What stormwater management charges pay for
Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Stormwater Management Charges
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Each dollar of stormwater management charge pays for the following services:
Plan, Design, Construct and Finance Stormwater Management Facilities - $0.51
- Plan, design, engineer, inspect and manage projects to construct new stormwater management facilities or replace old facilities
- Pay debt service of construction bonds
Operate and Maintain Stormwater Management Facilities and Treat Stormwater Runoff - $0.28
- Repair and maintain stormwater pipes, ditches, culverts, sumps, sedimentation manholes, water pollution control facilities and ponds
Restore Watershed and Environmental Health - $0.13
- Administer federal, state and local environmental regulations
- Engage citizens in local planning and public education efforts
- Identify capital requirements for stormwater management and natural habitat restoration
- Initiate projects to clean up the Portland Harbor Superfund site
Prevent Pollution/Ensure New Developments Meet Stormwater Management Standards - $0.08
- Inspect and monitor private activities that pose a pollution risk to the environment
- Review and approve private development plans