Neponset River Watershed Association

Don't leaf your compost behind this fall! ?? Adding leaves to your compost piles = rich, healthy soil. Plus, many composting services are picking up those fall leaves right in our Watershed! Want to learn more about turning yard waste into garden gold? Check out: https://lnkd.in/eE32BHbf Town of Avon, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Sharon, MA Town of Medfield Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Westwood, Massachusetts City of Quincy Town of Randolph, Massachusetts Town of Walpole, MA

?? "If there's something strange in your neighborhood - Who ya gonna call? Pollutionbusters! This Halloween, don’t let pollution haunt our watershed! If you see any scary spills, eerie runoff, or ghostly garbage lurking around, be the hero our environment needs and report it! Let’s trap that pollution before it becomes "slimer" than it already is. Dial the hotline 781-575-0354 x 300 or report a problem following the link below —we ain’t afraid of no sludge! https://lnkd.in/dDBT-iZx Town of Avon, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Medfield Town of Walpole, MA Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Sharon, MA Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Randolph, Massachusetts City of Quincy Town of Westwood, Massachusetts

It's spooky what ends up in our storm drains! To keep ponds and waterways in your community clean and healthy, follow these steps: ?? Never dump leaves in wetlands or waterways (it’s harmful and illegal) ?? Bag leaves in paper bags for disposal by your town (check your town’s disposal schedule) or compost your yard waste at home in an area away from wetlands and storm drains ?? Keep paved areas and storm drains clear of leaves ?? Make sure your lawn service is properly disposing of all your waste ?? Mow your leaves with a mulching mower and let them stay there on the lawn as a natural fertilizer For more information regarding yard waste best practices in your area: https://lnkd.in/eE32BHbf Town of Avon, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Sharon, MA Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Medfield Town of Westwood, Massachusetts City of Quincy Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Randolph, Massachusetts Town of Walpole, MA

One in five households uses a septic system to treat their wastewater. Following these simple steps can help you save money and protect the environment! For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Uno de cada cinco hogares utiliza un sistema séptico para tratar sus aguas residuales. ?Estos sencillos pasos pueden ayudar a ahorrar dinero y proteger el medio ambiente! Para obtener más información sobre los sistemas sépticos, visite: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y #EPA #SepticSmartWeek Town of Avon, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Canton, MA City of Quincy Town of Sharon, MA Town of Walpole, MA Town of Westwood, Massachusetts Town of Medfield Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Randolph, Massachusetts

Quick Tip #4 Just like dog waste poop bags don't belong in our storm drains, don't put unnecessary items into your toilet. Poorly maintained septic systems may leak and release an overload of nutrients and pathogens (bacteria and viruses), which can harm the environment and create public health problems. Discharges can also migrate further to nearby waterways, causing even more damage. For more information on septic systems, visit: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Consejo rápido #4: Al igual que las bolsas de excremento de perro no pertenecen a nuestros desagües pluviales, no ponga artículos innecesarios en su inodoro. Los sistemas sépticos mal mantenidos pueden tener fugas y liberar una sobrecarga de nutrientes y patógenos (bacterias y virus), que pueden da?ar el medio ambiente y crear problemas de salud pública. Las descargas también pueden migrar a vías y desagües cercanos, causando aún más da?os. Para obtener más información sobre los sistemas sépticos, visite: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Town of Avon, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Canton, MA City of Quincy Town of Sharon, MA Town of Walpole, MA Town of Westwood, Massachusetts Town of Medfield Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Randolph, Massachusetts

Quick Tip #3 Did you know a septic system should be pumped every 1 to 3 years? Regular maintenance on your system could save you tens of thousands of dollars in repairs. Poorly maintained septic systems may leak and release an overload of nutrients and pathogens (bacteria and viruses), which can harm the environment and create public health problems. Discharges can also migrate further to nearby waterways, causing even more damage. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Consejo rápido #3 ?Sabía que un sistema séptico debe bombearse cada 1 a 3 a?os? El mantenimiento regular de su sistema podría ahorrarle decenas de miles de dólares en reparaciones. Los sistemas sépticos mal mantenidos pueden tener fugas y liberar una sobrecarga de nutrientes y patógenos (bacterias y virus), que pueden da?ar el medio ambiente y crear problemas de salud pública. Las descargas también pueden migrar a vías y desagües cercanos, causando aún más da?os. Para mis información, visite: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Town of Avon, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Canton, MA City of Quincy Town of Sharon, MA Town of Walpole, MA Town of Westwood, Massachusetts Town of Medfield Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Randolph, Massachusetts

Quick Tip #2: Don't Strain Your Drain Don't strain your drain! Running water in multiple areas around the home at once can overwhelm your septic system. Try to conserve water as much as possible. It's good for the environment and for your wallet! Poorly maintained septic systems may leak and release an overload of nutrients and pathogens (bacteria and viruses), which can harm the environment and create public health problems. Discharges can also migrate further to nearby waterways, causing even more damage. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y ?No Esfuerce Su Drenaje! El agua corriente en múltiples áreas de su casa puede agobiar su sistema séptico. Trate de conservar el agua como sea posible. ?Es bueno para el medio ambiente y para su billetera! Los sistemas sépticos mal mantenidos pueden tener fugas y liberar una sobrecarga de nutrientes y patógenos (bacterias y virus), que pueden da?ar el medio ambiente y crear problemas de salud pública. Las descargas también pueden migrar a vías y desagües cercanos, causando aún más da?os. Para mis información, visite: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Town of Avon, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Canton, MA City of Quincy Town of Sharon, MA Town of Walpole, MA Town of Westwood, Massachusetts Town of Medfield Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Randolph, Massachusetts

Quick Tip #1: Think at The Sink! It's EPA Septic Week and the Neponset Stormwater Partnership wants you to know that fats, oils, and grease don't belong in your kitchen sink. Additionally, avoid harsh chemicals and use cleaners in moderation. This will help with the longevity of your septic system! Poorly maintained septic systems may leak and release an overload of nutrients and pathogens (bacteria and viruses), which can harm the environment and create public health problems. Discharges can also migrate further to nearby waterways, causing even more damage. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y #EPA #SepticWeek Consejo rápido #1: ?Piense en el lavamanos! Es la semana de sistema séptico de la EPA y Neponset Stormwater Partnership quiere que sepa que las grasas y los aceites no deben estar en el fregadero de su cocina. Además, evite los productos químicos agresivos y use limpiadores con moderación. ?Esto ayudará con la longevidad de su sistema séptico! Los sistemas sépticos mal mantenidos pueden tener fugas y liberar una sobrecarga de nutrientes y patógenos (bacterias y virus), que pueden da?ar el medio ambiente y crear problemas de salud pública. Las descargas también pueden migrar a vías y desagües cercanos, causando aún más da?os. Para mis información, visite: https://lnkd.in/epduDW9Y Town of Avon, MA Town of Dedham Town of Foxborough Town of Canton, MA City of Quincy Town of Sharon, MA Town of Walpole, MA Town of Westwood, Massachusetts Town of Medfield Town of Norwood (MA) Town of Stoughton, MA Town of Canton, MA Town of Randolph, Massachusetts

Thank you Dedham Savings for supporting a healthy Neponset for the whole community! 3,000 fifth graders across the watershed will get hands-on lessons about keeping their water clean with your help this fall!

Thanks to Waypoint for helping to get folks out of the river last weekend! People were super excited!