LID 15 Stormwater Protection

Stormwater runoff can impact the water quality of local streams, creeks, and bayous. As rain water flows over residential and commercial rooftops, lawns and landscaping, construction sites, and roadways, the water can carry sediment and other pollutants into the streets and gutters. The storm sewer system collects rain water and conveys it directly into local flood control ditches and waterways without filtering or cleaning any of the runoff water. Sediment, litter, pesticides, animal wastes, fertilizers, and other harmful pollutants from suburban and business areas, facilities, construction sites, or District operations can have major downstream impacts on local waterways and beaches. Rain water runoff moves most of these pollutants from a residence, facility, construction site, or place of business through the storm sewer system, and into the receiving water. However, lawn watering can also transport these pollutants.

As rain water flows over residential and commercial rooftops, lawns and landscaping, construction sites, and roadways, the water can carry sediment and other pollutants into the streets and gutters. The storm sewer system collects rain water and conveys it directly into local flood control ditches and waterways without filtering or cleaning any of the runoff water. Sediment, litter, pesticides, animal wastes, fertilizers, and other harmful pollutants from suburban and business areas, facilities, construction sites, or District operations can have major downstream impacts on local waterways and beaches. Rain water runoff moves most of these pollutants from a residence, facility, construction site, or place of business through the storm sewer system, and into the receiving water. Lawn watering can also transport these pollutants.

Runoff from over watering a lawn laden with fertilizer and insecticide, household chemical waste improperly disposed in drains, and animal waste buildup all contribute to toxins that can end up in drains and eventually to watersheds intended to protect against rising watersheds.

Proper Fertilization Practices

  • Always read the label before fertilizing the lawn
  • Follow the directions accordingly
  • When necessary, hire professionals to test the soil or apply the chemicals for you

Proper Use of Pesticides and Herbicides

  • Always read the label before spraying pesticides or herbicides
  • When necessary, hire professionals to apply the chemicals for you

Proper Animal Waste Management & Disposal Practices

  • Always pick up pet waste
  • Carry disposable bags on your walk
  • Throw away pet waste
  • Encourage others to pick up pet waste

It takes minimal effort to keep our stormwater clean. For more information on simple things you can do to protect our waterways, please visit cleanbayous.org.

LID 15 Lowers Tax Rate for District Residents

At the September 16th board meeting, LID 15 directors voted on a significantly reduced tax rate for residents. Beginning in the 2019 tax year, the tax rate will be 53 cents per $100 of assessed value, reduced from the previous year’s rate by 9 cents. The previous rate was 62 cents per $100 of assessed value.

As stewards of taxpayer funds, LID 15 directors are primarily responsible for overseeing storm drainage and flood protection for properties in the district. This includes operating and maintaining the levees, detention ponds, and pump stations, managing the wetlands, and maintaining regional parks.

District residents are encouraged to stay tuned to www.fblid15.com for news in the District and follow the ‘Levee Improvement District 15’ Facebook page for updates.