City Of Hopkins issued the following announcement on May 25.
Adopt-a-Drain this summer! The simple act of sweeping up around a storm drain protects local lakes and rivers by preventing trash and organic pollutants from entering our shared waterways.
Things like leaves, grass and dirt contain phosphorus, which feeds the algae that turn lakes and rivers green. This algae prevents oxygen from reaching the bottom and chokes out native plants and animals. Sweeping up around drains will help create healthier habitat for all the plants and creatures that depend on our waterways.
Residents can sign up to adopt a storm drain at Adopt-a-Drain.org. Simply create an account with your name and address to claim your storm drain. Once you’ve signed up, Adopt-a-Drain will send you tips on how to clean up safely.
When you adopt a storm drain, you become part of Adopt-a-Drain’s network, which invites you to share stories and photos with neighbors through social media, encouraging others to take action on behalf of local waterways.
The quantity of debris you collect will inform annual reports on the collective impact we’ve had on local lakes and streams through the Adopt-a-Drain program.
Learn more and sign-up at https://mn.adopt-a-drain.org/.
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Source: City Of Hopkins
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