Quotes About Stormwater

Trees help reduce storm water runoff by intercepting falling rain and holding a portion of it on the leaves and bark. A mature tree can hold 100 gallons of water on its many surfaces during a rainstorm. Part of this water soon evaporates and the rest is gradually released into the soil below.

Investing in sewer and stormwater infrastructure is a top priority for my administration, because it's good for both our environment and the economy.