Happy New Year from the team at BASWG! May your 2023 be flowing with new adventures! 🚣

The new year is a time to look ahead, but also a time to look at years past. Here's a photo of the BASWG annual cleanup event in 2019. It's a great example of how communities can come together to help. This new year, let's strive to do the same, if not more, for our #environment.

#PSA for Bangor area residents: Don't forget to properly recycle excess holiday trash starting now through Jan. 10th. 🎁 Drop off wrapping paper, boxes, and live trees at Public Works on Maine Ave., or check with your local public works for more info. #heybangor

Pollution in #stormwater runoff threatens waterways and wildlife. We can all take steps to prevent water #pollution in our community. Watch this video from the Cumberland County Soil & Water Conservation District for more info on what you can do to help: bit.ly/3WcoaI0

Take a look at this infographic! It provides details on best practices for managing snow and ice at your home with respect to safety and the environment. ❄️

Public Works of Patten, Maine recently found high levels of #PFAS in one of its wells. This contamination is likely linked to plumbers tape since it's made with a carcinogen called PFOA. Read more about this new finding in the following article: bit.ly/3jAyA6a

Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of the great Martin Luther King Jr. Not only was he a pioneer for social justice, but he also helped to pave the way for environmental and climate activism as we know it, bringing healthy living environments to underprivileged communities.

Did you know? The majority of the world's fresh water supply is in ice and snow. ❄️ This weekend's #snowstorm is a clear example of this fact. Remember to stay safe and avoid travel during harsh weather periods. For more info, visit our website to browse winter resources.

Over the next three days, Bangor Public Works will be operating in 16 hour shifts to remove snow on city sidewalks. Work is anticipated to begin at 11 PM each night and end at 3 PM each afternoon. We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time. #HeyBangor

The combination of heavy rain and warm temperatures are resulting in localized flooding. Employees are currently working to clear drains throughout the city. Please use caution on roadways. #HeyBangor

Reminder: Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow. Don't forget to Spring forward! Before you go to sleep tonight, make sure to set your clocks forward by an hour! ⏰

Educate, engage, and empower! Share our page and website with your friends and family to spread awareness about the importance of responsible stormwater management. Together, we can protect our water resources for future generations! baswg.org

Happy Fathers Day from your friends and neighbors at Bangor Area Stormwater Group!

Looking for a way to volunteer and help your community? Contact us to be notified of any upcoming projects by visiting baswg.org/get-involved/

Cover It Up! When your pool isn't in use, cover it with a pool cover. This not only helps retain heat, reduce contaminants, and reduce evaporation, but it also prevents stormwater from mixing with pool water and potentially carrying pool chemicals into our water sources. #PoolTip

Educate, engage, and empower! Share our page and website with your friends and family to spread awareness about the importance of responsible stormwater management. Together, we can protect our water resources for future generations! 💧 baswg.org/learn-about-st…

Happy Fourth of July! Let's make sure our celebrations don't impact our local water quality. Remember to dispose of waste properly and prevent stormwater pollution. Together, we can protect our environment!

Lawn Care Tip: Leave the grass clippings! They are a natural fertilizer that is both free and safe for the environment. 🌱

Why do we worry about runoff and stormwater pollution? As stormwater flows over urban and suburban surfaces, it picks up pollutants such as litter, pesticides, oils, fertilizers, sediment, and bacteria, and transports it all into the local water system.

Education and awareness about stormwater runoff and pollution are crucial to promoting responsible practices and protecting our water resources. Contact us for educational materials or visit: bit.ly/43AjrmR