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                             working together to improve our waterways

The Surface and Stormwater Management Program (SSWM) is a multi-agency effort to protect water quality and reduce flooding.    Read more

Highlights
 >>> Soak it up and let it bloom!  Learn how to use the rain to the greatest extent possible for lawn and gardens.  One free classes in July.  Rain Garden Workshop

>>>The The Public Works and Community Development Departments are proposing an amendment to the current Stormwater Management Code (Title 12). The proposed ordinance will amend the Kitsap County Stormwater Management Code (KCC 12.04 through 12.32) to adhere to the Western Washington Phase II Municipal Stormwater Permit (NPDES permit) issued by the State Department of Ecology on January 17, 2007 and make other changes to the design, operation, and maintenance of stormwater facilities required for new development and redevelopment. The proposed ordinance will also update the county's illicit discharge detection program. These changes will result in a new Kitsap County Stormwater Design Manual based on newer technologies and Best Management Practices developed over the last few years. Additionally, Kitsap County is proposing to update its Low Impact Development Design Criteria to match that found in the Kitsap Home Builders Foundation's Low Impact Development Guidelines. .  The public review process has been extended into July, and possible adoption is targeted for August.  Draft Stormwater Design Manual

 >>>  Water Resource Policy:  Water is a resource and not a waste stream
On June 22nd 2009, the Board of County Commissioners adopted by resolution a new policy treating water as a resource, not a waste stream.   This policy establishes a culture of innovative development and operating practices in order to preserve this natural resource on public property.    Complete Resolution

Randy Casteel, PE                                                                                               Last Update: 06/26/2009
Director of Public Works
Surface & Stormwater Management Program
(360) 337-5777 or (800) 825-4940
Kitsap1@co.kitsap.wa.us