groups and organizations as well as coordination between municipal departments will continue in support of protecting water quality. The City of Sumner plans to be a part of the EPA Puget Sound Watershed Management Assistance Grant in collaboration with the City of Puyallup and many other municipalities in the Pierce County region.
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ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION
2.3.1
Permit Requirements
Compliance with this program component requires the City to implement and enforce an Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) program for the City’s MS4. Required program elements are as follows: •
Develop a municipal storm sewer system map that includes information on the City’s MS4 (e.g. outfalls, receiving waters, connection points, areas that don’t discharge to surface water, etc.).
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Effectively prohibit, through ordinance or other regulatory mechanism, non-stormwater, illegal discharges, and dumping into the City’s MS4.
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Develop and implement a program to detect and address non-stormwater discharges, spills, illicit connections and illegal dumping into the City’s MS4.
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Inform public employees, businesses, and the general public of hazards associated with illegal discharges and improper waste disposal.
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Implement procedures for program evaluation and assessment which includes a program to track spills and illicit discharges (both number and type), record inspections made and record any feedback received from public education effort.
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Provide appropriate training to City employees on IDDE into the City’s MS4.
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Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Activities
The City’s Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Program works to minimize impacts of pollution entering the local water ways, by identifying pollutant substances, tracking down the source and eliminating the cause for water contamination. This program includes responding to spill situations and field screening.
The City of Sumner has a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) base map that is regularly updated by the City to include development and redevelopment projects upon completion and receipt of as-built information. Additional information is periodically provided by Pierce County (due to Interlocal agreement).
A supplementary map of the MS4s known outfall sites and structural BMPs owned, operated, or maintained has also been developed in response to Permit requirements. Other maps illustrate land uses, areas served by the MS4 and those that do not discharge surface waters.
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The City provides training through the use of webinars and in-house training sessions to educate staff and field personnel regarding identification and elimination of various discharges, and procedures to remedy specific situations.
City crews respond to spill and/or accident situations to provide immediate containment and clean-up of pollutants from entering local waterways.
A phone hotline and email link is in place and currently displayed on our City website for citizens to use and report incidents. The number will either contact the City’s Maintenance and Operations Facility during business hours or the Police Department for after hours to respond.
Outfall reconnaissance and field inspections are conducted on a prioritized waterway. Sumner ordinances and other programs are in place and meet requirements for the IDDE component of the Permit. Sumner Municipal Code (SMC) and other programs currently in place concerning illicit discharge control are as follows: •
SMC 13.48.233 Illicit connection, this code defines an illicit connection according to the City
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SMC 13.48.234 Illicit discharge, this code defines an illicit discharge according to the City.
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SMC 13.48.820, Illicit discharges, this code prohibits illicit discharge.
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SMC 13.48.830, Enforcement, this code defines how the City will enforce the codes.
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SMC 13.48.860, Penalty, this code defines how the City will penalize failure to comply with the codes.
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Nonpublic stormwater facility operators are required to execute and record an Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and to Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan as shown in Appendix C. Operation, maintenance and repair responsibility resides on the facility owner. Included in this plan is a maintenance checklist which contains line items regarding identification of oil and chemical sheens or odors. A database for properties possessing recorded Stormwater Maintenance Agreements has been created to monitor inspections, annual report submissions and maintenance/repair activities.
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Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans have been developed for Sumner-maintained streets, the Sumner WWTP, and the Sumner Meadows Golf Links. The golf course and WWTP plans state that dry weather surveys will be conducted annually for IDDE.
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Illicit discharges to the Sumner storm system are detected during routine catch basin and stormwater conveyance system maintenance activities. Catch basin and stormwater conveyance cleaning is typically conducted on an as-needed basis.
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Documentation of activities including when inspections take place, times and types of spills, public feedback from education efforts and training for municipal staff has been implemented and recorded.
TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD (TMDL) The Federal Clean Water Act requires each state to develop water quality standards with the intention of protecting and preserving water quality and water resources. Bi-annually, states are required to conduct water quality assessments and develop a list of water bodies that fail to meet water quality standards. This list is called the 303(d) list. The Clean Water Act requires a Total Maximum Daily Load be formed for all waterbodies on the 303(d) list. The ultimate goal of the TMDL is identify causes of pollution and eliminate or reduce these sources and re-establish water quality standards. The Department of Ecology identified several waterbodies within the Puyallup River Watershed that do not currently meet water quality standards for Fecal Coliform and thus have developed a TMDL for the watershed. The City of Sumner is working with Ecology and other local jurisdictions to reduce the impacts of local waterways and the overall quantities of Fecal in the Watershed. The City conducts water quality assessments and utilizes the IDDE program to identify potential contributing sources of Fecal Coliform and eliminate these sources.
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Future Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Activities
The City continues its ongoing program to detect Illicit Discharges and Illicit Connections of the MS4, train staff to document illicit connections and spills as well as continue investigations for sources of fecal coliform in Salmon Creek. Staff will continue training in performing field assessments and visual inspections of high priority outfalls and water bodies in preparation for regulated monitoring of receiving waters and source identification. The planned activities stated earlier for public education and outreach will continue to provide information on IDDE in an effort to decrease the number of illicit discharges and connections found throughout the City. In response to the TMDL report developed by Ecology in June 2011, the City of Sumner has initiated an investigation on Fecal Coliform sources discharging to Salmon Creek. Water samples from various locations on the Creek have been tested to determine the location(s) of the significant contributors (source identification). The process of sampling and identifying potential sources of pollution will continue until Ecology determines the waters of Salmon Creek meet water quality standards. Outfall screening activities will continue on at least one high priority water body.
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City of Sumner SWMP 2013 The City will continue to develop its map of the MS4 including the locations of all known stormwater outfalls and structural BMP’s. Methods for locating and tracking areas with a higher probability for having illicit discharges will be developed. The City will also continue to develop, modify, implement and improve procedures for source identification and proper response when contamination is known.
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CONTROLLING RUNOFF FROM NEW DEVELOPMENT, REDEVELOPMENT, AND CONSTRUCTION SITES
2.4.1
Permit Requirements
Compliance with this program component requires the City to develop, implement, and enforce a program to reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff to the municipal stormwater infrastructure from any new development, redevelopment or construction site activity that results in a land disturbance, development or sale. The minimum elements included in this program component are: •
An ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to address runoff from new development, redevelopment and construction site projects. City codes, ordinances and development specifications may require smaller sites to comply with these requirements as well.
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Develop and implement a permit process with plan review, inspection and enforcement capability including adequate long-term operation and maintenance of the stormwater facilities and BMP’s.
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Develop and implement procedures for documenting inspections and enforcement actions.
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Make available copies of the Notice of Intent for Construction Activity and Notice of Intent for Industrial Activity for representatives of new developments and redevelopments.
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Develop and implement a training program for staff responsible for implementing the program to control stormwater runoff from new development, redevelopment and construction sites including permitting, plan review, construction site inspections and enforcement.
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Provide in the annual report submitted no later than March 31, 2011 a summary describing identified barriers for usage of Low Impact Development (LID), and a report of LID practices, goals and non – structured actions.
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Runoff and Development Activities
The City of Sumner has adopted the 2005 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington as well as developed enforceable mechanisms that meet requirements for controlling runoff from new development, redevelopment and construction sites.
Per the requirements of the Permit, the City of Sumner has developed enforceable mechanisms, standards, specifications and codes to protect and maintain water quality standards during the development of a parcel. These enforceable mechanisms are as follows:
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Chapter 13.48 and 13.36 of Sumner Municipal Code describe Stormwater Management and Regulations within the City of Sumner. These sections identify the proper procedures for Permit Application, Controlling Erosion and Sediment, Inspection, Maintenance and System Protection.
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The City of Sumner Development Specifications and Standard Details Chapter 5, Section 5.2 Standard Specifications lists and describes all the applicable references for standards that control runoff from new development, redevelopment and construction site activity in the City including the WSDOE 2005 Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington (SMMWW); the Low Impact Development Technical Guidance Manual for Puget Sound; WSDOT Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge and Municipal Construction; 1992 King County Surface Water Design Manual (KCSWDM) and others.
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The City of Sumner Development Specifications and Standard Details Chapter 5, Section 5.3, Stormwater System Design Requirements describes the process that new development, redevelopment and construction sites must go through prior to approval and acceptance from the City. Also included in Section 5.6 Maintenance Responsibilities are requirements for an Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and to Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan. This agreement is shown in Appendix C.
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SMC 16.04 requires public comment for projects subject to SEPA requirements. SMC 18.56 requires public comment during a Land Use Permit application process requiring a Type II, IV, V, VI.a, or VI.b decision.
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Notice of Intent for Construction Activity and Notice of Intent for Industrial Activity are provided to representatives of proposed new development or redevelopment.
To enforce these regulations, the City has employed inspectors to document and address compliance issues and address corrective actions to be implemented. Inspection reports are completed at various stages of construction to provide documentation of incidents and response from the contractors, managing the site.
The City requires developers as a part of the pre-application process, obtain a Notice Of Intent for industrial and construction activities.
Training opportunities and Certification trainings are provided to inspectors and involved staff as required by the Permit. Webinars, Presentations and lectures are often useful tools to educate staff on the common issues surrounding the development and construction departments.
As required, a report was submitted to Ecology identifying barriers, goals, non-structural actions, and practices of Low Impact Development within the City of Sumner. This document was included as a part of 2010 NPDES Annual Report.
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Future Runoff and Development Activities
The City will continue to enforce Sumner Municipal Code and Development Specifications and Standard Details to reflect the requirements of the NPDES Permit. In addition, the inspectors will continue to perform their duties and record enforcement actions, and training will be provided to staff impacted by the NPDES Permit and for those responsible for regulating the requirements of this program component. Permit and development review staff will utilize new guidelines and provide site development and permit review for new development, redevelopment and construction sites. New standards and details for LID requirements will be used to implement LID where feasible within the City of Sumner. Annual inspections of treatment and flow control facilities will be conducted (excluding catch basins) for private stormwater facilities. Scheduled maintenance activities will be performed as planned and records will be updated. Spot checks will be performed in areas that have had significant issues historically. The City also has resources available to manage complaints that are phoned in on the “Report a Problem� hotline.
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POLLUTION PREVENTION AND OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS
2.5.1
Permit Requirements
The minimum control measures for Pollution Prevention and Operation and Maintenance for Municipal Operations, requires that the City develop and implement an operations and maintenance (O&M) program, including a training component, that has the ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff from municipal operations. The minimum elements included in this program component are: •
The City will develop and implement O&M standards for municipal facilities that are as protective, or more protective, than those in Chapter 4 of Volume V of Ecology’s 2005 SWMMWW.
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The City will develop an annual inspection program for flow control facilities, and will do spot checks after major storm events for damage.
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The inspection program will include inspection of all catch basins and inlets in the MS4 before the Permit expiration date.
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The inspections will be documented and work done or needed on the stormwater facilities will be noted according to the Permit requirements for reporting.
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The City will develop and implement a program to reduce the stormwater impacts from streets, parking lots, roads, highways and other lands owned, operated or maintained by the City, including road maintenance.
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The City will develop and implement a training program for City employees whose construction, operation and maintenance job functions may impact stormwater quality.
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The City will develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for all heavy equipment maintenance yards and material storage facilities owned or operated by the City that is not required to have coverage under the Industrial Stormwater General Permit.
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Maintenance and Operations Activities
The City of Sumner’s Maintenance and Operations Crew provides various services to inspect, maintain, repair and install stormwater structures and facilities. Agreements, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans and Maintenance Standards, were developed to aid with the maintenance and operation of these systems.
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The City’s maintenance standards for stormwater facilities are addressed in the Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and to Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan as shown in Appendix C or in a SWPPP specific to the site. The agreement standards are composed of those specified in Chapter 4 of Volume V of Ecology’s 2005 SWMMWW and addresses various types of BMP’s, identifiable water quality issues, as well as proper maintenance of each BMP. Catch basins are currently inspected with routine maintenance activities. These smaller activities are done on an as-needed basis. However, a complete cleaning of the MS4 system is typically performed bi-annually to ensure good housekeeping behaviors are followed. Ongoing street sweeping activities help minimize the need for catch basin cleaning. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP’s) were developed for City facilities likely to discharge to the City stormwater infrastructure. These facilities include: the Sumner Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF), Sumner Meadows Golf Links, and Street Maintenance Division. Each SWPPP describes implemented measures to reduce stormwater impacts including pollutant discharges from all the areas owned by the City. They also include on-going training programs for employees. The SWPPP's for each City facility contain recommendations for routine pollution prevention, stormwater facility maintenance, stormwater facility inspection schedules, and training related to stormwater pollution prevention. SWPPP’s for City facilities are contained in separate documents entitled City of Sumner Wastewater Treatment Facility Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, City of Sumner Sumner Meadows Golf Links Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, and City of Sumner Street Maintenance Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. An Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and to Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan was previously executed for the City Shop. To satisfy the requirements of this component of the Permit for City owned facilities, the City has developed and implemented a plan to inspect of all the inlets, ponds, oil water separators and grease interceptors stormwater treatment and flow control facilities owned and operated by the City. Our Maintenance and Operations crew annually inspects all City owned stormwater facilities, verifying proper function and managing maintenance when necessary. The plan also includes spot checks on potentially damaged permanent treatment and flow control facilities after major storm events. Catch basins are typically cleaned bi-annually due to the efficiency of our scheduled sweeping of the City roadways. The plan also includes documentation of the inspections and work performed or needed on the stormwater facilities.
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Future Maintenance and Operations Activities
The City will continue to inspect and maintain facilities as described by the SWPPP’s, Maintenance Agreements and in accordance with NPDES Permit regulations established for City owned equipment and structures. Maintenance checklists will be documented and recorded to reflect the current maintenance and operating status of the facility. Spot checks and annual inspections of the City’s MS4 will continue as scheduled. Maintenance will be performed to resolve any identified issues or water quality concerns. The City will continue to identify and develop methods for reducing stormwater pollution from roadways, parking lots and other City owned facilities in accordance with the NPDES Permit standards. Training seminars will be scheduled to maintain the status of currently certified employees as well as certify other staff as this program continues to develop. The Maintenance and Operations program for preventing pollution generated from City owned facilities will continue to modify its current processes and maintenance programs in an effort to develop efficient practices and methods for pollution reduction. In order to accomplish this objective, the City will utilize training opportunities and informational seminars to learn and educate staff of the potential means and methods of maintenance and operations applicable to City owned facilities.
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MONITORING
The Clean Water Act requires municipalities to obtain an NPDES Permit and to develop a stormwater management programs to prevent harmful pollutants from reaching local water bodies. The first NPDES Phase II Permit cycle (2007-2012) did not require any water quality monitoring for the City, unless it was pursuant to a TMDL requirement or part of the IDDE program. Due to the size of Sumner (population under 10,000), the City was not required to develop a monitoring program. This requirement however, will be changing with the administration of the next cycle of permits. Ecology recently issued the next cycle of Phase II Permits including the implementation of a regional monitoring program to include 3 monitoring programs. The first program is called Status and Trends monitoring. This program focuses to monitor the status of the marine near shores and streams of Puget Sound, by sampling and examining muscle growth and habitat, sediment and benthos in the local streams and shorelines. The second proposed program involves Regional Effectiveness Studies. The specific studies to be conducted are yet to be determined. In the 2010 annual report, Permittees were required to submit two questions with selected sites where a monitoring study could be implemented. These questions were gathered and will be used as a starting point for Ecology to determine the studies to be conducted during this next Permit cycle. The third program to implement is a Source Identification Program which proposes to develop an Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Manual for Western Washington. This Manual would include: a Quality Assurance Program Plan (QAPP) Library, information repository and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for identification and diagnostic monitoring. A data base will also be developed for regional use and provide assistance in identifying locations in need of additional education efforts. These programs will be funded through an allocation process for which participating agencies will be charged an annual cost or fee for the implementation of each program. The estimated annual cost for the City of Sumner to participate in all three programs is approximately $6,254.00. If the City chooses to opt out of an individual program or two programs, the costs to remain compliant with Permit requirements may increase significantly with the additional funding necessary to purchase equipment, lab testing and staffing resources. The City has until December 1st of 2013 to determine and notify Ecology regarding the City’s participation in the regional monitoring program. Although the City is not currently required to implement a monitoring program, the City established a Groundwater and Stream Low Flow Monitoring program to provide useful data regarding groundwater gradients, calibrate a hydrologic and hydrogeological model, and evaluate the feasibility of utilizing infiltration techniques such as Low Impact Development (LID) technologies.
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The Groundwater and Stream Flow Monitoring program consists of 12 shallow groundwater monitoring wells and 4 stream gauges. The groundwater monitoring wells measure the depth of the groundwater and record the data using data loggers. The stream gauges located in Salmon Creek, Middle Creek and Milwaukee Ditch (2) measure depth and velocity of the flow and record using data loggers as well. The goal of this monitoring is to estimate groundwater gradients within the White River Valley to assess whether development has an effect on groundwater flow patterns and stream base flows. The City has also implemented a second monitoring program. This monitoring program has been established to track stormwater runoff from a small Low Impact Development in Sumner. The equipment purchased in 2007 includes a rain gauge, soil saturation meter, weir and other related telemetry and controls. The runoff/weather station was installed in 2008 and has then been programmed to record data regarding the amount of rainfall, and soil moisture to try and determine the infiltration rate and efficiency of the implemented LID system. Data from this station has been collected and is in the process of being converted and formatted to better understand the results of LID implementation. Another monitoring project the City recently initiated is the water quality testing of Salmon Creek. The Department of Ecology in June of 2011 issued a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for Fecal Coliform in the Puyallup River Watershed. This report identified Salmon Creek as a tributary in need of fecal coliform reduction in order to meet state water quality standards. In response to this report, the City of Sumner began to study and sample various locations on the Creek to identify potential causes and sources of Fecal contamination in the stream. The City and Tacoma Pierce County Health Department are currently in the process of investigating possible sources of fecal contamination in relation to Salmon Creek. Samples of the creek and testing of the water will continue until fecal rates are below the water quality standards identified in the TMDL report. Although the City of Sumner is not required to submit an established plan and site locations for future long term monitoring, the City was required to develop a plan for two effectiveness monitoring experiments. This plan identifies two hypotheses to be tested, sites for which the data will be retrieved and an explanation of why these suggested plans would be of significance use to other jurisdictions. This document is included as a part of the annual Permit that was submitted to Ecology for the year 2010. As this first Permit cycle has come to an end the City will continue to improve its program components to remain in compliance with Permit standards and regulations. A final draft of the next cycles of NPDES Phase II Permits was issued September of 2012 with the 1-year reissuance of the current Permit to be followed by the issuance of the next 5-year Permit.
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3.
CONCLUSION
The City of Sumner has met all the minimum requirements for the first cycle of NPDES requirements. The City has an established stormwater utility that is and will continue to be a funding source for stormwater facility improvements and permit requirements. There are many projects and activities that the City is performing and executing that line up with Permit requirements. In the coming years there will be several more programs and activities to develop and implement to remain in compliance with the issuance of new Phase II NPDES Permits. The Public Education and Outreach component for the SWMP continues to provide materials and opportunities for the public to learn and participate in stormwater related activities. During the next reporting period the City will need to develop and distribute more educational materials to specific target audiences listed in the new Permit. The City also needs to continue documenting the progress of the behaviors of the targeted audiences and compare the results with those from past administered surveys. The City is actively participating in several watershed groups as part of their Public Involvement and Participation component. This relationship will continue and promote involvement of local residents in the development of this SWMP document. The City also needs to continue to create programs and events such as a stencil or emboss “Dump No Waste – Drains to Stream” project near all stormwater inlets, or a restoration project on Salmon Creek to keep local citizens involved and aware of the impacts they can have on the environment. The City has developed a stable Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination program. The MS4 maps include the City’s existing infrastructure and will continue to develop as more information and as- builts are gathered. The SMC’s clearly state the procedures for managing and resolving illicit connections and discharges. Documentation of the inspections, spills, feedback and training is currently in place to meet the Permit requirements. The City of Sumner Development Specifications and Standard Details and SMC’s reflect the requirements for Controlling Runoff from New Development, Redevelopment and Construction Sites. These modifications will bring the City standards into alignment with many future requirements of the Permit. Additional work will be necessary to maintain documentation of inspection and enforcement actions and continue training for City staff according to the Permit requirements. The Maintenance and Operations component of the SWMP has a solid agreement in place for maintaining stormwater facilities and pollution source control plans. The SWPPP’s created for Street Maintenance; Sumner Meadows Golf Links and the Wastewater Treatment Facility have established guidelines and requirements for reducing and preventing pollution during operation and maintenance of Municipal facilities. The City shops operate under an Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities and to Implement a Pollution Source Control Plan.
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SUMNER Approximately 75% of all pollution in Puget Sound comes from stormwater runoff that starts in our neighborhoods.
Look for the sign!
Clean& Green
When you support a fundraiser car wash in Sumner, look for the city’s Clean & Green symbol. This way, you know this wash is using the city’s Car Wash Kit to raise money without making our rivers and environment pay the price.
Whether you enjoy fishing, hiking, boating or simply drinking clean water, this affects you. Every time you wash your car on a driveway that drains onto a street, you’re pouring your car’s grease, grime plus some soap, into our rivers and water system!
How to Wash Your Car (& Not Get the River Dirty)
Find out more
www.ci.sumner.wa.us www.PugetSoundStartsHere.org http://www.ecy.wa.gov/pubs/95056.pdf
A few changes to your routine will keep grease and soap out of our rivers and fish.
Washing Your Vehicle What can you do to wash your car without dirtying the environment?
Charity Car Washes The Problem
What about charity car washes? How can they operate in parking lots within the law?
1. Go to a commercial car wash. By law, they must run the water through special filters and processes so that it is not sending the soap and grease into the storm drains and rivers
1. Hold car wash on gravel. Same principle applies with the ground filtering the grease and soap out of the water before it returns to our water system.
2. Wash vehicles on lawn or gravel. The soil is a natural filter. By washing your car on the lawn or gravel, your run-off will be filtered by the ground rather than go into the street to the storm drain and to the river.
2. Check out the Car Wash Kit. Sumner has a car wash kit that diverts water from the storm drain and into the sewer system where it will get treated before returning to the river. One kit is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so act early. Contact the Permit Center at 253-299-5530.
3. Divert the water. Many of Sumner’s driveways are adjacent to gravel alleys rather than the street. If you are sure your run-off water is going into a gravel alley or lawn, you’re fine. 4. Use biodegradable soaps. Biodegradable soaps are known to be less harmful to the environment, but still contain oxygen depleting chemicals. Use sparingly and in addition to rather than instead of the other options. 5. Use a California Duster Wax coated cotton strands lift dust without scratching paint. When used often enough, the duster can reduce number of car washings.
Storm drains go right into the river without passing through the wastewater treatment plant. If you wash your car in your driveway or on pavement that leads to the street, you’re sending the grease and oil and even detergent right into the Puyallup and White rivers. What else can you do? • Pick up pet waste. If left in the yard, it also gets washed down the storm drains by rain. • Don’t overfertilize. Extra fertilizer doesn’t go into the ground--it waits on top for the next rain to wash it down the drain and into the river.
3. Reward Clean & Green washes. Car washes using the Car Wash Kit will have a sign that says “Clean & Green.” If a charity car wash isn’t on gravel and doesn’t have the sign, pass it by. If you feel comfortable, let them know that you would have been happy to support their cause if they were taking the proper precautions to keep our water clean.
TAKE OUTDATED MEDICATIONS TO CITY HALL Puget Sound starts here in Sumner. Medication flushed down toilets or washed down sinks canend up in our rivers and streams and ultimately the waters of Puget Sound. Instead, turn in unused medications to the green kiosk in Sumner City Hall’s police lobby, open Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm.
www.ci.sumner.wa.us
When to fertilize
Winter
Spring
Summer
Fall
A little knowledge and planning means a lot less useless fertilizer going into our water system.
www.ci.sumner.wa.us vegetables
Although spring is the absolute best, you can also add amendments (compost or manure) in winter as well and till into the soil.
Fertilize when soil is being tilled and prepared for planting. Use a ratio of 1 nitrogen-2 phosphorus-2 potassium and apply 20 lbs per 1,000 sq ft. Till into top 6-8 inches of soil.
grass
Fertilize November 15-December 7 Use a ratio of 3 nitrogen-1 phosphorus-2 potassium (21-7-14 or 15-5-10) Never use more than 4 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft per year.
Fertilize April 15-May 7. Use a ratio of 3 nitrogen-1 phosphorus-2 potassium (21-7-14 or 15-5-10) Never use more than 4 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft per year.
perennials
Fertilize June 15-30. Use a ratio of 3 nitrogen-1 phosphorus-2 potassium (21-7-14 or 15-5-10) Never use more than 4 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft per year.
Fertilize September 1-15. Use a ratio of 3 nitrogen-1 phosphorus-2 potassium (21-7-14 or 15-5-10) Never use more than 4 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft per year.
Summer and fall flowers: use seven tablespoons of 10-10-10 soluble fertilizer or equivalent monthly from shoot emergence until the plants reach full flower.
Spring flowers: when planting bulbs use five tablespoons of 10-10-10 soluble fertilizer or equivalent.
Apply a ratio of 1 nitrogen-2 phosphorus-2 potassium just before plants begin a new season of growth. Apply 20 lbs per 1,000 sq ft over the root zone. Use shallow cultivation or irrigation.
bulbs
Spring flowers: use five tablespoons of 10-10-10 soluble fertilizer or equivalent when shoots begin to show. Do NOT fertilize after flowering.
shrubs
Use nitrogen-rich fertilizer (i.e. 16-8-8, 21-7-14 or 20-10-5) February through May. Fertilize according to the shrub’s height or spread. Use .05 to .10 pounds of nitrogen per foot of shrub.
Use nitrogen-rich fertilizer (i.e. 16-8-8, 21-7-14 or 20-10-5) February through May. Fertilize according to the shrub’s height or spread. Use .05 to .10 pounds of nitrogen per foot of shrub.
deciduous trees
Use 2 lbs of nitrogen per 1000 sq ft in when leaves start showing, February through May.
Use 2 lbs of nitrogen per 1000 sq ft in when leaves start showing, February through May.
annuals
Although spring is the absolute best, you can also add amendments (compost or manure) in fall as well and till into the soil.
Fertilize 1-2 times during growing season. Use higher nitrogen until plants reach full size, then switch to high in phosphorus for increased blooming.
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Fertilize 1-2 times during growing season. Use higher nitrogen until plants reach full size, then switch to high in phosphorus for increased blooming.
This table offers a guide only for when to best fertilize and does not guarantee that plants will thrive or survive as planted by owners. These are highlights gained from information available at the WSU Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture website: http://hortla.wsu.edu/.
Utility Billing Stormwater Facts:
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Think about washing your car at a carwash. Washing your car in the driveway or street allows the chemical soaps, gunk and grime to wash into the drains and out into our rivers and streams. If you are going to wash at home, wash on the lawn or gravel. 11-28-12
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Be mindful when fertilizing. Know the proper amounts and time of year to fertilize your plants. Check out our website for a poster with more information! http://www.ci.sumner.wa.us/Documents/Public%20Works/Fertilizer_poster.pdf 2-26-13
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Did you know most stormwater is not treated and flows directly into our rivers, lakes and streams? Do your part and make sure “only rain goes down the storm drains!” – 7/26/12
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See something other than rain water running into the storm drain? Call or email our Report a Problem hotline, at 253-299-5740 or by email at http://www.ci.sumner.wa.us/report_problem.htm.
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Getting your carpet cleaned by a mobile carpet cleaning company? Make sure the mobile washer doesn’t dump the waste water into the gutter line or storm drain. Waste water should be discharged to sanitary sewer. – 1/22/13
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Does your car leave a black oil stain on your driveway or street? That oil residue gets washed in to the storm drains when it rains. Help protect our rivers, lakes and streams by fixing your oil leak. Check out the Don’t Drip and Drive website at www.fixcarleaks.org where you can find an ASA shop that will conduct a free oil leak inspection of your vehicle. 3-21-13
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Check out this website for some great ideas for a New Year’s resolution at your local business. Here are the Top 10 ways to avoid a violation and keep the environment clean. 12/20/12 http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/hwtr/shoptalkonline/current_issue/story_one.html
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Fats, oils and grease (FOG) from foods can clog the drains and pipelines. Instead of dumping it down a drain. Collect the FOGs in a container and dispose of it properly, in the trash or compost. Check out the City’s Newsletter for more information. 3-21-13
RETURN TO: City of Sumner Public Works Department - Pam 1104 Maple Street, Suite 260 Sumner WA 98390-1423 Please make no mark in the margin space - Reserved for County Auditor's use only.
TYPE OF DOCUMENT: GRANTOR(S): GRANTEE: LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ABBREVIATED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ASSESSOR TAXPARCEL I.D. No.: NAME OF PROJECT ADDRESS OF PROJECT PROJECT No.: Recording No:
Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities City of Sumner, a Municipal Corporation Page 6, Exhibit ‘A’ of this document
AGREEMENT TO MAINTAIN STORMWATER FACILITIES AND TO IMPLEMENT A POLLUTION SOURCE CONTROL PLAN THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this ______ day of _______________, 20___, by and between the CITY OF SUMNER, a municipal corporation hereinafter referred to as "City", and GANTOR NAME, (hereinafter referred to as "Owner"). WHEREAS, this agreement contains specific provisions with respect to maintenance of storm water facilities and use of pollution source control (BMPs). The authority to require maintenance and pollution source control is provided in Ordinance No. 1603; and WHEREAS, Owner owns the following-described real property situated in Pierce County, State of Washington, as set forth in Exhibit ‘A’, which is attached hereto and made a part hereof; and WHEREAS, Owner has constructed improvements including, but not limited to, building, pavement, and stormwater facilities on the above-described real property; now, therefore, For and in consideration of the mutual benefits to be derived therefrom, it is mutually agreed as follows: A. City and Owner enter into this agreement in order to further the goals of City to insure the protection and enhancement of City's water resources. The responsibilities of each party to this agreement are identified below: 1.Owner shall: R:\Development\SWMA- Stormwater Maintenance Agreements\SWMA Base\Stormwater Maintenance Ageement-corporation 7-10.doc Page 1 of 22
a) Implement the stormwater facility maintenance program included herein as Exhibit "1". b) Implement the pollution source control program included herein as Exhibit "2". c) Maintain a record (in the form of a log book) of steps taken to implement the programs referenced in "a" and "b" above. The log book shall be available for inspection by the City staff at Owner's business address: 196 Main Street. d) The log book shall catalog the action taken, who took it, when it was done, how it was done, and any problems encountered or follow-up actions recommended. Maintenance items ("problems") listed in Exhibit "1" shall be inspected on a monthly or more frequent basis, as necessary. Owner is encouraged to photocopy the individual checklists in Exhibit "1" and use them to complete its monthly inspections. These completed checklists would then, in combination, comprise the monthly log book. e) Submit an annual report to City regarding implementation of the programs referenced in "a" and "b" above. The report must be submitted on or before May 15th of each calendar year and shall contain, at a minimum, the following: (1)
Name, address and telephone number of the business, the person or the firm responsible for plan implementation, and the person completing the report.
(2)
Time period covered by the report.
(3)
A chronological summary of activities conducted to implement the programs referenced in "a" and "b" above. A photocopy of the applicable sections of the log book, with any additional explanation needed, shall normally suffice. For any activities conducted by paid parties not affiliated with Owner, include a copy of the invoice for services.
(4)
An outline of planned activities for the next year.
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2. City shall: a. Provide technical assistance to Owner in support of its operation and maintenance activities conducted pursuant to its maintenance and source control programs. Said assistance shall be provided upon request, and as City time and resources permit, at no charge to Owner. b. Review the annual report and conduct a minimum of one (1) site visit per year to discuss performance and problems with Owner. c. Review this agreement with Owner and if necessary consider reasonable modification hereto no more than once every three (3) years. B. Remedies: 1. If City determines that maintenance or repair work is required to be done to the stormwater facility existing on Owner's property, the Director of the Department of Public Works shall give the owner of the property within which the drainage facility is located, and the person or agent in control of said property, notice of the specific maintenance and/or repair required. The Director shall set a reasonable time in which such work is to be completed by the persons who were given notice. If the above required maintenance and/or repair is not completed within the time set by the Director, written notice will be sent to the persons who were given notice stating City's intention to perform such maintenance and bill Owner for all incurred expenses.
C.
2.
If at any time City determines that the existing system creates any eminent threat to public health or welfare, the Director may take immediate measures to remedy said threat. Under such circumstances no notice to the persons listed in B.1 above shall be required, but the City shall give the Owner immediate notice of the remedial measures so taken
3.
The persons listed in B.1 above shall assume all responsibility for the cost of any maintenance and for repairs to the stormwater facility. Such responsibility shall include reimbursement to City within thirty (30) days of the receipt of the invoice for any such work performed. Overdue payments will require payment of interest at the current legal rate for liquidated judgments. If legal action ensues, any costs or fees incurred by City will be borne by the parties responsible for said reimbursements.
4.
In the event Owner of the property fails to pay City within thirty (30) days from the date that the costs were incurred, City shall have the right to file a lien against the real property for all charges and expenses incurred. A lien specifying the expenses incurred and giving a legal description of the premises sought to be charged shall be filed with the County Auditor within ninety (90) days from the date of the completion of the work. The same may at any time thereafter be collected in the manner provided for foreclosure of mechanic's liens under the laws of the State of Washington. Intent:
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1. This agreement is intended to protect the value and desirability of the real property described above and to benefit all the citizens of the City. It shall run with the land and be binding on all parties having or acquiring from Owner or their successors, any right, title or interest in the property or any part thereof, as well as their title, or interest in the property or any part thereof, as well as their heirs, successors and assigns. They shall inure to the benefit of each present or future successor in interest of said property or any part thereof, or interest therein, and to the benefit of all citizens of City.
(Notary Acknowledgement on Next Page)
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said Grantor has caused this instrument to be executed this _________day of _____________________ , 20___ GRANTOR
Its: STATE OF WASHINGTION COUNTY OF PIERCE
Its: ) ) )
SS
On this _____ day of __ , 20 ___, before me a Notary Public in and for the State of Washington, personally appeared _______________________ and ____________________, of ________________________________________________, a corporation that executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged it to be the free and voluntary act of said corporation, for the uses and purposes mentioned in this instrument, and on oath stated that they were authorized to execute said instrument. -Notary Seal Must Appear Within This BoxIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal the day and year first above written.
Printed Name: NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State Washington, residing in the City of
My Commission Expires:
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CITY OF SUMNER
By:
By: David L. Enslow
STATE OF WASHINGTION COUNTY OF PIERCE
Mayor
John Galle ) ) )
City Administrator
SS
On this ____________________ day of ______________________________, 20___, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the State of Washington, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared David L. Enslow and John Galle, representing themselves as Mayor and City Administrator, respectively, of the City of Sumner, the municipal corporation that executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged the instrument to be the free and voluntary act and deed of said municipal corporation for the uses and purposes therein mentioned, and on oath stated that they are authorized to execute the same. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal the day and year first above written.
Printed Name: NOTARY PUBLIC in and for the State Washington, residing in the City of My Commission Expires:
Approved to Form:
ATTEST:
By:
By: Brett Vinson
City Attorney
Terri Berry
City Clerk
Approved by:
William L. Pugh, Public Works Director
TYPE OF DOCUMENT: GRANTOR(S): ABBREVIATED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ASSESSOR TAXPARCEL I.D. No.: NAME OF PROJECT ADDRESS OF PROJECT PROJECT No.:
Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities
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EXHIBIT ‘A’ – STORMWATER MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Legal Description
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EXHIBIT 1: MAINTENANCE PROGRAM – COVER SHEET TYPE OF DOCUMENT: GRANTOR(S): ABBREVIATED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ASSESSOR TAXPARCEL I.D. No.: NAME OF PROJECT ADDRESS OF PROJECT PROJECT No.: Recording No:
Inspection Period:
Agreement to Maintain Stormwater Facilities
ANNUALLY by May 15
Number of Sheets Attached: Date Inspected: On-site Contact Name (print) (REQUIRED) Site Contact Mailing Address:
Site Contact Telephone number: (REQUIRED) Site Contact email address: City inspection signature:
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EXHIBIT 1 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 1. Maintenance checklist for Catch Basins and Inlets Frequency
Drainage System Feature General
Y
N
NA
M, S
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Trash or debris in front of the catch basin opening. Is blocking capacity by more than 10%.
Trash, debris and sediment in or on basin
No trash or debris located immediately in front of catch basin opening. Grate is kept clean and allows water to enter. No sediment or debris in the catch basin. Catch basin is dug out and clean.
Sediment or debris (in the basin) that exceeds 1/3 depth from the bottom of basin to invert of the lowest pipe into or out of the basin. Trash or debris in any inlet or pipe blocking more than 1/3 of height.
M
M, S
Inlet and outlet pipes free of trash or debris.
Dead animals or vegetation that could generate odors that would cause complaints or dangerous gases (e.g., methane). Deposits of garbage exceeding 1 cubic foot in volume
M, S
M, S
M
M
M
A
A
A
M, S
M, S M, S M, S
No dead animals or vegetation present within the catch basin.
No condition present which would attract or support the breeding of insects or rodents. Frame is even with curb.
Corner of frame extends more than ¾ inch past curb face into the street (if applicable) Top slab has holes larger than 2 square inches or cracks wider than ¼ inch (intent is to make sure all material is running into the basin) Frame is not sitting flush on top slab i.e., separation of more than ¾ inch of the frame from the top slab.
Structural damage to frame and/or top slab.
Cracks wider than ½ inch and longer than 3 feet, any evidence of soil particles entering catch basin through cracks or maintenance person judges that structure is unsound. Cracks wider than ½ inch and longer than 1 foot at the joint of any inlet/outlet pipe or any evidence of soil particles entering catch basin through cracks.
Cracks in walls/bottom
Basin has settled more than 1 inch or has rotated more than 2 inches out of alignment.
Settlement/ Misalignment
Presence of chemicals such as natural gas, oil, or gasoline. Obnoxious color, odor, or sludge noted. Vegetation or roots growing in inlet/outlet pipe joints that are more than six inches tall and less than six inches apart. Vegetation growing across and blocking more than 10% of the basin opening. Non-flammable chemicals of more than ½ cubic foot per three feet of basin length.
Fire hazard or other pollution
Basin replaced or repaired to design standards. Contact a professional engineer for evaluation. No color, odor, or sludge. Basin is dug out and clean.
Outlet pipe is clogged with vegetation.
No vegetation or root growth present.
Vegetation
No vegetation blocking opening to basin. No pollution present other than surface film.
Top slab is free of holes and cracks.
Frame is sitting flush on top slab.
basin
Basin replaced or repaired to design standards. Contact a professional engineer for evaluation. No cracks more than ¼-inch wide at the joint of inlet/outlet pipe.
Pollution
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Comments:
1. Maintenance checklist for Catch Basins and Inlets (Continued) Frequency
M, S
Drainage System Feature Catch Basin Cover
Y
N
NA
A
A Ladder A M, S
Metal Grates (if applicable)
M, S
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Cover is missing or only partially in place. Any open catch basin requires maintenance. Mechanism cannot be opened by one maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts into frame have less than ½ inch of thread. One maintenance person cannot remove lid after applying 80 lbs of lift; intent is to keep cover from sealing off access to maintenance. Ladder is unsafe due to missing rungs, misalignment, rust, cracks, or sharp edges.
Cover not in place
Catch basin cover is closed.
Locking Mechanism Not Working
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Cover Difficult Remove
Cover can be removed by one maintenance person.
Trash and debris that is blocking more than 20% of grate surface. Grate missing or broken member(s) of the grate.
Trash and Debris
Ladder Rungs Unsafe
Damaged or Missing
to
Ladder meets design standards and allows maintenance person safe access. Grate free of trash and debris. Grate is in place and meets design standards.
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
Comments:
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2. Maintenance Checklist for Conveyance Systems Frequency
Drainage System Feature Pipes
Y
N
NA
M, S M A
M M Open Ditches M, S
M A M A Varies M, S
Catch Basins Swales
M
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 20% of the diameter of the pipe.
Sediment & debris
Pipe cleaned of all sediment and debris.
Vegetation that reduces free movement of water through pipes. Protective coating is damaged; rust is causing more than 50% deterioration to any part of pipe. Any dent that significantly impedes flow (i.e., decreases the cross section area of pipe by more than 20%) Pipe has major cracks or tears allowing groundwater leakage. Dumping of yard waste such as grass clippings and branches into basin. Unsightly accumulation of nondegradable materials such as glass, plastic, metal, foam, and coated paper. Accumulated sediment that exceeds 20% of the design depth Vegetation (e.g., weedy shrubs or saplings) that reduces free movement of water through ditches. See "Ponds" Checklist
Vegetation
All vegetation removed so water flows freely through pipes. Pipe repaired or replaced.
Damaged (rusted, bent, or crushed) Trash & debris Sediment buildup
Pipe repaired or replaced. Trash & debris
Remove trash and debris and dispose as prescribed by city Waste Management Section.
Sediment buildup
Ditch cleaned of all sediment and debris so that it matches design. Water flows freely through ditches. Grassy vegetation should be left alone. See “Ponds” Checklist.
Vegetation
Erosion damage to slopes Rock lining out of place or missing (if applicable)
Maintenance person can see native soil beneath the rock lining. See "Catch Basins" Checklist See above for "Ditches" See above for "Ditches"
Trash & debris Sediment Buildup
Grass cover is sparse and weedy or areas are overgrown with woody vegetation.
Vegetation not growing or overgrown.
See Ponds Checklist
Erosion damage slopes Conversion homeowner incompatible use
M
M, S
Swale has been filled in or blocked by shed, woodpile, shrubbery, etc. M
Water stands in swale or flow velocity is very slow. Stagnation occurs. A
Pipe repaired or replaced.
Swale does not drain.
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Replace rocks to design standard. See “Catch Basins” Checklist. See above for “Ditches”. Vegetation may need to be replanted after cleaning. Aerate soils and reseed and mulch bare areas. Maintain grass height at minimum of 6 inches for best stormwater treatment or a minimum of 2 inches above the design flow depth. Remove woody growths, recontour, and reseed as necessary. See Ponds Checklist. If possible, speak with homeowner and request that swale be restored. Contact City to report a problem if not rectified voluntarily. A survey may be needed to check grades. Grades need to be in 1-5% range if possible. If grade is less than 1% underdrains may need to be installed.
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
Comments:
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3. Maintenance checklist for Ponds. Frequency
Drainage System Feature General
Y
N
NA
M, S
M, S
M
M, S
M
M
M M
A
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Any trash and debris which exceeds 1 cubic foot per 1000 square feet (this is about equal to the amount of trash it would take to fill up one standard size office garbage can). In general, there should be no visual evidence of dumping. Bar screen over outlet more than 25% covered by debris or missing.
Trash & debris buildup in pond
Trash and debris cleared from site.
Trash rack plugged or missing
Replace screen. Remove trash and debris and dispose as prescribed by City Waste Management Section. Remove poisonous vegetation. Do not spray chemicals on vegetation without obtaining guidance from the Cooperative Extension Service and approval from the City. Find sources of pollution and eliminate them. Water is free from noticeable color, odor or contamination.
Any poisonous vegetation which may constitute a hazard to the public. Examples of poisonous vegetation include: tansy ragwort, poison oak, stinging nettles, devils club.
Poisonous Vegetation
Oil, gasoline, or other contaminants of one gallon or more or any amount found that could: 1) cause damage to plant, animal, or marine life; 2) constitute a fire hazard; or 3) be flushed downstream during rain storms. Presence of chemicals such as natural gas, obnoxious color, odor, or sludge noted. For grassy ponds, gross cover is sparse and weedy or is overgrown. For wetland ponds, plants are sparse or invasive species are present. Wetland ponds must be kept wet--water frequently in summer.
Fire hazard or pollution
Any evidence of rodent holes if facility is acting as a dam or berm., or any evidence of water piping through dam or berm via rodent holes. Dams resulting in a change or function of the facility When insects such as wasps and hornets interfere with maintenance activities, or when mosquitoes become a nuisance. Tree growth does not allow maintenance access or interfere with maintenance activity (i.e., slope mowing, silt removal, or equipment movements). If trees are not interfering with access, leave trees alone.
Rodent holes
Vegetation not growing or is overgrown.
For grassy ponds, selectively thatch, aerate and reseed ponds. Grass cutting unnecessary unless dictated by aesthetics. For wetland ponds, hand-plant nursery-grown wetland plants in bare areas. Pond bottoms should have uniform dense coverage of desired plant species. Rodents destroyed and dam or berm repaired.
Beaver Dam
Rodents and dam/berm removed.
Insects
Insects destroyed or removed from site.
Tree growth
Trees do not hinder maintenance activities. Selectively cultivate trees such as alder for firewood.
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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3. Maintenance checklist for Ponds (Continued) Frequency
Drainage System Feature Side Slopes of Pond
Y
N
NA
M
Storage Area M Pond Dikes
A
Emergency overflow spillway
A
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Check around inlets and outlets for signs of erosion. Check berms for signs of sliding or settling. Action is needed where eroded damage over 2 inches deep and where there is potential for continued erosion.
Erosion on berms or at entrance/exit.
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 10% of the designed pond depth. Buried or partially buried outlet structure probably indicates significant sediment deposits. Any part of dike which has settled 4 inches lower than the design elevation. Only one layer of rock exists above native soil in area 5 square feet or larger, or any exposure of native soil.
Sediment pond.
Find causes of erosion and eliminate them. Then slopes should be stabilized by using appropriate erosion control measure(s); e.g., rock reinforcement, planting of grass, compaction. Sediment cleaned out to designed pond shape and depth; pond reseeded if necessary to control erosion. Dike should be built back to the design elevation. Replace rocks to design standards.
buildup
in
Settlement Rock Missing
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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4. Maintenance Checklist for Infiltration Systems Frequency M, S M M, S
Drainage System Feature General
M M M Storage Area M
M
M, S
M, S
Filter Bags Rock Filters
M, S
Y
N
NA
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3
Trash & Debris Poisonous Vegetation Pollution Unmowed Grass/ Ground Cover Rodent Holes Insects Sediment
See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3
See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 A percolation test-pit or test of facility indicates facility is only working at 90% of its designed capabilities. Sheet cover is visible and has more than three 1/4 – inch holes in it. Any sediment and debris filling vault to 10% of depth from sump bottom to bottom of outlet pipe or obstructing flow into the connector pipe. Sediment and debris fill bag more than ½ full. By visual inspection, little or no water flows through the filter during heavy rain storms.
Sheet Cover (if applicable) Sump Filled with Sediment and Debris (if applicable) Filled with Sediment and Debris Sediment and Debris
See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 See “Ponds” Standard No. 3 Sediment is removed and/or facility is cleaned so that infiltration system works according to design. Sheet cover repaired or replaced. Clean out sump to design depth.
Replace filter bag or redesign system. Replace gravel in rock filter.
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5. Access Roads/Easements Frequency W
Drainage System Feature General
Y
N
NA
W M, S
W, S Road Surface M
Shoulders Ditches
M, S
and
M Pavement Markings
SA
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Road shall be swept weekly.
Trash and Debris
Debris which could damage vehicle tires (glass or metal) Any obstructions which reduce clearance above road surface to less than 14 feet. Any obstructions restricting the access to a 10-to-20 -foot width for a distance of more than 12 feet or any point restricting access to less than a 10-foot width. When any surface defect exceeds 6inches in depth and 6 square feet in area. In general, any surface defect which hinders or prevents maintenance access. Weeds growing in the road surface that are more than 6 inches tall and less than 6 inches apart within a 400-square foot area. Erosion within 1 foot of the roadway more than 8 inches wide and 6 inches deep. Weeds and brush exceed 18 inches in height or hinder maintenance access.
Blocked Roadway
Trash and debris cleared from site. Roadway free of debris which could damage tires. Roadway overhead clear to 14 feet high. Obstruction removed to allow at least a 12 foot access.
Pavement marks shall be painted yearly.
Settlement, Potholes, Mush, Spots, Ruts
Road surface uniformly smooth with no evidence of settlement, potholes, mush spots or ruts.
Vegetation Surface
Road surface free to weeds taller than 2 inches.
in
Road
Erosion Damage
Shoulder free of erosion and matching the surrounding road.
Weeds and Brush
Weeds and brush cut to 2 inches in height or cleared in such a way as to allow maintenance access. All pavement markings to be obvious.
Faded Marks
Key: SA = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly W = Weekly (see schedule) S = After major storms.
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6. Maintenance Checklist for Closed Detention Systems (Pipes/Tanks) Frequency
M
Drainage System Feature Storage Area (Pipe/Tank)
Y
N
NA
M
A A Manhole M, S
A
A
A
A
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
One-half of the end area of a vent is blocked at any point with debris and sediment. Plugged vent can cause storage area to collapse. Accumulated sediment depth exceeds 15% of diameter. Example: 72-inch storage tank would require cleaning when sediment reaches depth of 10 inches. Any crack allowing material to leak into facility. Any part of tank/pipe is noticeably bent out of shape.
Plugged air vents (small pipe that connects catch basin to storage pipe)
Vents free of debris and sediment.
Debris and Sediment
Cover is missing or only partially in place. Any open manhole requires maintenance. Mechanism cannot be opened by one maintenance person with proper tools. Bolts into frame have less than ½-inch of thread (may not apply to self-locking lids). Control device is not working properly due to missing, out of place, or bent orifice plate. One maintenance person cannot remove lid after applying 80 pounds of lift. Intent is to keep cover from sealing off access to maintenance. Maintenance person judges that ladder is unsafe due to missing rungs, misalignment, not securely attached to structure, rust, or cracks.
Cover not in place.
All sediment and debris removed from storage area. Contact City Public Works for guidance on sediment removal and disposal. All joints between tank/pipe sections are sealed. Tank/pipe repaired or replaced to design. Contact a professional engineer for evaluation. Manhole is closed.
Locking mechanism not working
Mechanism opens with proper tools.
Damaged or Missing
Plate is in place and works as designed.
Joints between tank/pipe sections. Tank/pipe bent out of shape.
Cover remove.
difficult
Ladder rungs unsafe
to
Cover can be removed and reinstalled by one maintenance person. Ladder meets design standards and allows maintenance persons safe access.
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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7. Maintenance Checklist for Control Structure/Flow Restrictor (structure that controls rate at which water exits facility) Frequency
Drainage System Feature Structure
Y
N
NA
M
A
A A
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Distance between debris buildup and bottom of orifice plate is less than 1 ½ feet Structure is not securely attached to manhole wall and outlet pipe structure should support at least 1,000 pounds of up or down pressure. Structure is not in upright position (allow up to 10% from plumb). Connections to outlet pipe are not watertight and show signs of rust.
Trash and debris (includes sediment)
All trash and debris removed.
Structural damage
Structure securely attached to wall and outlet pipe.
Any holes (other than designed holes) in the structure. Cleanout gate is not watertight or is missing. Gate cannot be moved up and down by one maintenance person. Chain leading to gate is missing or damaged. Gate is rusted over 50% of its surface.
M Cleanout Gate
M, S
Conditions to Check For
A M, S A
Any trash, debris, sediment, or vegetation blocking the plate. Any trash or debris blocking (or having the potential of blocking) the overflow pipe.
M, S Overflow Pipe M, S
Structure in correct position.
Damaged or missing
Obstructions Obstructions
Connections to outlet pipe are watertight; structure repaired or replaced and works as designed. Structure has no holes other than designed holes. Gate is watertight and works as designed. Gates moves up and down easily and is watertight. Chain is in place and works as designed. Gate is repaired or replaced to meet design standards. Plate is free of all obstructions and works as designed. Pipe is free of all obstructions and works as designed.
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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7a. Maintenance Checklist for Pump System Frequency M
Drainage System Feature Pump Wetwell Pump switches Pumps
M M
Y
N
NA
float
Pumps
A
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Probe for sediment and check for floating debris. Are the floats caught-up or intertwined.
Trash & Debris Includes sediment Red alarm light
Check amp draw. If high, pull pump.
Pumps are kicking out
Pull pump and check oil reservoir to see if there is water.
Pumps are not pumping as they should.
All trash, debris, and sediment to be removed. Floats should hang freely and at the proper spacing. Full load amps should be less than 6.9 amps. Replace oil annually and seals and/or bearing if necessary.
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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8. Maintenance Checklist for Energy Dissipaters Frequency
Drainage System Feature Rock Pad
Y
N
NA
A Rock-filled trench for the discharge from pond Dispersion Trench
A
M
Conditions to Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Only one layer of rock exists above native soil in area 5 square feet or larger, or any exposure of native soil. Trench is not full of rock.
Missing or moved rock
Replace rocks to design standard.
Missing or moved rock
Add large rock (+30 lb. Each) so that rock is visible above edge of trench.
Pipe plugged with sediment Perforations plugged
Pipe cleaned/flushed.
Not discharging water properly
Trench must be redesigned or rebuilt to standard. Elevation of lip of trench should be the same (flat) at all points. Facility must be rebuilt or redesigned to standards. Pipe is probably plugged or damaged and needs replacement. Stabilize slope with grass or other vegetation, or rock if conditions is severe.
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 20% of the design depth. Over ½ of perforations in pipe are plugged with debris and sediment. Visual evidence of water at concentrated points along trench (normal condition is a "sheet flow" of water along trench). Intent is to prevent erosion damage. Maintenance person observes water flowing out during any storm less than the design storm or it is causing or appears likely to cause damage. Water in receiving area is causing or has potential of causing landslide.
M
M, S
M, S
M, S
Water flows out top of “distribution” catch basin Receiving saturated.
area
over-
Clean or replace perforated pipe.
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9. Maintenance Checklist for Fencing/Shrubbery Screen/Other Landscaping Frequency
Drainage System Feature General
M
M, S
M Wire Fences
A
Y
N
NA
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Any debris in the fence or screen that permits easy entry to a facility.
Missing or broken parts/dead shrubbery
Erosion has resulted in an opening under a fence that allows entry by people or pets. Shrubbery is growing out of control or is infested with weeds.
Erosion
Posts out of plumb more than 6 inches.
Damaged parts
Fence is mended or shrubs replaced to form a solid barrier to entry. Replace soil under fence so that no opening exceeds 4 inches in height. Shrubbery is trimmed and weeded to provide appealing aesthetics. Do not use chemicals to control weeds. Posts plumb to within 1 ½ inches of plumb. Top rail free of bends greater than 1 inch Fence is aligned and meets design standards.
Unruly vegetation
Top rails bent more than 6 inches.
A
Any part of fence (including posts, top rails, and fabric) more than 1 foot out of design alignment. Missing or loose tension wire.
A A
Missing or loose barbed wire that is sagging more than 2 ½ inches between posts. Extension arm missing, broken, or bent out of shape more than 1 ½ inches. Part or parts that have a rusting or scaling condition that has affected structural adequacy. Openings in fabric are such that an 8inch diameter ball could fit through.
A A A M
Tension wire in place and holding fabric. Barbed wire in place with less than ¾-inch sag between posts.
Deteriorated paint protective coating. Opening in fabric.
or
Extension arm in place with no bends larger than ¾ inch. Structurally adequate posts or parts with a uniform protective coating. No openings in fabric.
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A = Annual (March or April preferred) M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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10. Maintenance Checklist for Grounds (Landscaping) Frequency M
Drainage System Feature General
Y
N
NA
M M, S
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Weeds growing in more that 20% of the landscaped area (trees and shrubs only). Any presence of poison ivy or other poisonous vegetation or insect nests. See Ponds Checklist Noticeable rills are seen in landscaped areas.
Weeds (nonpoisonous)
Weeds present in less than 5% of the landscaped area. No poisonous vegetation or insect nests present in landscaped area. See Ponds Checklist Causes of erosion are identified and steps taken to slow down/spread out the water. Eroded areas are filled, contoured, and seeded. Trim trees/shrubs to restore shape. Replace trees/shrubs with severe damage.
Safety hazard Trash or litter Erosion of Surface
Ground
M, S
Trees shrubs
A
and
Limbs or parts of trees or shrubs that are split or broken which affect more than 25% of the total foliage of the tree or shrub. Trees or shrubs that have been blown down or knocked over.
M
Damage
Replant tree, inspecting for injury to stem or roots. Replace if severely damaged. Place stakes and rubber-coated ties around young trees/shrubs for support.
Trees or shrubs which are not adequately supported or are leaning over, causing exposure of the roots.
A
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11. Maintenance Checklist for Bioretention Facilities Frequency
Drainage System Feature General
Y
N
NA
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Established vegetation with a minimum 80% survival rate.
Drought or drowning
Maintain proper flow of stormwater from paved/impervious areas to bioretention facility. Weeds growing in more that 20% of the landscaped area. Bare soils where mulch is missing.
Flow path blocked or detoured
Watering may be required during prolonged dry periods, even after plants are established. Replant vegetation for poor performing plants and/or barren soils. Remove debris and re-direct water to inlet/entrance.
Any trash, debris, sediment, or vegetation blocking or clogging infrastructure. Vegetation clogging/blocking inlet and overflow infrastructures. Sediment build up clogging infrastructure
Trash/debris
BA
BA, S BA A BA A
Rock filled trench/pad
A A
BA
Maintain proper infiltration rates and drainage. Check under-drains. Check around inlets, outlets and sidewalls for signs of erosion. Check berms for signs of sliding or settling. Action is needed where eroded damage over 2 inches deep and where there is potential for continued erosion.
Evasive vegetation
Sediment
Remove undesired weeds and vegetation. Replace mulch to a depth of 2-3 inches. Remove all trash and debris from bioretention area. Remove vegetation within 1 foot of inlets and outfalls. Remove sediment and replace soil, vegetation and mulch layer where erosion is visible. Clean/Jet under-drains. Remove sediment and re-grade side slopes. Replant and mulch where barren soils are exposed.
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Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) BA = Bi-Annual M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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12. Maintenance Checklist for Permeable Pavement Frequency
Drainage System Feature General
Y
N
NA
M Eco-Stone Pavers
M, S
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Accumulated sediment and debris deposits clogging pavement and reducing infiltration rate.
Sediment deposits
Plant vegetation or mulch on exposed soils. Use street sweeper with vacuum to clean surface or pressure washer. Plant vegetation or mulch on exposed soils. Use street sweeper with vacuum to clean surface or pressure washer. Replace individual broken pavers. Remove weeds manually. Do not apply herbicides.
Accumulated sediment and debris deposits clogging pavers and reducing infiltration rate.
M
Pavers have cracks or are broken. Weeds growing in between pavers
A
Damage Weeds
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) BA = Bi-Annual M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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13. Maintenance Checklist for Vegetated Roof Surfaces Frequency BA
Drainage System Feature Drainage
Y
N
NA
BA General
BA BA
Conditions To Check For
Problem
Conditions That Should Exist
Accumulated sediment that exceeds 20% of the diameter of the pipe. Vegetation that reduces free movement of water through pipes.
Trash and debris
Inspect fire ventilation points for proper operation. Maintain easy access to ventilation points.
Fire & Safety
Remove soil substrate, vegetation and debris. No vegetation blocking opening to basin. Remove all vegetation blocking flow. No damage to fire ventilation structures. Access to ventilation and Fire & Safety structures is not blocked or damaged. Fix all damaged and leaking mechanisms and remove all pet waste.
Presence of chemicals, fertilizers or contaminants from mechanical systems, weed control, or pet access.
M
Key: A = Annual (March or April preferred) BA = Bi-Annual M = Monthly S = After major storms.
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EXHIBIT 2 POLLUTION SOURCE CONTROL PROGRAM WHAT ARE POLLUTION SOURCE CONTROLS, AND WHY ARE THEY NEEDED? Pollution source controls are actions taken by a person or business to reduce the amount of pollution reaching surface and ground waters. Controls, also called "best management practices" (BMPs), include: •
Altering the activity (e.g., substitute non-toxic products, recycle used oil, reroute floor drains to sanitary sewer from storm sewer).
•
Enclosing or covering the activity (e.g., building a roof)
•
Segregating the activity (e.g., diverting runoff away from an area that is contaminated)
•
Routing runoff from the activity to a treatment alternative (e.g., to a wastewater treatment facility, sanitary sewer, or stormwater treatment area).
Pollution source controls are needed because of the contamination found in runoff from commercial areas and the effect of this contamination on aquatic life and human health. Research on urban runoff in the Puget Sound area and elsewhere has found oil and grease, nutrients, organic substances, toxic metals, bacteria, viruses, and sediments at unacceptable levels. Effects of contaminated runoff include closure of shellfish harvesting areas and swimming areas, mortality of young fish and other aquatic organisms, tumors on fish, and impairment of fish reproduction. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DESCRIPTION: Presented here are the remaining service businesses including theaters; hotels/motels; finance, banking, hospitals and medical services; nursing homes, schools and universities, and legal, financial and engineering services. MATERIALS USED AND WASTES GENERATED: The primary concern is runoff from parking areas. Stormwater from parking lots will contain undesirable concentrations of oil and grease, suspended particulates, and metals such as lead, cadmium, and zinc. It will also contain the organic byproducts of engine combustion. Some also produce Dangerous Wastes, for example, hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical services. These materials are stored within the building until disposal. REQUIRED ACTIONS: The following actions shall be taken to ensure that pollution generated on site shall be minimized: R:\Development\SWMA- Stormwater Maintenance Agreements\SWMA Base\Stormwater Maintenance Ageement-corporation 7-10.doc Page 21 of 22
1.
Warning signs (e.g., "Dump No Waste--Drains to Stream") shall be painted or embossed on or adjacent to all storm drain inlets. They shall be repainted as needed.
2.
Parking lots shall be swept when necessary to remove debris and, at a minimum, twice a year. Use of newer model high-velocity vacuum sweepers is recommended as they are more effective in removing the more harmful smaller particles from paved surfaces.
3.
Sediment removed from ponds/catch basins shall be disposed of in a proper manner. Contact the City for instruction prior to completing this task.
4.
No activities shall be conducted on site that is likely to result in short-term highconcentration discharge of pollution to the stormwater system. Such activities may include, but are not limited to; vehicle washing, vehicle maintenance, and cleaning of equipment used in the periodic maintenance of buildings and paved surfaces.
5.
Employees shall receive basic instruction regarding the control of pollution from commercial operations. Contact the Public Works Department at (253) 863-8300.
6.
Medical offices with high volume customer contacts have potential to influence individuals' water quality practices. Owners are encouraged to have informational brochures provided by the City (see Item 5 above) available in waiting rooms.
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VII. Information Collection, BMP Evaluation, and Monitoring Complete Part C for all annual reports. C. Changes in BMPs or objectives (S8.B)
If any of the BMPs or objectives is being changed, list the old BMP and objective, the new BMP and objective, and a justification for the change below. (S8.B.2., and S9) NOTE: You may choose to attach additional documentation justifying Changes in BMPs or objectives. Note such attachments in the Justification for change field. Old BMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Old Objective
New BMP
New Objective
No Changes
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Justification for Change