Pollution Prevention
People's lifestyles can contribute to pollution of water resources. A new interagency advertising campaign highlights three ways the average person can prevent pollution. The 30-second T.V. spot and the 60-second radio spot (in English and in Spanish) will run from March 31 through May 4.
Partners for a Clean Community PSAs
Follow the links below for the "Partners for a Clean Community" member agencies' information on recycling and pollution prevention. Click here to find used oil collection centers near you.
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) - 'Don't Trash California' public awareness campaign.
City of Clovis - Curbside recycling program for used motor oil and recyclable materials (paper, plastic, cans).
City of Fresno - Curbside recycling program for used motor oil and recyclable materials (paper, plastic, cans).
County of Fresno - Curbside recycling program for used motor oil and recyclable materials (paper, plastic, cans) + household hazardous waste disposal.
Here are tips on preventing stormwater pollution at home:
Be a smart gardener
- Buy the least toxic home and garden products.
- Buy only the amount you need and properly store leftovers for later use.
- Apply products sparingly and follow label instructions.
- Do not apply lawn or garden chemicals when rain is forecast.
- Rinse lawn and garden chemical containers three times; each time, pour the rinse water into the applicator and use it in your last application of the product.
- Give unwanted chemicals to someone who can properly use them, or take them to a household hazardous waste collection event.
- Sweep sidewalks and patios, rather than hosing them down. Compost leaves and clippings, or dispose of them in the green waste bin.
- Shovel animal wastes into a bag, seal it and place it in the garbage.
- You can learn how you can help protect your water through integrated pest management and download copies of less toxic pest info cards by going to UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Fresno County, or email your questions to mgfresno@ucdavis.edu.
Conserve water use in your yard
- Over watering moves pollutants such as weed killers and fertilizers off your lawn and into creeks, canals and the San Joaquin River. Do your part by adjusting your sprinklers monthly and make sure they are in good operating condition.
- Click here for more information on water conservation in the City of Fresno.
- Click here for more information on water conservation in the City of Clovis.
- Click here to see how much water your lawn needs.
Maintain your vehicle
Paint with care
- Never wash paints or painting equipment residue into the street!
- If you use water-based paint, the rollers, brushes, and equipment must be rinsed in a sink.
- Avoid oil-based paint. Unwanted oil-based paint, varnishes, and used thinner must be taken to a household hazardous waste collection event. Save and reuse thinner whenever possible. Empty and dry paint containers can be disposed of in the garbage.
More things you can do
- Reduce, reuse, and recycle!
- Throw all trash and litter into covered trash containers.
- Volunteer to stencil storm drains with "No Dumping" signs. The District can supply everything you need. See Clean Storm Water Community Services or contact us for stenciling supplies and more information about storm water pollution and prevention.
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