Monterey Regional Storm Water Management Program (MRSWMP)

Monterey Regional Storm Water Management Program (MRSWMP)

As our rainy season approaches, we would like to remind you that the City of Del Rey Oaks is a permitted member of the Monterey Regional Storm Water Management Program (MRSWMP).  One of the Regional Storm Water Permit Program responsibilities is to properly manage urban runoff and storm water that drains into the Monterey Bay via the storm drain system, and to prevent pollutants entering the storm drain system (oil, carpet cleaning wastewater, auto detailing soaps and rinse water, restaurant mat and trash area wash down, pesticides/fertilizers from landscapes, etc.).  ALL storm drains flow directly to either the Monterey Bay or other water bodies throughout the area; they do not go through a treatment process prior to draining to the sea water bodies. Only rain should go into storm drains.Del Rey Oaks is also responsible for implementation of the City's annual storm water program, with assistance from our regional program manager, and compliance with the State's storm water regulations utilizing best management practices (BMPs) to meet measurable goals outlined in our adopted storm water plan.

You as our residents have a crucial role in our Storm Water Program. These include:

• Report any foreign liquids or solids you see in the City gutters or streets, or entering the storm drain system to the Police Department at (831) 375-8525. Some examples would be paint, fuel, concrete wash off, sewage & debris, including litter, etc. Also report anyone you see dumping fluids or sweeping lawn debris/leaves into storm drains.

• If you see any liquid coming out of a manhole, report it immediately to the Police Department at (831) 375-8525.

• Please keep the gutter in front of your home free of leaves, pine needles and other debris, minimize the usage of pesticides or fertilizers, and minimize lawn irrigation to prevent runoff and water waste.

• Do not change the oil or other fluids of your vehicle in the street and ensure your car does not leak oil onto the street (if parked on the street).

• Move your vehicle out of the street on street sweeping days (Usually the first Wednesday of each month).