Protecting Water Quality: Simple Steps You Can Take
Manage Pet Waste Responsibly - Protect Water Quality and Public Health
Proper pet waste management is vital for clean waterways and public health. Pet waste can introduce harmful bacteria and nutrients into storm drains during rainfall, contaminating local streams, beaches, and oceans. Cleaning up pet waste from yards and disposing of it responsibly helps prevent pollution and protect public health.
Learn more on our Pet Waste Management page to see how you can make a difference!
Host an Eco-Friendly Car Wash - Borrow a drain insert to prevent harmful runoff
Did you know that the water from fundraising car wash events can carry pollutants like soap, oil, grease, and heavy metals directly into our storm drains, polluting local creeks and waterways? When untreated car wash water enters storm drains, it flows directly into rivers, lakes, and oceans, negatively impacting water quality and harming aquatic life. Even biodegradable soaps can be harmful to the environment, making it essential to prevent this runoff from reaching the stormwater system.
To help your organization host an environmentally friendly car wash, the city offers drain inserts that can be borrowed for use during fundraising events. These inserts prevent harmful runoff from entering storm drains, keeping our local waters clean. Contact us today! Call 707-933-2229 or email ianderson@sonomacity.org to reserve a drain insert and protect the environment while supporting your cause!
Explore Additional Resources
Looking to take action in protecting water quality and reducing pollution? Check out our library of downloadable resources tailored for both residential and commercial activities. These PDFs offer practical tips and best practices for various tasks, from ash cleanup to vehicle maintenance, and guidance for businesses like restaurants, wineries, and mobile services. Each resource is available in English and Spanish, making it easy to find information that fits your needs.
Discover how simple changes can make a big difference in keeping our waterways clean and safe! Download the guides below to get started.
Residential
- Ash Cleanup - English or Spanish
- Car Washing - English or Spanish
- Carpet Cleaning - English or Spanish
- Erosion Controls - English or Spanish
- Home Improvement - English or Spanish
- Painting - English or Spanish
- Pools - English or Spanish
- Power Washer Guidelines (English)
- Rain Ready - English or Spanish
- Storm Drains (English)
- Vehicle Maintenance - English or Spanish
Commercial:
- Apartment Complexes - English or Spanish
- Autobody Repair - English or Spanish
- Auto Detailers - English or Spanish
- Auto Parts Store - English or Spanish
- Auto Repair Shops - English or Spanish
- Car Washes - English or Spanish
- Dental Offices - English or Spanish
- Food Trucks - English or Spanish
- Gas Stations - English or Spanish
- Home Improvement Centers - English or Spanish
- Hotels and Motels - English or Spanish
- Kitchen Hood Cleaning - English or Spanish
- Mobile Auto Detailing - English or Spanish
- Mobile Pet Groomers - English or Spanish
- Mobile Power Washing - English or Spanish
- Nurseries - English or Spanish
- Painters - English or Spanish
- Pet Feed Stores - English or Spanish
- Portable Toilets - English or Spanish
- Restaurants - English or Spanish
- Supermarkets - English or Spanish
- Wineries and Breweries - English or Spanish