Stormwater Advisory Group MeetingApril 19, 2017
MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEMStormwater Management Program Updates
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Agenda
1. MS4 Program Overview
2. Legal Authority/Local Laws
3. Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) Development
a. Control of Floatable and Settleable Trash and Debris and Media Campaign
b. Public Education and Outreach
4. Q&A
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MS4 Program Overview
MS4 Outfalls: 357
MS4 Drainage Area: 84,300 ac; 40% of the City
In August 2015 the State issued the City an MS4 Permit which seeks to manage urban sources of stormwater runoff to protect overall water quality and improve water quality in impaired waters.
In response, the City is developing a Stormwater Management Program (SWMP).
Legal Authority: Local Law & Regulations
New York City MS4 Legislation
Draft introduced by City Council on November 16, 2016 (Intro 1346-2016)
Hearing held by Environmental Protection Committee on December 13, 2016
Expect the full Council to vote on the bill this Spring
IDDE Rules
Draft revisions in progress to implement provisions authorized by local law
Plan to publish those draft revisions shortly after the requisite legislative authority is in place
Construction/Post-Construction and Commercial/Industrial Rules
To be proposed in Spring 2018, reflecting those programs as they continue to be developed
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Stormwater Management Program (SWMP)
1. Introduction
2. Program Overview
3. Public Education and Outreach
4. Public Involvement/Participation
5. Mapping
6. Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE)
7. Construction Site StormwaterRun-off Control
8. Post-Construction Stormwater Management
9. Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations and Facilities
10. Industrial and Commercial Stormwater Sources
11. Control of Floatable and Settable Trash and Debris
12. Monitoring
13. Reliance on Third Parties
14. Recordkeeping
15. Annual Reporting and Certification
SWMP Chapters
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SWMP Plan Deliverable Progress
SWMP Plan Presentation Schedule/ Public Involvement and Participation Plan
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Topics Stakeholder Date
Construction, Post Construction
Interagency October 20, 2016DEC December 1, 2016SWIM / Environmental Orgs December 8, 2016Stormwater Advisory Group (SAG) December 13, 2016
Mapping, IDDE, and Monitoring
Interagency January 19, 2017 DEC February 1, 2017SWIM/Environmental Organizations February 15, 2017 Stormwater Advisory Group (SAG) February 22, 2017
Floatables, Public Education & Outreach
Interagency March 29, 2017DEC April 5, 2017SWIM/Environmental Organizations April 14, 2017 Stormwater Advisory Group (SAG) April 19, 2017
2016 Stormwater Management Program Progress Report
Interagency
May 16, 2017DECSWIM/Environmental OrganizationsStormwater Advisory Group (SAG)
Industrial/Commercial, PPGH.2
Interagency May 25, 2017DEC June 1, 2017 SWIM/Environmental Organizations June 8, 2017Stormwater Advisory Group (SAG) Summer 2017
Control of Floatable and Settleable Trash and Debris
Permit Section IV.IDevelop a floatable and settleable trash and debris management program with the objectives of developing a methodology to determine the loading rate from the MS4 and to assess and implement strategies to reduce floatable and settleable trash and debris to waterbodies listed as impaired for floatables in the MS4 areas.
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Major Tasks Continue to implement existing controls to reduce
floatables. Develop and implement a media campaign to
educate the public on trash and debris control issues Determine the loading rate of floatable and
settleable trash and debris discharged from the MS4 to impaired waterbodies
Floatables: Existing Controls
Major Task:Continue to implement existing controls to reduce floatables.
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Street SweepingCurrently, DSNY sweeps more than 6,000 miles of roadway each day.
Catch Basin InspectionsGrates limit passage of larger items into the catch basin and hoods help retain floatable items passing through the grate or open curb piece. Standard practice at DEP is to inspect catch basins a minimum of once every 36 months and in response to 311 complaints. Consistent with Local Law No. 48 of 2015, DEP is inspecting catch basins on an annual basis until the end of June 2019.
End of Pipe ControlsDEP maintains 22 permanent floatable containment facilities and 1 temporary for a total of 23, corresponding to stormwater and combined sewer drainage areas.
Floatables: Media Campaign
Major Task:Develop and implement a media campaign to educate the public on trash and debris control issues.
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B.Y.O. CampaignThe media campaign began by partnering with GreeNYC on the B.Y.O. Campaign.Shorthand for bring your own, the B.Y.O. Campaign encourages New Yorkers to live a less disposable lifestyle by using reusable bags, mugs, and bottles.
Major Task:Develop and implement a media campaign to educate the public on trash and debris control issues.
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Don’t Trash Our WatersWorking with specialists in behavior change, the City developed an additional message with tailored artwork. The campaign tackles littering behavior by illustrating the wildlife hurt by litter and asking New Yorkers to put their trash in the can.
Floatables: Media Campaign
Due Date: Task Item:
Within 2 years EDPAugust 1, 2017
I. Submit a draft work plan for determining amount of floatables discharged from the MS4 to waterbodies listed as impaired for floatables for DEC review and approval.
1. Conduct a literature search of methods employed by other municipalities.
2. Assess the applicability of other municipalities' methods to NYC3. Discuss why the selected method is best for conditions in NYC
Within 3 years EDPAugust 1, 2018
II. Submit a final proposed work plan for determining floatables loading rate, to be included in the SWMP.
III. Propose a schedule to determine the floatables loading rate from the MS4 to waterbodies listed as impaired for floatables in the MS4 areas.
Within 3 months of DEC approval
Within 2 years of DEC approval
IV. Commence a study to determine the floatables loading rate using the approved work plan.
Major Task:Determine the loading rate of floatable and settleable trash and debris discharged from the MS4 to impaired waterbodies
Within 3 years of commencement of study
V. Complete study to determine the floatables loading rate using the approved work plan.
Floatables: Work Plan for Loading Rate
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Current Task: Review of programs of other municipalities to better understand:
Methods for estimating loading rates and assessing floatables-control effectiveness
Types of controls implemented
Regulatory drivers for floatable control programs
Cost of controls
Next Step: Prepare Draft Work Plan and present to the public
Complete review of other municipalities
Select loading rate methodology
Submit Draft Work Plan
Public Review & Comment Period
Submit Final Work Plan with
SWMP
Floatables: Draft Work Plan Development
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Draft Work Plan Development
August 1, 2017 August 1, 2018
Floatables: Review of Other Municipalities
Methods for estimating loading rates:Loading rates can be a function of many factors. Common ones considered by other municipalities include: Drainage Area
Land-use type
Population Density or other community factors
Rainfall
Street Sweeping Frequency and Effectiveness
Catch Basin Maintenance and Effectiveness
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Street Catch Basin Sewer System Outfalls Waterbodies
Controls used by other municipalities:
Public Education & Outreach
Item Bans
Use Fees/ Deposits
Litter Fines
Public Litter baskets
Street Sweeping
Street Cleanups
Washington DC has implemented both a fee on disposable bags and a ban of food service products made of expanded polystyrene
Floatables: Review of Other Municipalities
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Floatables: Review of Other Municipalities
Street Catch Basin Sewer System Outfalls Waterbodies
Controls used by other municipalities:
Public Education & Outreach
Catch Basin Cleaning
Catch Basin Mods/Inserts
Fabric Insert Storm Drain Label Inlet Screen
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Floatables: Review of Other Municipalities
Street Catch Basin Sewer System Outfalls Waterbodies
Controls used by other municipalities:
Baffles/Vaults
Tanks
Hydrodynamic separators
Baffle in CSO Regulator Hydrodynamic Separator
Few of the municipalities reported using these types of controls
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Floatables: Review of Other Municipalities
Street Catch Basin Sewer System Outfalls Waterbodies
Controls used by other municipalities:
Screens
Nets
Booms & Skimmer
Floating BoomEnd of Pipe Nets
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Floatables: Review of Other Municipalities
Street Catch Basin Sewer System Outfalls Waterbodies
Controls used by other municipalities:
In-Water Systems
Shoreline Cleanups
Volunteers clean a Bluebelt in Staten IslandTrash Wheel
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Public Education and Outreach
Permit Section IV.A
Public education and outreach activities will promote public awareness of water quality impacts associated with MS4 discharges, and the steps the public can take to reduce pollutant contribution.
Current Tasks and Next Steps
Continue to strengthen partnerships internally and externally for current and future programs and events surrounding MS4
Continue to incorporate MS4 topics into ongoing existing education and outreach activities
Develop a prioritization schedule and timeline for providing MS4 content
Incorporate information received from our sub-team members into final SWMP Plan draft for review 23
Public Education and Outreach: Pollutants of Concern
Trash and debris
Trash and debris may carry toxins and pathogens that pose a risk to human health. Fish and wildlife may be harmed by becoming entangled or ingesting trash and debris.
• Littering• Illegal Dumping• Improper disposal of
waste
• Choose reusable items (bags, bottles, mugs) over single use items
• Keep streets, shorelines, stream banks, and beaches clean
• Report illegal dumping• Follow DSNY guidelines for proper disposal of
waste• Never dump anything into a catch basin
Nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus)
Excessive amounts of nitrogen and phosphorus can cause harmful algae blooms and create low oxygen conditions that harm aquatic life
• Lawn/plant fertilizer• Illicit discharges of
sanitary waste• Pet waste
• Use fertilizer sparingly and never before storms• Follow DEP rules and regulations to properly
connect sanitary waste to the sanitary sewer• Properly dispose of pet waste• Never dump anything into a catch basin
Pathogens
Pathogens can cause disease and make waters unfit for recreation. Pathogens can also contaminate fish and shellfish, making people who eat them ill.
• Pet waste• Illicit discharges of
sanitary waste
• Follow DEP rules and regulations to properly connect sanitary waste to the sanitary sewer
• Properly dispose of pet waste• Report illegal dumping
Oil and Grease
Oil and grease can be toxic to plants, aquatic life and wildlife that live in or near contaminated waterways.
• Spills and leaks from vehicles or improper storage
• Improper disposal of products
• Illegal dumping
• Maintain vehicles properly• Properly store materials• Follow DSNY guidelines for proper disposal
used motor oil• Follow DEP guidelines for proper disposal of
used cooking oil and grease• Report illegal dumping• Never dump anything into a catch basin
Toxic or harmful substances: household
cleaners, paint, chemicals, pharmaceuticals
Toxic or other harmful substances can harm and kill plants, aquatic life, and wildlife that live in or near contaminated waterways.
• Improper disposal of materials, such as dumping down a catch basin
• Follow DSNY guidelines for proper disposal of potentially harmful substances
• Report illegal dumping• Never dump anything into a catch basin
Pollutant of Concern Impact to Waterbodies Targeted Sources Desired Actions for Public to Reduce Pollutants in Stormwater
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Public Education and Outreach: Anticipated Priority MS4 Waterbodies
Permit Section II.B.2 For Priority MS4 Waterbodies, the City shall, for each control measure in Part IV.A thru Part IV.I, consider whether additional or customized non-structural BMPs are warranted to address the POCs causing the impairment identified in the CSO LTCPs and shall submit as part of the SWMP approval […] a listing of the additional or customized non-structural BMPs and a schedule to commence implementation […]
Draft Priority MS4 Waterbodies List and Outreach Efforts Under Evaluation:
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Waterbody Pollutant of Concern Best Management PracticeBronx River Floatables Proposed Trash Wheel Project
Coney Island Pathogens MS4 Sign Pilot Project andPet-Waste Pilot Project
DEP Public Education and Outreach Programs Identified
The Natural Classroom
Program Agency Can it count towards MS4? Possible Metrics
Environmental Education DEP Yes • # of attendees• # of annual events• # of modules created
Adopt-a-Bluebelt DEP Yes • # of volunteers• # of annual events
Adopt-a-Catch Basin DEP Yes • # of volunteers• # of annual events
Shoreline and BluebeltCleanups
DEP Yes • # of volunteers• # of annual events• # of bags of trash/debris
removed?
Clean Streets=Clean Beaches DEP &DSNY
Yes • # of volunteers• # of bags of trash/debris
removed
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DEP Public Education and Outreach
Image Credit: Artwork by Brian, 6th grade student at the Bay Academy I.S. 98, Brooklyn, for DEP's 31st Annual Water Resources Art & Poetry Contest
Image Credit: Phung, 11th grade student at Eleanor Roosevelt High School in Manhattan, for DEP's 31st Annual Water Resources Art & Poetry Contest
28Students in grades 5 and 12, from Sixth Street Youth Program in Manhattan, show off their 2017 Art & Poetry entry
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DOT Public Education and Outreach Programs Identified
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Program Agency Can it count towards MS4? Possible Metrics
Adopt a Highway/Greenway DOT Yes • # of adopters• # of lane miles cleaned• # of bags of trash/debris
removed
For more information: Adopt-a-Highway Program: https://www.ncdot.gov/programs/aah/Adopt-a-Greenway Program: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/infrastructure/adopt-a-greenway.shtml
Urban Park Rangers Mission:to promote stewardship for NYC Parks by connecting New Yorkers to the natural world through environmental education, outdoor adventure, wildlife management and active conservation.
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The Urban Park Rangers were established in 1979 to provide a uniformed force of interpreters and naturalists to patrol the parks of New York City and help improve the quality of life for City residents.
History
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The Natural Classroom Inquiry based, hands-on environmental
education Lessons tie to classroom curriculum Fee-based
Ranger Conversation Corp After school program for high school
students interested in the environment Rangers serve as mentors to young
naturalists Students focus on one environmentally
themed project per semester Free!
Environmental EducationThe heart of our Urban Park Rangerprogramming…
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Custom Adventures Day long summer programs serving youth
groups and day camps Unique opportunity to experience the natural
world through canoeing, fishing, orienteering, archery, nature exploration and camping
Fee-based
Weekend Adventures Free outdoor exploration and adventure
opportunities for families Promote environmental stewardship and
community involvement Year round Includes nature walks, canoeing, fishing, birding,
camping, history tours, astronomy and more
Outdoor AdventuresGet out and Explore….
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Division of School Facilities44-36 Vernon BoulevardRoom: 510Long Island City, N.Y. 11101
schools.nyc.gov/sustainability
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DOE Office of SustainabilityDivision of School Facilities
Waste
Zero Waste Coordinators BenchmarkingDemand
ResponseWaste Hotline
Energy
Solar
Communications & Training
DOE Public Education and Outreach
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Why is Sustainability Important at NYC DOE?
Mission:
To transform the school system into a more sustainable and efficient public entity regarding facility operations, maintenance, and student environmental education.
1,859 Schools in 1,314 buildings 137,500 employees 1.1 million students 131 million sq ft
= HUGE IMPACT
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Sustainability Coordinator Role
Mandatory in all NYC DOE Schools: outlined in
Chancellor’s Regulation A-850
Principals must designate a Sustainability Coordinator
annually by September 30
Participate in Professional Development Trainings
Complete an End-of-the year survey in June
Ms. Rice, P.S. 361
Ms. Coccovillo, P.S/I.S. 49
Mr. Steiner, Bronx Theatre H.S.
Ms. Corrian, P.S. 179Ms. Nicklas, P.S. 130
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Emailed monthly Sustainability Coordinators Partners Elected Officials & CB’s Subscribers
Highlights Resources Professional Development Trainings Contest Partner’s info
Newsletter:
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Make sure your local schools know about and participate!
Contact:Meredith McDermott, Director
[email protected]/sustainability
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Every week, the average New Yorker throws away 15 pounds of garbage at home and another 9 pounds of waste at work and in commercial establishments.
Together, this adds up to more than 6 million tons of waste per year.
Why Zero Waste?
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• recycle metal, glass, and plastic; and paper & cardboard• recycle food scraps and yard waste• recycle electronic waste• safely dispose of harmful household products• reduce waste by using reusable shopping bags, bottles and mugs• donate clothing and textiles
Support Zero Waste
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• Organics• E-Cycle• Re-Fashion• Donate• ZeroWaste Schools• Special Waste• Adopt-a-Basket• Community Cleanups
DSNY Programs
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• allows the Department of Sanitation to collect food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard waste from residents in select areas and turn it into compost or renewable energy.
• Participants will receive starter kits that include a brown organics and a small kitchen container
• Currently available in various neighborhoods throughout the five boroughsin◦ Brooklyn◦ Bronx◦ Staten Island ◦ Queens◦ Manhattan
NYC Organics Collection Program
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• As of January 2015, it is illegal for New Yorkers to discard electronics in the trash.
• e-cycleNYC is a free and convenient electronic waste recycling service provided by the NYC Department of Sanitation and ERI.
• Available to residential buildings with 10 or more units• Items Collected:
◦ TVs◦ VCRs, DVRs, and DVD players◦ Cable and satellite boxes◦ Video game consoles◦ Computers: including small servers, monitors, laptops and their
peripherals (such as keyboards, hard drives, mice, etc.)◦ Printers/scanners◦ Fax machines◦ Small electronics: including tablets, mobile phones, MP3 players
e-cycleNYC
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• Every year NYC residents throw out approximately 200,000 tons of clothing, towels, blankets, curtains, shoes, handbags, belts, and other textiles and apparel.
• make clothing donation as easy as possible through a convenient in-building service.
• 100% nonprofit and charitable• Available to:
◦ Apartment buildings with over ten units.◦ Office buildings◦ Commercial businesses (such as fashion industry, storage facilities,
gyms, laundromats, and hotels)◦ Schools and institutions
re-fashioNYC
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• helps New Yorkers give goods, find goods, and do good, with tools that make it easy to donate or find used and surplus items.
• Residents can use the donateNYC web directory and mobile app to find close and convenient places to donate or find second-hand goods◦ as well as view a reuse events calendar highlighting upcoming flea
markets, donation drives, swaps, book drives, and rummage sales.
donateNYC
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700+ schools served by organics collection100 Zero Waste schools launched in 2016
Educate the next generation of New Yorkers in Zero Waste Schools.
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• The Department of Sanitation is working with the NYC Department of Education (DOE) and GrowNYC’s Recycling Champions Program to implement an ambitious Zero Waste Schools pilot program. ◦ 100 schools have been set up as model recycling and organics schools,
and their waste is monitored to capture data on the amount of material being generated and separated.
◦ The goal is to identify best practices that can be expanded Citywide.
Zero Waste Schools
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• To help residents dispose of harmful household products safely, DSNY hosts SAFE (Solvents, Automotive, Flammables, and Electronics) Disposal Events throughout the year in all five boroughs.◦ 10 events a year; twice in each borough◦ 10 am – 4pm ( rain or shine)
• Accepted Items:◦ Automotive products such as motor oil, transmission fluid, and batteries◦ Personal care items like unwanted medicines or cosmetics◦ Thermometers◦ Syringes (clearly labeled and packaged in a “sharps” container or other
leak proof, puncture-resistant container)◦ Household products such as pesticides, paint, hazardous cleaners,
compact fluorescent lightbulbs◦ Electronics
SAFE Disposal Events
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Special Waste Sites
Accepted Items• Batteries, • Motor oil and transmission fluid • Motor oil filters • Fluorescent light bulbs & CFLs• Latex paint • Mercury-containing devices• Passenger car tires • Electronics(covered by the disposal
ban)
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Thank YouTiffany Fuller, Senior Manager, Special Waste, Recycling and SustainabilityNYC Dept. of Sanitation
For more information, visit our website: nyc.gov/dep/ms4If you have questions or feedback, please contact the MS4 Team at: