Phase II BMP & Measurable Goal Examples
PUBLIC INVOVLEMENT/PARTICIPATION MINIMUM MEASURE
An involved public will be more likely to support a stormwater program both in terms of helping implement the program and paying for it in the long run.
Hypothetical Case Study: Smalltown, USA, has decided to organize a steering committee to help in both the development and implementation of their stormwater program. The City has also decided to hold a coordination meeting among key stakeholders every year to discuss how the stormwater program is functioning and how it can be improved.
Minimum Measure Objective: Involve stakeholder groups, including local governments, businesses, and citizens, in making decisions about stormwater management priorities and programs.
BMP: Establish a NPDES stormwater steering committee
Measurable Goal: The NPDES Stormwater Steering committee is established at least 6 months before the NOI is submitted and meets quarterly before and during the permit term. Membership includes representatives from the City, public, industrial and commercial groups, and construction/developer groups.
Justification: Involving stakeholders early on in the stormwater management planning process will improve support for programs because the stakeholders will be able to voice their concerns and suggestions before the program is finalized.
BMP: Hold public meetings to receive input on the proposed program
Measurable goal: Three public meetings will be held on the City’s proposed stormwater management program before it is finalized.
Justification: Public meetings are an excellent way to inform citizens about stormwater impacts in addition to gaining support for the proposed stormwater management program. Key issues, especially those that directly affect the public, can be described during these meetings to increase awareness about citizen responsibility, costs, and expected benefits.
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