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a designated, predictable funding source for our stormwater needs is now critical. We can no longer depend on short-term solutions to a long-term problem. |
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| Roanoke’s Stormwater System |
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Solutions range from individual citizen participation to large-scale stormwater projects, but any real solution will require a reasonable level of funding and focused effort.
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A few methods that can address the runoff problems include:
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- Funding of major drainage projects and upgrades
- Construction of stormwater retention ponds and other facilities which will retain stormwater on-site
- Use of alternative (or permeable) pavement that allows more water to soak into the ground
- Installing plants and trees and other vegetation to capture rain water
- More frequent street cleaning
- Fabric fence use during construction to prevent sediment from entering the storm drains
- “Green” (or planted) roof systems to minimize roof runoff
- Keeping leaves, oil, and other chemicals out of the stormwater system
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| Solutions vary, but our stormwater system is past the point where small changes will have a sufficient impact. That said, it is important to encourage everyone to do his or her part. |
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