(A) Whereas, uncontrolled stormwater drainage/discharge may have a significant adverse impact on the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the town. More specifically, surface water runoff can carry pollutants and sediment into receiving waters. Potential impacts include:
(2) Posing significant health risks through an increase in bacteria and toxic materials;
(3) Accelerating eutrophication of receiving waters by introducing excessive nutrients;
(4) Increasing metal deposits creating toxicity for aquatic life;
(5) Reducing oxygen levels because of oil, grease and organic matter;
(6) Affecting animal and plant life, adversely, due to changing temperatures of receiving waters; and
(7) Accumulating excess sediment and/or debris that limit the function of flood control infrastructure.
(B) Whereas, the adverse water quantity and quality consequences described above may result in substantial economic losses. Potential losses include, but are not limited to, increased drinking water and wastewater treatment costs, diminished property values, as well as state and federal fines associated with water quality violations.
(C) Whereas, every parcel of property, both private and public, either uses or benefits from the town's stormwater system.
(D) Whereas, current and anticipated growth will contribute to and increase the need for an effective stormwater system.
(Ord. 2004-SW-02, passed 11-9-04)