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Can I mow grass into the street?: No. Mowing grass into the street is a code violation. Organic yard debris/grass will be washed into the storm drain system and eventually end up in the Little Arkansas River where it will contribute to nutrient loading and a decrease in the quality of water in the river.

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1. Can I mow grass into the street?: No. Mowing grass into the street is a code violation. Organic yard debris/grass will be washed into the storm drain system and eventually end up in the Little Arkansas River where it will contribute to nutrient loading and a decrease in the quality of water in the river.

2. What is NPDES?: NPDES stands for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.

3. What can I do to prevent stormwater runoff pollution?: 10 Things You Can Do 10 Things You Can Do to Prevent Stormwater Runoff

4. What is the stormwater utility fee?: Understanding the stromwater utility fee Understanding the stromwater utility fee

5. Is there a City Ordinance for stormwater?: Yes.
Stormwater Utility Ordinance