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Public Education and Involvement
Public Education
Programs and activities to inform the public about stormwater impacts.
Educational Materials
- Brochures and fact sheets
- Newsletters and social media
- Educational displays
- Website content
School Programs
- Classroom presentations
- Field trips to stormwater facilities
- Student monitoring projects
- Teacher training workshops
Public Participation
Opportunities for citizens to participate in stormwater program development and implementation.
Community Programs
- Storm drain marking
- Stream cleanup events
- Citizen monitoring programs
- Advisory committees
Public Input
- Public meetings and hearings
- Watershed planning workshops
- Online feedback forms
- Community surveys
Measuring Success
- Track number of materials distributed
- Monitor participation in events and programs
- Conduct surveys to assess awareness
- Document feedback and suggestions received
- Evaluate behavior changes over time