Robert Keane, PE, Port North's Environmental Commissioner reports the following:

Storm Drain Cleaning:

The Village cleaned out its catch basins and storm sewers. As of last report, 46 structures were cleaned and approximately 133 cubic yards of material has been disposed of. Since most storm drains connect to Manhasset Bay or Mill Pond, this work helped to prevent this material from entering each of these water bodies.

Two New Ordinances:

The Village passed two NYSDEC required ordinances for Illicit Discharge and Sediment/ Erosion Control. The new laws help protect storm water from construction site runoff and illegal connections to the storm sewer system. In April 2007, the first illicit discharge was detected from a residential construction site and the owner immediately corrected the problem. Both laws are available on the Village website.

Kayak Regatta:

The Port Community Chest holds an Annual Kayak Run around Manhasset Bay. The event is always fun and a great way to see how the water quality is improving in the bay. This year the event was the third.

Storm Drain Markers:

Port North installed additional storm drain markers on catch basins and storm sewers. Look for the new marker “No Dumping, Drains to Bay” while walking to Sisina or Romantico restaurants.

Pool Discharges:

Please note that the Village has an existing ordinance that strictly prohibits emptying your pool water onto your neighbor’s property (blatantly obvious) and onto the Village streets. The current local law states that all pool discharges must be contained on your property. Please note that the discharge of chlorinated water can end up in Manhasset Bay and hurt the local ecosystem.

 

Reprinted from 9-07 Village Newsletter