FPS Stormwater Management Program Plan

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STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM PLAN
Revision 2.1
August 19, 2010
Farmington Public School District
Storm Water Management Program
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
PLAN
Approved and Submitted by
Mr. Ronald A. Aten
Facilities Architect
Certified Industrial Site Stormwater Operator No. I29350 W. Ten Mile Road
Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336
Prepared by
Mr. John McDonald, CHMM
Senior Consultant
Manager, cleanWATER Division
Certified Industrial Site Stormwater Operator No. I-08849
arch environmental group, inc.
23937 Research Drive
Farmington Hills, Michigan 48335
Table of Contents
Section No.
1.0
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.3
3.0
3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4
3.1.5
3.1.6
3.1.7
3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.3.5
3.3.6
3.3.7
3.3.8
3.4
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.4.5
3.4.6
3.5
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.4
3.6
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.6.3
3.6.4
3.6.5
3.6.6
3.6.7
3.6.8
3.6.9
3.6.10
3.6.11
3.6.12
3.6.13
3.6.14
3.6.15
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0
Introduction
Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL)
What are TMDLs?
Rouge River Watershed TMDLs
Prioritized Actions to Reduce TMDL Pollutants from BPS Facilities
Stormwater Management Program Plan Requirements
Public Education Program (PEP)
PEP Objectives
Public Education Plan Program Elements
Public Education Program BMP Table
Stakeholders, individuals, and organizations
Public Education Plan Implementation Goals
Organizations Assisting with PEP
Plan for Evaluating Impacts of PEP
Public Involvement and Participation Program
Public Involvement and Participation Program Objectives
Public Involvement and Participation Program BMP Table
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program (IDEP)
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program Objectives
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program Policy
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program Procedures
Polluting Materials Emergency and Spill Response Policy & Procedures
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program BMPs
Use of Tracer Dyes
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program Schedule & BMP Table
Illicit Discharge Identification & Elimination Training program
Post Construction Stormwater Controls for New Developments & Redevelopments
Post Construction Stormwater Management Program Objectives
Post construction Stormwater Controls
Operation & Maintenance of Stormwater Controls
Minimum Treatment Volume Standards for Post-Construction Controls
Channel Protection Criteria for Post-Construction Controls
General Post-Construction Controls – BMP Table
Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control
Construction Site Stormwater Program Objectives
Qualifying Local and State soil erosion and sediment controls
Potential additional construction controls
Construction Site Stormwater & Sediment Runoff Controls – BMP Table
Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping Program
Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping Program Objectives
Fleet Maintenance & Storage Yards/Facilities
Employee & Contractor Training Program
Structural BMP Operation & Maintenance
Structural Stormwater Control Effectiveness
Facility List and Structural Control Inventory Table
Operation & Maintenance Waste Disposal Procedures
Structural Control BMP Table
Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping – Roadways
Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping - Fleet & Vehicle Maintenance
Roadway & Fleet Maintenance BMP Table
Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping - Food Services
Storm Drain System Marking/Stenciling
Flood Control Projects
Herbicide, Pesticide, and Fertilizer Management and Use
Receiving Water Quality Status
Receiving Water Quality Stresses
Upcoming Activities
Notice of MS4 Operators Nested Within Community Boundaries
Appendix “A”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “C”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “E”
NPS District and Watershed Boundary Map
Public Education Program Example Materials
Structural Control Inspection & Dry Weather Screening Field Logs and Reports
SWMP Implementation Schedule
Post-Construction Stormwater Control-BPS School Board Resolution
Stormwater Management Program Plan
1.0 Introduction
This Stormwater Management Program Plan (SWMP) has been revised in accordance with Part I Section A.3-11 and
Part I Section B.1.a of NPDES General Jurisdictional Permit number MIS049000 (Stormwater Discharges from
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) and the accompanying Certificate of Coverage No. MIS040047
issued to Farmington Public School District on March 16, 2009. The ultimate goal in implementing the plan is to
decrease the discharge of pollutants from storm water runoff to the Maximum Extent Possible (MEP) and to protect
the waters of the State of Michigan in compliance with requirements of the Federal and Michigan DEQ regulations.
Farmington Public School District owns and operates twenty-nine (28) public sites located within the boundaries of
the “Detroit Urbanized Area” and is subjected to permitting under the Phase II regulations. Permitted facilities
include both secondary and elementary schools, as well as administrative and maintenance facilities which are
serviced by MS4s. FPS facilities are located within the boundaries Upper, Middle 1, and Main 1 & 2 sub-watersheds
of the Rouge River. A map identifying the location of each facility in association with local municipal boundaries,
school district boundaries, and sub-watershed information is provided in appendix “A”.
Farmington Public School District (FPS) strives to be good stewards of the land within their jurisdiction and to use
appropriate Best Management Practices (BMPs) to contribute to the improvement of water quality within the
Rouge River Watershed where they are located. Farmington Public School District (FPS) is committed to practicing
sound stormwater management practices including observance and adherence to all local, state, and federal
stormwater statutes, rules, and regulations.
2.0 Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL)
2.1
What are TMDLs?
When a lake or stream fails to meet federal water quality standards, the Clean Water Act requires that a “Total
Maximum Daily Load (TMDL)” limit be developed. Studies are completed to determine the sources impacting the
water body and to develop goals so that the water body can meet the standards.
A TMDL describes the process used to determine how much of a particular pollutant a lake or stream can assimilate
and sets pollution reduction targets for the water body.
In order for the SWMP to be consistent with the requirements and assumptions of the TMDL approved by the
USEPA, this SWMP has indentified and prioritized the following actions (as listed in upcoming parts of this section)
to reduce pollutants in stormwater discharges and make progress in meeting the Water Quality Standards. The
following sections outline the prioritized actions and TMDL monitoring designed to meet these requirements.
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2.2
Rouge River Watershed TMDLs
Twenty-Nine (29) of the Farmington Public School District facilities discharge stormwater either directly or indirectly
to surface waters that discharge to the Rouge River watershed. Facilities with discharges to the Rouge River are
covered under the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for Biota (sedimentation/Siltation) and E. coli.
The FPS Facilities located within the boundaries of the Rouge River Watershed, including sub-watershed location,
are as follows:
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28)
Administration, Upper Rouge
Maintenance, Main 1&2
Transportation, Upper Rouge
Farmington High School, Main 1&2
North Farmington High School, Upper Rouge
Farmington Harrison High School, Main 1&2
O.E. Dunckel Middle School, Upper Rouge
East Middle School, Main 1&2
Power Middle School, Upper Rouge
Warner Middle School, Main 1&2
Beechview Elementary, Main 1&2
Hillside Elementary, Upper Rouge
Eagle Elementary, Main 1&2
Flanders Elementary, Upper Rouge
Forest Elementary, Upper Rouge
Gill Elementary, Upper Rouge
Highmeadow Elementary, Main 1&2
Hillside Elementary, Upper Rouge
Kenbrook Elementary, Upper Rouge
Lanigan Elementary, Main 1&2
Longacre Elementary, Upper Rouge
William Grace Elementary, Main 1&2
Wood Creek Elementary, Main 1&2
Woodale Elementary, Upper Rouge
Alemeda Early Childhood Development Center,
Cloverdale School, Upper Rouge
Farmington Community Education, Main 1&2
Maxfield Training Center, Main 1 & 2
Prioritized Activities for TMDL facilities discharging to the Rouge River watershed
1) FPS has completed an assessment of facility stormwater discharges to the Rouge River watershed.
This assessment included field verification and mapping of individual facility storm drainage systems,
identification and monitoring of outfall and/or discharge point locations, inspection and verification of
interior drain connections, dye-testing and video camera inspection (where necessary), and dryweather screening as outlined in Section 3.3 “Illicit Discharge elimination Program (IDEP)”.
2) Conduct review of existing laboratory analysis, field screening, and other available data to determine
areas where monitoring has been conducted, identify areas where additional monitoring may be
required, assess areas that may exceed water quality standards, identify location of potential sources,
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and institute additional actions that may be required to continue the reduction of E. coli in discharges
from FPS facilities to the Rouge River.
3) Major discharge points, field verified as discharging to the Rouge River watershed, either directly or
indirectly through another MS4, will be inspected, sampled, and analyzed to determine the
contribution of E. coli to this water body. Sampling and analysis will be conducted as outlined in the
“STORM WATER SAMPLING GUIDANCE FOR TOTAL PHOSPHOROUS AND E. COLI” published by the MDEQ
(November 24, 2009).
4) Inspection and analytical data from both wet weather monitoring for TMDL pollutants as well as drynd
weather screening of discharge point locations will be collected and submitted with the 2 progress
report due no later than March 1, 2013.
5) Data collected along with information from watershed partners and other entities will be used to
identify priorities and additional actions to continue reducing the contribution of these pollutants the
surface waters of the State of Michigan.
TMDL Monitoring
1) FPS will collect at least one representative sample from each major discharge location or outfall that
discharges directly to surface waters of the state within the portion of the TMDL watershed in the
urbanized area.
2) In addition to any other testing, and in conjunction with ongoing monitoring, collected samples will be
analyzed for Total Phosphorous in addition to any other indicated analytical parameters.
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3) Results of these sampling & analyses will be reported in the 2 progress report due to the MDEQ no
later than March 1, 2013.
4) FPS will use these results and findings along with other information to develop and prioritize actions
to reduce the discharge of Total Phosphorous to be consistent with the TMDL. Prioritized actions will
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be reported in the 2 progress report and implementation targeted for the next 5-year permit cycle
that begins in 2013.
2.3
Prioritized Actions to Reduce TMDL Pollutants from FPS Facilities
1) Provide training to staff and contractors including reporting of illicit discharges or connections as well
as restrictions on use and proper disposal of Phosphorous containing fertilizers, soaps, cleaners and
other chemicals that could impact the separate storm sewer system.
2) The use of Phosphorous containing fertilizers is now restricted for use at all FPS facilities (except in
situations where soil testing indicates the necessity of adding Phosphorous). In addition, any fertilizer
use is restricted to athletic fields and areas designated as “curb appeal”. See section 3.6.14 for
detailed fertilizer use, application, and handling policies and procedures.
3) Complete IDEP inspections of all facilities to ensure proper connection of sanitary systems and rerouting or repair of any improper connections or illicit discharges identified during the inspections.
4) Evaluate sediment runoff and implement activities to reduce the discharge of suspended solids to the
separate storm sewer systems discharging to the Rouge River watershed.
5) If any concentration of Phosphorous or E. coli is found in samples collected from FPS facility outfalls,
additional investigations will be conducted to trace the source of contamination and develop and plan
for mitigation where applicable.
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3.0
Stormwater Management Program Plan Requirements
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) controls are based on development and implementation of Best
Management Practices (BMPs) to address each of the tasks identified as part of the following Six Minimum
Management Measures:
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Public Education and Outreach Program (PEP)
Public Involvement and Participation Program (PIP)
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program (IDEP)
Post Construction Stormwater Management Program for New FPS Development and Redevelopment
Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control Program
Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for FPS faculty and staff.
The SWMP also includes current information regarding water quality status, water quality stresses, upcoming
activities, and identification of shared responsibilities with other jurisdictions.
3.1
Public Education Program (PEP)
Farmington Public School District (FPS) “Public Education Program” (PEP) is designed to promote, publicize, and
facilitate education for the purpose of encouraging the public to reduce the discharge of pollutants into the FPS
separate storm sewer system. The term “Public” as referred in this program is defined to include all persons who
could potentially affect the quality of stormwater discharges from FPS properties including but not limited to FPS
faculty, staff, contractors, and students of FPS, as well as area residents, visitors, public employees, local
businesses, industries, construction contractors and property developers. This PEP will include a variety of
mechanisms and venues to provide watershed awareness and pollution prevention education throughout the
jurisdiction.
3.1.1 Public Education Program (PEP) Objectives
Permit Objectives:
1) Educate the public about hazards associated with illicit discharges and the improper disposal of waste
materials, encourage public reporting of illicit discharges or improper disposal of materials into the FPS
separate storm sewer system including development and publishing a 24-hour hotline for reporting.
2) Educate the public about the water body that would be potentially impacted by improper actions at or
near a FPS facility.
3) Educate the public about the availability, location, and requirements of facilities for the collection and/or
disposal or household hazardous wastes, travel trailer sanitary wastes, chemicals, grass clippings, leaf
litter, animal wastes, and motor vehicle fluids.
4) Educate the public regarding the acceptable application and disposal of pesticides, herbicides, and
fertilizers including the use of phosphorous free fertilizer alternatives, as appropriate.
5) Educate the public regarding preferred vehicle and equipment cleaning agents and procedures.
6) Educate the public about proper septic system maintenance and how to recognize system failures as
appropriate.
7) Educate the public about management of riparian lands to protect water quality.
8) Educate the public about responsibilities and stewardship in the watershed.
9) Educate the public regarding the benefits of using native vegetation instead of non-native species.
10) Educate commercial, industrial, and institutional entities likely to have significant impact to the FPS MS4.
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Farmington Public School District is committed to promoting awareness of the Rouge River watershed and
educating the public about problems associated with stormwater runoff. Historically, FPS has worked cooperatively
with municipal partners and local watershed organizations in promoting watershed awareness and pollution
prevention topics throughout the district and plans to continue throughout the term of this permit.
Partnerships with each of the local municipalities, the Oakland County Drain Commissioners (OCDC) office, and
other watershed organizations along with ongoing curriculum programs help to provide environmental protection,
pollution prevention, and watershed awareness educational information to students, staff, faculty, visitors, and
community residents at large. It is anticipated that during the course of this permit a combination of educational
approaches will be used to convey the individual components of the PEP. Educational mechanisms will include
expansion of watershed specific education topics in various science curriculum, cooperation with distribution of
community newsletters and other watershed partner literature, cable TV public service announcements or
advertisements, event notices in school newsletters, development of a specific “Stormwater Awareness” webpage
on the districts website, and the use and application of the “Seven Simple Steps to Clean Water” program posters,
brochures, tip cards, & display boards to be strategically implemented and placed throughout the school system.
In addition to supporting existing area wide programs, each of the required permit objectives have been addressed
as part of the “Stormwater Awareness” webpage of the FPS district website.
3.1.2 Public Education Plan Program Elements
#1 - Educate the public about hazards associated with illicit discharges and the improper disposal of
waste materials, encourage public reporting of illicit discharges or improper disposal of materials into
the FPS separate storm sewer system including development and publishing a 24-hour hotline for
reporting.
FPS science department staff has completed an initial review of newly published K-12 science curriculum to
determine which topics and grade levels have applicability toward the goals of the SWMP. The FPS K-12 science
curriculum has been developed as required under Michigan Department of Education “Grade Level Content
Expectations”. This new curriculum format was developed in response to the Federal “No Child Left Behind Act of
2001”. This Act mandates the existence of a set of comprehensive state grade level assessments for science in
elementary, middle, and high schools. Reflecting best practices and current research, the Grade Level Content
Expectations provide a set of clear and rigorous expectations for all students, and provide teachers with clearly
defined statements of what students are expected to know and be able to do as they progress through their
education.
FPS Science department faculty has made great strides to incorporate watershed awareness, pollution prevention,
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recycling, ecology, and energy conservation into the core curriculum. The new K-7 grade Earth Science curriculum
provides students with a wide range of topics specifically related to this permit. Curricular activities include
coursework covering a wide variety of topics including natural resource conservation, recycling, environmental
impacts, water quality, groundwater & surface water systems, illicit discharge impacts to the watersheds, and local
watershed investigation programs. A listing of current elementary (K-7) grade level curriculum topics including
grade level, curriculum code, description, and any additional activities included in the specific course work is
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provided in “Table 1-Stormwater Program Related Science Curriculum K-7 Grade”.
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Table 1 – Stormwater Program Related Science Curriculum K-7th Grade
Grade
Curriculum
Code
K
E.SE.00.11
Identify earth materials that are used to grow plants (air, water, soil)
1
E.ES.01.22
Describe and compare weather related to the seasons in terms of temperature, cloud cover,
precipitation, and wind
1
E.ES.01.31
Identify the tools that might be used to measure temperature, precipitation, cloud cover, and
wind
1
E.ES.01.32
Observe and collect data of weather conditions over a period of time
2
E.FE.02.11
Identify water sources (wells, springs, lakes, rivers, oceans)
2
E.FE.02.12
Identify household uses of water (Drinking, cleaning, food preparation)
2
E.FE.02.13
Describe the properties water of as a liquid
2
E.FE.02.14
Describe the properties of water as a solid
2
E.FE.02.21
Describe how rain collects on the surface of the Earth and flows downhill into bodies of water
2
E.FE.02.22
Describe the major bodies of water on the Earth’s surface
3
E.ES.03.41
Identify natural resources (metals, fuels, fresh water, and forests)
3
E.ES.03.42
Classify materials as renewable or non-renewable resources
3
E.ES.03.43
Describe ways humans are protecting, extending, and restoring resources (recycle, reuse,
reduce, renew)
3
E.ES.03.44
Recognize that paper, metal, glass, and some plastics can be recycled)
3
E.ES.03.51
Describe ways humans are dependent on the natural environment (forests, clean water,
clean air) and constructed materials (homes, buildings, factories, and industry)
3
E.ES.03.52
Describe helpful or harmful effects of humans on the environment (garbage, habitat
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Grade
Curriculum
Code
Description
destruction, land management, renewable and non-renewable resources)
3
E.ES.03.22
Identify and describe natural causes of change in the Earth’s surface (erosion, glaciers,
volcanoes, landslides, and earthquakes)
6
E.SE.06.11
Explain how physical and chemical weathering lead to erosion and the formation of soils and
sediments
7
E.ES.07.41
Explain how human activities (surface mining, deforestation, overpopulation, urban
development, farming, dams, landfills) change the Earth and affect the survival of organisms
7
E.ES.07.42
Describe the origins of pollution in the atmosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere and how
pollution impacts habitats, climate change, threatens or endangers species
7
E.ES.07.81
Explain the water cycle and describe how evaporation, transpiration, condensation, cloud
formation, precipitation, infiltration, surface runoff, ground water, and absorption occur
within the cycle
7
E.ES.07.82
Analyze the flow of water between the components of a watershed, including surface
features (lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands) and ground water.
The “Michigan High School Science Content Expectations” establish what every student is expected to know
and be able to do by the end of high school and outline the parameters for receiving high school credit as recently
mandated by the Merit Curriculum legislation in the State of Michigan. FPS High School Earth Science curriculum
provides students with educational concepts and opportunities important to the overall health and welfare of the
natural environment including the local watershed.
FPS faculty and staff continue to be actively involved with local watershed organizations including the Friends of
the Rouge in providing a variety of watershed and pollution awareness education curriculum throughout the
district.
FPS has completed posting of the Oakland County 24-hour environmental hotline telephone number at each facility,
posting on the FPS stormwater webpage, as well as notification of students and their families through district
newsletters. Staff will continue working with the City of Farmington, City of Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield
Township, and the Oakland County Drain Commission along with other community and watershed groups to
identify ways to promote and expand these efforts throughout the district and/or as part of the FPS Illicit Discharge
Elimination Plan. FPS will also coordinate with each of the local communities and county environmental
department to implement a system for the reporting and recording of illicit connections or discharges. FPS will
implement strategies and measurable goals to identify and correct existing and/or potential illicit discharge points
as part of the IDEP.
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FPS will continue to educate staff, faculty, and students using various venues including educational workshops and
training sessions, along with use of the SEMCOG “Ours to Protect” program including promotion of the “Seven
Simple Steps to Clean Water” program brochures, posters, and educational boards placed throughout the school
district. The “Seven Simple Steps to Clean Water” program is used as the cornerstone to the PEP. In addition to
being promoted on the “Stormwater Awareness” webpage, these materials will be posted throughout the district
and made available to the public through a variety of functions. Copies of the brochures & tip cards that have been
posted throughout the district are provided in appendix “B”.
FPS maintenance, custodial, and transportation staff are conducting training sessions to provide education about
stormwater issues including emphasis on identification and reporting of illicit discharges for employees of the
district.
#2 - Educate the public about the water body that would be potentially impacted by improper actions
at or near a FPS facility.
FPS staff and engineering consultants have prepared a map of the complete MS4. This map includes the location of
individual FPS facilities in association with local municipal boundaries, watershed/sub-watershed boundaries, and
waterways. A copy of this map is posted on the districts “Stormwater Awareness” webpage and is provided in
appendix A.
FPS consultants have also completed storm sewer system maps of each facility. These maps identify all stormwater
conveyances, structures, waterways, outfalls, and connections to other MS4’s. Maps are available on the district
“Stormwater Awareness” webpage for reference and use by FPS maintenance staff for inspection, operation, and
repair throughout the system. Individual facility maps identify the local watershed that accepts discharges of
stormwater from the site as well as the location of rivers, streams, lakes, or other wetlands that could be impacted
by stormwater runoff.
#3 - Educate the public about the availability, location, and requirements of facilities for the collection
and/or disposal or household hazardous wastes, travel trailer sanitary wastes, chemicals, grass
clippings, leaf litter, animal wastes, and motor vehicle fluids.
FPS is working in cooperation with SEMCOG, Alliance of Rouge Communities (ARC), The Rouge Project, Friends of
the Rouge, and the Oakland County Drain Commission’s Environmental Unit to provide educational and training
materials for use throughout the district.
F PS has added information and advertisements for local household hazardous waste collection events sponsored
by local communities along with general chemical and waste management practices on the “Stormwater
Awareness” webpage located on the districts website. This information includes links to the SEMCOG “Ours to
Protect” website as well as other information deemed appropriate to convey these messages. Notifications
advertising the “Stormwater Awareness” webpage will be placed in district and school newsletters throughout the
course of the permit.
In addition, staff will also work to identify potential information gaps and investigate opportunities, other
mechanisms, and information for better promoting the water quality benefits associated with the proper handling
and disposal of hazardous materials and other pollutants. Staff will review in house training programs and update
them as necessary to include watershed awareness and SWMP activities. FPS will continue to educate staff,
faculty, and students using various venues including the “Seven Simple Steps to Clean Water” program brochures,
posters, educational boards and other educational materials developed by the various watershed groups
specifically related to these issues.
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#4 - Educate the public regarding the acceptable application and disposal of pesticides, herbicides,
and fertilizers including the use of phosphorous free fertilizer alternatives, as appropriate.
FPS is currently using several methods to educate the public regarding the appropriate selection, use, application,
handling, and disposal of fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides. These methods include promotion of the SEMCOG
“Seven Simple Steps to Clean Water” brochures & tip cards, addition of materials to the stormwater awareness
webpage, and specific training for facilities and operations staff responsible for lawn care and facility maintenance.
FPS restricts the use of fertilizers throughout the district except for athletic sports fields. Soil tests are routinely
conducted on each athletic sports field and appropriate type and quantity of fertilizer selected based on the
analytical results. FPS has an “Integrated Pest Management Program” (IPMP) which outlines policies, procedures,
and appropriate use of herbicides and pesticides throughout the district. Services are typically contracted to
licensed and trained contractors. Contractors are provided training in regard to the overall FPS SWMP and required
to follow all applicable BMP’s outlined in the plan.
#5 – 9 Educate the public regarding preferred vehicle and equipment cleaning agents and
procedures. Educate the public about proper septic system maintenance and how to recognize system
failures as appropriate. Educate the public about management of riparian lands to protect water
quality. Educate the public about responsibilities and stewardship in the watershed. Educate the
public regarding the benefits of using native vegetation instead of non-native species.
FPS’s promotion of the SEMCOG’s “Ours to Protect” program including the “Seven Simple Steps to Clean Water”
posters, tip cards, and brochures will be used to provide educational information to the public on these topics. In
addition to printed materials, public service announcements and advertisements will be added to the “Stormwater
Awareness” webpage. See Appendix B for examples of brochures and tip cards.
FPS Faculty, students, and parent volunteers participate as much as possible in the “Rouge Education Project
(REP)”. The REP is administered by The Friends of the Rouge and not only tests rivers to determine the water's
health, but also prescribes "treatment" or courses of action. Students, teachers and citizens team up to develop
plans to improve the quality of the river. This component provides another opportunity for experience beyond the
typical classroom setting and promotes stewardship of our natural resources. Schools in FPS system will continue to
participate as possible in the “Rouge Education Project” and other watershed education and participation
opportunities. Students that participate in particular watershed quality activities may receive certificate or other
acknowledgement from the FPS teacher/facilitator to help encourage further involvement with the Friends of the
Rouge and other watershed organizations.
FPS will encourage the public to explore and learn more about water quality and volunteer opportunities by adding
Rouge River related website links to the “Stormwater Awareness” section of the FPS district website.
#10 - Educate commercial, industrial, and institutional entities likely to have significant impact to the
FPS MS4.
FPS will provide specific training and educational materials to maintenance, custodial, transportation, and food
service staff in regard to pollution prevention and good housekeeping requirements associated with this program.
FPS will also work in cooperation with the local municipalities and other watershed partners to promote awareness
of issues surrounding the local watershed and impacts from commercial and industrial activities.
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3.1.3 Public Education Program BMP Table
BMP/Topic
#1 Educate the public
about hazards
associated with illicit
discharges and the
improper disposal of
waste materials,
encourage public
reporting of illicit
discharges or improper
disposal of materials
into the FPS separate
storm sewer system
including development
and publishing a 24hour hotline for
reporting.
Measurable Goal
Evaluation
Method/Record
Keeping
Target
Audience
Responsible
Party
Advertise SWMP and new
awareness webpage in district
newsletters, posters, etc
Place notice in annual newsletter/ Posters
in buildings
Keep a copy newsletter
with date sent out and
number of mailings
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS/AEG
SEMCOG "7 Simple Steps to Clean
Water" Tip cards, brochures, licks to
other pertinent information
Place PDF copies of brochures, tips, and
other related information on the website
and posted in each facility.
keep record of
updates/changes
Students, staff,
faculty and visitors
to school buildings
FPS/AEG
update curriculum table/adjust
curriculum as required
update listing and # of
students for each
topic/grade level
Faculty & Students
FPS Curriculum
place training materials on webpage
when available
memo to staff regarding
availability of
stormwater educational
information on website
FPS Staff
FPS/AEG
Review with staff during annual training
Training Roster
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS SW Manager
Implementation BMP
Review K-12 Science Curriculum to
highlight items applicable to this
program plan
Timeframe
September 1,
2008,+ annual
review and update
Staff training materials
Publicize 24-hour environmental
hot-line phone numbers and
instructions for reporting spills, illicit
discharges, or connections.
about the water body
that would be
potentially impacted by
improper actions at or
near a FPS facility.
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Educate the public on local water
bodies, water quality issues, and
stewardship.
September 2008,
annually
1. track # of calls received on hotline per
year
2. All calls to be addressed-outcome of
calls
Tracking database
Include information, maps, and links to
USEPA/MDEQ/watershed council on
Storm Water website.
Print copy of webpage
whenever it changes.
Number of hits on Storm
Water web site.
Include Watershed Education video link
on website
Number of hits on
streamlining video, if
available
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Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS SW Manager
FPS/AEG
BMP/Topic
Implementation BMP
Timeframe
Promote membership of local
watershed council and other nonprofit organizations on the website
Measurable Goal
Evaluation
Method/Record
Keeping
Supply watershed council membership
information on website
update as necessary
Target
Audience
Responsible
Party
FPS SW Manager
Educate the public on local water
body health and stewardship.
about the availability,
location, and
requirements of
facilities for the
collection and/or
disposal or household
hazardous wastes,
travel trailer sanitary
wastes, chemicals, grass
clippings, leaf litter,
animal wastes, and
motor vehicle fluids.
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Include links to watershed group reports
outlining the health and welfare of the
local watershed
Water web site.
Post SEMCOG tip cards, brochures,
posters, and other local watershed
group information on the webpage
September 2008,
annually
Brochures, tip cards, posters placed
strategically throughout the district.
Keep a copy of each
brochure with number of
brochures distributed
Septic System Inspection &
Maintenance instructions on
webpage
September 2008,
annually
Provide instruction for inspection and
maintenance of residential septic systems
on the district webpage
Copy of webpage
Pet waste
2011 April
Place signs in open spaces reminding
citizens to pick up after their pets
Receipts of
purchase/pictures of
signage
Advertise dates, locations, and
instruction for local municipal
Household Hazardous Waste
Collection
2010, annually
Include information regarding each
municipalities locations and procedures
for HHW on the district webpage
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Water web site.
FPS/AEG
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS SW Manager
BMP/Topic
regarding the
acceptable application
and disposal of
pesticides, herbicides,
and fertilizers including
the use of phosphorous
free fertilizer
alternatives, as
appropriate.
Implementation BMP
Proper lawn car and proper storage
of fertilizers and pesticides posters,
tip cards, and brochures
Staff training
Discontinue practice of allowing
school or other private groups from
holding car wash fund raising
project on school property
Evaluation
Method/Record
Keeping
Target
Audience
Responsible
Party
Advertise the guidance in the district
webpage and newsletter announcements
Copy of advertisement,
newsletter, webpage,
etc. and website
information.
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS SW Manager
train applicable staff regarding the use,
application, and disposal of fertilizers,
pesticides, and herbicides
Copy of training
roster/materials
Staff
FPS/AEG
2008, annually
Advertise brochure in school newsletters
and on webpage
Copy of brochure and
date sent, distribution
list, copy of webpage.
2008 & ongoing
Send notice to all school principals, nonprofit groups, and school club presidents
informing them of the new policy
copy of notice
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS SW Manager
Educate drivers about proper vehicle
care and car washing
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Measurable Goal
2008, annually
SEMCOG brochure for proper car
washing and cleaning agents
regarding preferred
vehicle and equipment
cleaning agents and
procedures.
Timeframe
2010, annually
provide vehicle maintenance and washing
brochures to all student drivers when
applying for a school parking pass
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number of
brochures/parking
passes assigned
FPS Faculty, Staff,
and HS student
drivers
BMP/Topic
about management of
riparian lands to protect
water quality.
Implementation BMP
Include guidance on Storm Water
website and link to watershed
councils webpage on native
vegetation
septic system inspection and
maintenance instruction on
stormwater awareness webpage
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Evaluation
Method/Record
Keeping
Target
Audience
2008, annually
provide educational materials such as
guidance documents, advertisements,
and/or public service announcements
aimed at increasing awareness of riparian
lands
Copy of newsletter,
brochure, date sent,
distribution list, copy of
webpage, etc.
Faculty, staff, and
facility
administrators
Responsible
Party
2010, annually
train applicable staff in identifying
riparian areas, inspection and
maintenance
copy of training
roster/materials
FPS Staff and
contractors as
applicable
2008, annually
include documents and links providing
education on the proper inspection,
maintenance, and disposal of sanitary
wastes
Copy of
webpage/documentation
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
FPS/AEG
Staff training
regarding the benefits
of using native
vegetation instead of
non-native species.
Measurable Goal
FPS/AEG
Staff training
about proper septic
system maintenance
and how to recognize
system failures as
appropriate
Timeframe
Allow for the use of native
vegetation/wild flower planting/rain
gardens at facilities if requested
2010, annually
Train staff responsible for
inspection/maintenance of septic systems
(if applicable)
copy of training
roster/materials
Applicable
supervisors and
staff
Develop and implement policy statement
copy of policy
Students, staff,
faculty and all
community
members
track land area
vegetation changes
Increase overall
native vegetation
and decrease lawn
area throughout
FPS’s jurisdiction
2010, ongoing
FPS/AEG
track and inspect number of wild planting
areas
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BMP/Topic
about responsibilities
and stewardship in the
watershed.
#10 Educate
commercial, industrial,
and institutional entities
likely to have significant
impact to the MS4.
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Implementation BMP
Timeframe
Storm Water Awareness webpage
and use of "7 Simple Steps to Clean
Water" Posters, Brochures, and Tip
cards throughout the district to
promote awareness and encourage
stewardship in the community
September 2008,
Annually
Promote “adopt-a-stream” program
sponsored by Huron River
Watershed Council
require contractors or vendors who’s
activities have potential to impact
water quality to train applicable
staff and follow the requirements of
the SWMP
Measurable Goal
Evaluation
Method/Record
Keeping
1. Promote webpage through district and
school newsletters.
Copy of newsletter article
Target
Audience
Responsible
Party
Students, staff,
faculty, contractors,
and the community
FPS/AEG
2.Post SEMCOG brochures, tip cards, and
posters throughout the district
Track number of
brochures posted in
buildings
2008, ongoing
Advertise “HRWC” information and logo
on newsletters and on website
Copies of newsletters and
website
Students, staff,
faculty, contractors,
and the community
FPS & AEG
September 2010,
ongoing
Notify all applicable contractors/track
and record contractor staff training
certifications
review records to ensure
all contractor have
certified that employees
have been trained
appropriately
FPS Staff and
contractors as
applicable
FPS/AEG
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3.1.4 Stakeholders, individuals, and organizations contacted in the process of preparing the
Public Education Plan.
FPS staff, students and families
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG)
Ms. Cathy Milberg, Friends of the Rouge
Ms. Emily Hughes, Rouge Education Project
Ms. Amy Ploof, Oakland County Drain Commission, Environmental Department
Ms. Dana Calhoun, West Bloomfield Township
Ms. Tracy Slintak, City of Farmington
Mr. Paul Smith, City of Farmington Hills
Ms. Cheryl Cannon, FPS Executive Director of Operational Services
Mr. Ronald Aten, FPS Facilities Architect
Dr. Catherine Cost, FPS Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum
Mr. Steve Mitchell, FPS K-12 Science Coordinator
Ms. Dian Bauman, FPS School & Community Relations Director
Mr. John Shinske, FPS Supervisor of Maintenance
Mr. Don Sinelli, FPS Master Plumber
Ms. Marlan Maxwell, FPS Custodial/Maintenance Coordinator
Ms. Diane Neal, FPS Supervisor of Custodial Services
Mr. Jim Pearse, FPS Energy Manager
Mr. Les Dietz, FPS Transportation Department
3.1.5 Public Education Plan Implementation Goals
1.
To increase the general awareness among the “public” within FPS of the Rouge River watershed including
associated tributaries and specifically how daily activities impact the resource (i.e. build awareness).
2.
Improve the public’s perception of the Rouge River’s existing and future potential as a community asset,
recreational and natural resource (i.e. get people excited about the resource - foster stewardship)
3.
Develop and implement public involvement and education programs through service learning (“Seven
simple steps to clean water” program and the “Rouge Education Project”), materials and activities for the
public in our community, building awareness and fostering stewardship toward the watershed and the
environment as a whole.
4.
Document increases in the number of staff, faculty, students, schools, groups, or individuals from our
community that are participating in existing Rouge River educational efforts including the “Rouge
Education Project” schools, Rouge Rescue volunteers & sites, River Watch groups & miles of river adopted.
5.
Encourage participation in watershed activities through promotion of watershed programs, groups, and
events on the FPS district website, cable channel, and newsletters.
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3.1.6 Communities and Organizations Assisting with Public Education Program
Organization
Program
Contact Person
Friends of the Rouge
Rouge Education Project
Emily Hughes
SEMCOG
Seven simple steps to clean water
Information Services
City of Farmington
Notification of services and events
Paul Smith
City of Farmington Hills
Tracy Slintak
West Bloomfield Township
Dana Calhoun
Oakland County Drain Commission
Educational & training program assistance, 24-hour
hotline assistance
Amy Ploof/Environmental
Department
arch environmental group, inc.
Training programs & workshops
John McDonald/Kory Stevens
3.1.7 Plan for Evaluating Impact of Public Education Program
The Public Education Plan will be evaluated based on progress made towards meeting the BMP objectives described
above. It is anticipated that during the individual Watershed Management Plan development process, the need for
and opportunities to evaluate the success or impact of public education plans will be discussed. To this end, FPS is
willing to discuss its participation in future surveys, and/or studies, to evaluate impacts of the public education plan
with our fellow watershed and/or sub watershed communities, other local school districts, as well as other
organizations or agencies involved in stormwater management/watershed management educational efforts. FPS is
developing a watershed awareness survey and plans to begin implementation in the upcoming year. This survey
will provide a baseline of current student watershed awareness to be used in future surveys. These surveys will be
used to evaluate students’ current awareness of watershed issues and identify opportunities for enhancement of
the PEP. The evaluation mechanisms and results will be briefly described in the annual progress reports. In addition,
tracking the participation of our community’s schools, community groups, and individuals in existing Rouge
Educational programs will be another method of evaluating the impacts of these programs.
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3.2 Public Involvement and Participation Program (PIP)
3.2.1 Public Involvement and Participation Program Objectives
Permit Task Description:
a.
b.
c.
Public notice of the Stormwater Management Plan
Participate in a citizen advisory committee
Work together with stream or watershed groups
Public Input shall be encouraged in all aspects of the stormwater management program. FPS will implement the
following minimum actions in order to involve public participation:
1.
Copies of the approved stormwater management plan shall be available for public inspection via the
Internet and by request to the Board of Education office. The public will be notified when and where it is
available through announcements to be placed in the district newsletters along with notices sent to all
faculty, staff, and students parents through the district list server.
2.
FPS will continue involvement with community groups included in the implementation of the SWMP.
These activities will include providing educational pollution prevention and watershed educational
materials at FPS facilities and on the “Stormwater Awareness” webpage on the districts website.
3.
FPS will pursue active and cooperative partnerships plus information and resource sharing with local
municipal partners along with stream and watershed protection organizations and will inform them of
activities being implemented as part of the stormwater management program. Local partnerships
currently include:
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SEMCOG
City of Farmington
City of Farmington Hills
West Bloomfield Township
Oakland County Drain Commission Environmental Department
Friends of the Rouge
Alliance of Rouge Communities (ARC)
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3.2.2 Public Involvement & Participation Program BMP Table
Appropriate Best Management Practices (BMPs) for this section and measurable goals for each BMP follow:
Objective
Implementation BMP
Timeframe
Measurable Goal
Record Keeping
Target
Audience
Responsible
Party
September
2008, annually
Publish notice in annual district wide
newsletter announcing the new SWMP
including availability for review and
contact information for comments
Keep copy of official
notification and
number of reviews,
minutes, etc.
Students, staff,
faculty,
contractors,
and the
community
FPS/AEG
Monthly/
quarterly
Continue to be active member at
meetings
Keep copy of minutes
and agreed upon
actions
Students, staff,
faculty,
contractors,
and the
community
FPS/Watershed
Groups/AEG
FPS
Environmental
Group/commu
nity at large
FPS SW Manager
notification in annual district
newsletter to publicize updated
SWMP and locations for review
Public notice of
SWMP
Make SWMP available to public
review through website and
Administration Office
Member of local community action
group
Citizen Advisory
Committee (CAC)
Encourage public to get involved in
CAC
Cooperation with
Local watershed
organizations
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continue cooperation with area
watershed groups including the
Huron River Watershed Council and
the Friends of the Rouge
2008, Annually
and Ongoing
Include request and advertisements for
public participation opportunities on
webpage
Bi-annually
(2011, 2013)
Send collected water quality monitoring
data to watershed groups for input on
program enhancement.
2008 &
Ongoing
Work with local organizations to
improve program through prioritization,
surveys, and education.
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Copies of data
forwarded to
applicable
organizations
copies of survey or
other requests
3.3 Illicit Discharge Elimination Program (IDEP)
The following FPS Illicit Discharge Elimination Program is designed to prohibit and effectively eliminate illicit
discharges, including discharges of sanitary wastewaters, to the permitted separate stormwater drainage systems.
3.3.1 IDEP Program Objectives
1) Develop and implement policy and procedures to regulate the contribution of pollutants to the MS4,
prohibit illicit discharges including direct dumping or disposal of pollutants into the MS4, inspect and
monitor suspected illicit connections or discharges, and require the elimination of identified illicit
connections or discharges into the MS4.
2) Develop and implement a program to find and eliminate illicit connections and discharges the MS4
including:
A. Development of storm sewer system maps showing the location of all discharge points and the
names and locations of all surface waters that receive discharges from the MS4.
B. Identification of areas prioritized for “Dry-Weather Screening” for detection and elimination of
illicit discharges.
C. A plan and procedure to perform “Dry-Weather Screening” of each discharge point at least once
every five (5) years.
D. Procedures for identification of detected illicit discharges.
E. Procedures for eliminating illicit discharges and pursuing enforcement action including response
to spills and emergency situations.
3) Develop a program to train staff, especially those involved in illicit discharge related activities and those
have field jobs with the potential to witness illicit discharges and connections including:
A. The definition of illicit discharges, illicit connections, and sanitary seepage
B. Techniques for locating illicit discharges including field screening, source identification, and
recognizing illicit discharges and connections
C. Methods for eliminating illicit discharges
D. Proper procedures for responding to spills and emergency situations
E. A schedule and requirement for initial training of appropriate staff, with recurrent (refresher)
training once every three (3) years.
3.3.2 Illicit Discharge Elimination Program Policy
Prevention of pollution from storm water runoff and the protection of the quality of the waters of the State of
Michigan are of utmost importance to Farmington Public School District (FPS). FPS currently owns and operates
twenty-seven (27) sites with separate storm sewer systems that discharge to surface waters or other municipal
storm sewer systems (MS4s). The following policy has been developed for the elimination of illicit connections and
discharges as part of the “FPS Storm Water Management Program Plan” (SWMP). The purpose of these guidelines
and associated procedures are to outline the steps to be taken by FPS to locate, identify, and eliminate illicit
connections and/or discharges from FPS facilities.
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“Illicit discharge” means any discharge (or seepage) to the separate stormwater drainage system that is not
composed entirely of stormwater or uncontaminated groundwater. Illicit discharges include but are not limited to
the following:
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Dumping of motor vehicle fluids
Improper disposal of household hazardous wastes
Grass clippings
Leaf litter
Pet & other animal wastes
Unauthorized discharges of sewage
Industrial wastes
Restaurant wastes
Vehicle & equipment wash waters
Any non-stormwater waste
“Illicit connection” means a physical connection to the drainage system that 1) primarily conveys illicit
discharges into the drainage system or 2) is not authorized or permitted by the local authority (where a local
authority requires such authorization or permit).
Farmington Public School District’ (FPS) policy is to eliminate all illicit connections or discharges from their facilities
and restrict the discharge of polluting substances to the separate storm sewer system. The process to achieve
these goals will consist of the inspection and screening or all storm sewer systems and elimination of any improper
connection from any FPS facility to any waterway or the municipally owned separate storm sewer system (MS4).
3.3.3 Illicit Discharge Elimination Program Procedures
Farmington Public School District has developed the following program to inspect all separate storm sewer systems
within the jurisdiction, prepare mapping of all storm water conveyances, locate discharge points, conduct dryweather screening of outfalls, and complete testing of outfalls (if necessary) to identify the presence of potential
illicit connections or discharges.
Dry-Weather Screening Procedures
FPS will conduct dry-weather screening of all outfalls and discharge locations at least once every 5 years. Dryweather screening will be conducted by State of Michigan Certified Industrial Stormwater Operators. Certified
operators will inspect each outfall or discharge point following a period of at least 48-72 hours or dry weather.
Visual inspection observations will be described on the “FPS Outfall Inspection Log” (see appendix “C”).
Samples will be collected from outfalls with flowing water or other indications of illicit discharge. Field screening of
samples will be conducted by the certified operator to determine potential presence of illicit discharges. At a
minimum, collected samples will be analyzed for pH, ammonia, surfactants, and temperature. Additional physical
and/or chemical analysis may be conducted based on the determination of the certified operator to provide
evidence of potential illicit connections or discharges.
Illicit Discharge Identification Procedures
Where results of inspection or analysis indicate an illicit discharge, FPS will conduct investigations to determine the
source or location of the discharge or connection. Investigations will include review of illicit discharge indicator
parameter analysis results, dye tracing, smoke testing, video camera inspection, and documented visual
observations. Certified operators will use the applicable testing or tracing method to investigate upstream
conveyances to locate the source of the discharge.
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Illicit Discharge or Connection Elimination Procedures
Illicit discharges from FPS facilities will be corrected using the most expedient method possible based on the type
and configuration of the discharge or connections. Illicit connections will be immediately capped, closed, or
temporarily re-routed to the sanitary sewer or other collection system until permanent repairs can be completed.
Other illicit discharges or releases of polluting materials will be corrected through administrative measures
including employee training, placement of signs or markings, policy revisions, or any other steps necessary to
eliminate the continued release of polluting materials to the MS4.
Evidence of illicit discharges traced to other MS4 jurisdictions will be provided to the responsible MS4 operator
along with any collected data to assist the MS4 operator in completing their investigations to correct the illicit
discharge or connection. FPS will cooperate with the MS4 operator in determining the source or type of illicit
discharge and/or connection and will follow-up to ensure that appropriate action has been completed by the MS4
operator to eliminate the discharge.
3.3.4 Polluting Materials Emergency and Spill Response Policy and Procedures
Purpose
This policy and associated procedures have been developed to define appropriate and safe response procedures for
spill or accidental releases of hazardous materials or substances at all Farmington Public School District facilities.
Policy
Farmington Public School District will comply with all Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements for the
management and reporting of all hazardous materials and/or waste releases.
The Facilities Management Department will maintain responsibility for monitoring any changes in regulatory
requirements regarding hazardous materials and waste spills or accidental releases. This policy will be revised as
necessary based upon any changes in the regulatory requirements or internal experiences.
All hazardous materials spills or releases will be thoroughly investigated by the Facilities Management Department
and reported to the Executive Director of Operational Services. The Executive Director of Operational Services will
be responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing procedures for managing hazardous materials spill
response and associated employee education and training for compliance with the policy and procedures.
Emergency Spill Response Procedures
Each facility having the potential for the release of a hazardous material or substance shall have trained and
knowledgeable staff members to respond and/or implement spill response procedures for that facility. Spill
containment materials such as absorbent pigs, pads, booms, diking materials, storm drain covers, etc. are to be
stored and maintained at all facilities for use by trained employees in the event of a spill or accidental release.
The following general guidelines are to be implemented as applicable in managing spills and accidental releases:
1)
For spills in which there is no immediate dangers to employees, students, or the general public and does
not represent a danger of contamination to a sanitary sewer, storm sewer, of the ground:
A. Contain spill to the smallest area possible.
B. Review the Material Safety Data Sheet for determination of proper spill handling, and appropriate
personal protective equipment selection.
C. Place compatible absorbent material or spill pads on the area.
D. Clean up and containerize the absorbent materials.
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E.
2)
Contact the Maintenance department for waste disposal instructions and additional cleaning
requirements.
For a spill that represents an immediate danger to employees, students, or the general public and/or
has the potential to impact the sanitary sewer, storm sewer, or the ground:
A. Notify the Facilities Management Department at (248) 489-3440.
B. If there is the treat of fire, explosion, or if any person(s) exhibit severe symptoms of exposure, contact
911 to initiate local emergency services.
C. Alert anyone in the area and begin evacuation procedures.
D. Use booms or other absorbents to dike the spill area if safe to do so, and secure the area from
unauthorized personnel. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet to determine the proper personal
protective equipment.
E. Remove all sources of ignition for releases of flammable or combustible materials.
F. The Facilities Management Department will initiate all notification procedures and contact contracted
emergency response company to mitigate and remediate the release.
G. Complete the “Hazardous Material or Waste Spill Exposure Form” for all exposed persons.
H. The Facilities Architect will assess the spill and notify all agencies as required.
3)
Spills of Elemental Mercury
A. Contact the Facilities Management Department immediately.
B. Remove all personnel from the immediate spill area without traveling through the spill area, and if
possible, close the door and lower the thermostat in the affected room.
C. Keep all potential contaminated persons in a close area to the spill but outside of the affected area to
minimize additional exposure to mercury vapors.
D. Remove and containerize any potentially contaminated clothing or other articles from affected
persons.
E. Facilities Management will contact the emergency response company to clean-up the spill and
properly decontaminate and/or dispose of all contaminated articles.
This guidance has been developed in anticipation of potential releases of hazardous materials and substances. The
procedures outlined in this guidance should only be implemented by those persons who have received sufficient
training and are competent in the handling of the released material.
3.3.5 Illicit Discharge Elimination Program (IDEP)- Best Management Practices (BMPs)
The following BMPs will be implemented to investigate potential illicit discharges from FPS facilities:
BMP #1
Development of facility specific storm sewer system maps will be completed through review of
existing site diagrams and conducting site inspections to verify and/or identify storm sewer
conveyances, identify location of all outfalls, and determine waterway or other MS4 where the
stormwater discharges or leaves the subject property.
BMP #2
Dry weather screening of all outfalls will be conducted, all stormwater structures will be
inspected, and outfalls will be inspected and tested for illicit discharge parameters where
indicated as necessary. Dye tracing of storm lines or sewer drains located in sensitive areas will
also be completed as necessary. The final facility MS4 maps will identify all storm system
structures and other conveyances, all outfalls, and the receiving water or other MS4 operator to
which the point sources discharge.
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BMP #3
Update facility diagrams with the location of stormwater structures and conveyances, along with
the location of any outfalls, and the water body name or other MS4 operator’s name identifying
where the stormwater discharges.
BMP #4
Eliminate illicit discharge connections if found during investigation and mapping phase.
BMP #5
FPS maintenance, transportation, and custodial staff are trained annually in proper handling of
hazardous materials and substances and to prevent inadvertent disposal of materials into
river/waterway.
BMP #6
FPS requires the washing of vehicles and equipment only in vehicle wash bay or bus wash facility
areas with drains to sanitary sewer lines.
BMP #7
FPS will continue to investigate each facility including sensitive areas such as garage floor drains
and auto shop classrooms to ensure proper use and maintenance of oil-water separators and that
they are connected to the proper sewer system.
BMP #8
FPS conducts routine inspections of maintenance areas, garage buildings, and auto shop
classroom for proper storage of polluting materials (proper storage of vehicle fluids, cleaning
chemicals, landscape pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers).
BMP #9
evaluate all existing buffer areas and ensure proper maintenance. FPS presently uses mulching
mowers, therefore grass clippings and leaf litter will be worked into existing lawn areas. All
drainage from these areas will pass through natural buffer areas to filter discharge. All turf areas
other than athletic fields are cut to 3” length, field turf is cut to 2 ½”.
BMP #10
Inspect all river or stream bank areas on or adjacent to FPS properties to ensure proper use of
BMPs to avoid erosion problems.
BMP #11
FPS will conduct re-inspections of storm sewer system structures and conveyances, including dry
weather screening and outfall testing at least once every five years.
3.3.6 Use of Tracer Dye
Use of tracer dyes for dye testing activities requires pre-approval from the Michigan Department of Environmental
Quality (MDEQ)-Water Bureau and only MDEQ approved dyes may be used. FPS will apply to the MDEQ for
approval to conduct dye testing of the storm system prior to conducting these activities.
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The following table provides a list dyes approved for use by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality:
DYE NAME
CAS NUMBER
ALTERNATE NAME
Blue AZO Liquid
3844-45-9
Blue Dye
Fluorescein
518-47-8
CI Acid Yellow 73
FLT Yellow/Green
Fluorescein FLT
Fluorescein LT
Sodium Fluorescein
Uranine
Acid Red 388
Rhodamine WT
37299-86-8
Lissamine Yellow FF
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FAV
12,000 ug/l
30 mg/l
13 mg/l
CI Acid Yellow 7
Brilliant Sulphoflavine FF
Brilliant Acid Yellow 8G
200 mg/l
3.3.7 IDEP Stormwater Program Schedule
BMP #
TASK
1
Review Engineering
Drawings
2
DESCRIPTION
100% of all plans reviewed /
all areas field checked
where plans are not
available
100% inspections completed
Complete mapping of all facility storm
sewer systems including outfalls,
structures, conveyances, and discharge
points
Reroute to proper discharge facility
100% Maps updated and
completed
12/15/10
Eliminate 100% of identified
illicit connections
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Mark stormwater
structures
To indicate the SW Operator & the river
or waterway they drain into & to inform
the public not to dump anything into
these structures.
100% of all newly installed
structures marked (also see
PEP and PPP)
2008,
Ongoing &
as
necessary
Staff Training
Train staff on the proper use, handling,
cleanup, and disposal of illicit materials
100 % annually for
applicable staff, track
number of People trained
2008/
annually
Vehicle washing
Instruct staff and post areas for proper
location to wash vehicles
100% annually, track
number of people trained
2008/
Ongoing
Garage, auto shop, and
facility floor drains
Investigate to determine if floor drains
are connected properly and ensure oilwater separator and maintained and
working properly
Investigate chemical storage areas for
proper storage, spill containment,
markings, etc.
100% of drains investigated
Completed
2009
100% of chemical storage
areas inspected
2008/
Ongoing
Conduct soils analysis on areas which use
fertilizers to determine required fertilizers
and trace elements to provide an
acceptable turf condition
20% Reduction of fertilizer
content and number of
applications
2008/
Ongoing
Identification and
investigation of
conveyances and dry
weather screening and
outfall testing
MS4 mapping
Illicit Connections
4
6
7
8
Storage of materials
9
10
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DEADLINE
Assure that illicit discharges connections
are connected to the correct sewer. If
drawings are not adequate, field
investigations will be conducted.
Conduct an investigation of all storm
water conveyances and complete dye
weather screening and outfall testing to
identify and eliminate illicit discharges
3
5
MEASURABLE GOAL
Turf management
program
Completed
6/1/10
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BMP #
TASK
11
12
13
DESCRIPTION
MEASURABLE GOAL
Provide natural buffers
prior to points of
discharge
Review points of discharge and develop
natural buffers. Properly maintain buffer
areas.
Number of discharge points
protected/maintenance
conducted
Conduct Bank
Inspections
Inspect banks along FPS properties to
identify erosion or potential erosion
problems and check for water clarity
conditions
Following initial inspection of mapped
MS4, re-inspect system at least once
every five (5) years
100% of bank inspections
completed
Re-inspection of storm
system conveyances, dry
weather screening,
outfall testing, and bank
erosion inspections
DEADLINE
12/15/10
12/15/10
100% of all structures,
outfalls, and conveyances
re-inspected and tested if
necessary
12/31/12
3.3.8 Illicit Discharge Identification and Elimination Training Program
FPS will provide illicit discharge identification and elimination training for maintenance, operation, and
transportation department staff. Specific training programs will be based on individual job functions. Training
programs will include identification of BMPs, review of site storm sewer system maps, operation and maintenance
of BMPs, identification and reporting of illicit discharges and connections.
BMP operation and maintenance manuals will be developed for each facility and include a listing of all structural
and non-structural controls along with specific guidance and instructions for each BMP. BMP O&M manuals will
include schedules for routine inspection and maintenance as well as policies and procedures for collection,
transportation, and disposal of wastes collected during maintenance operations.
Responsible staff will be trained at least once every three (3) years.
3.4
Post Construction Stormwater Controls for New Developments &
Redevelopment Projects
3.4.1 Post Construction Stormwater Management Program Objectives
Permit Task Description
The goal of the Post Construction Management Program is to implement and enforce a program to minimize
stormwater discharges and to increase the water quality into the drainage system from new development and
redevelopment projects.
The purpose of this program and associated procedures are to outline the steps to be taken by FPS to:
1) Protect the environment against pollution and other effects of storm water runoff;
2) Provide for implementation of post-construction storm water controls to manage and prevent
flooding, stream bank erosion, pollution, and other effects of storm water runoff;
3) Establish guidelines and criteria for the design and construction of storm water management systems;
4) Establish Best Management Practices (BMP’s) for the design, construction, maintenance and
operation of the storm water management systems;
5) Provide long-term preservation and maintenance of storm water management systems;
6) Provide for inspection and maintenance of storm water management systems;
7) Address water quality impacts;
8) Address channel protection criteria;
9) Provide for administration and implementation of these guidelines and procedures.
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3.4.2 Post-Construction Stormwater Controls
When required by local municipal, county, state or other governmental agency, Farmington Public School District
will prepare and submit a written application for construction of storm water management systems for all new
construction or redevelopment projects where the area of disturbance exceeds one (1) acre. The application will be
completed in a form and manner as prescribed by the local municipality or governing unit in which the property is
located. The application will include all proposed modifications to the existing storm water management system(s).
In addition, storm water runoff controls for post-construction conditions shall be addressed.
In designing storm water management systems, FPS will consider all relevant and appropriate factors, including:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Public health, safety, welfare, and the environment;
The long-term impact of storm water runoff on, from and beyond the property boundaries;
The natural drainage pattern of the land;
The impact of construction activity on the affected watershed(s);
The effect of complete development upstream of the subject property as determined by applicable
master plans and/or other storm water management plans, if any exist;
The extent of downstream improvements necessary for proper storm water drainage.
FPS will identify and determine appropriate structural and non-structural controls to reduce water runoff volume
and improve water quality. Whenever possible, FPS will strive to minimize the use of paved surfaces, preserve
natural vegetation, and use grassy swales or other natural vegetation to slow and/or absorb runoff and increase
nutrient and water uptake.
3.4.3 Operation and Maintenance of Stormwater Controls
Farmington Public School District will identify all storm water controls and mechanisms for all new construction or
redevelopment projects where the area of disturbance exceeds one (1) or more acres. FPS will develop “BMP
Operation and Maintenance” guidance manuals for each property, and:

Develop a map of each facility identifying the location and type of structural controls, if any exist.

Develop a guidance manual that will provide a listing of structural controls including a site diagram
showing the location of each control, instructions for inspection and operation, and the inspection and/or
maintenance schedules.
The Facilities Architect will ensure that local work instructions are developed based on BMP and O & M Guidance
Manuals. FPS trained staff or certified contractors will conduct routine inspection of all identified structural
controls and complete maintenance, repair or replacement as necessary.
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3.4.4 Minimum Treatment Volume Standards for Post-Construction Controls
Farmington Public School District will ensure that the minimum treatment volume standard for each new
construction or redevelopment of projects where the area of disturbance exceeds one (1) acre shall be:
1.
2.
One inch of runoff from the area of new construction or redevelopment, or
A Two-Year, 24-hour storm event (see Section 5.0 below) as established by the Wayne County
DOE Water Quality Division utilizing a discharge rate of 0.20 cubic feet per second per acre based
on the area of new construction or redevelopment.
Treatment methods shall be designed on a site specific basis to reduce the discharge of sediment from the site.
Such methods may include:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Stand pipe filters in storm water detention basins;
Sediment filter tanks;
Catch basin sumps;
Aqua-Swirls®;
Treatment trains;
Rain Gardens;
Pervious pavement systems.
3.4.5 Channel Protection Criteria for Post-Construction Controls
Farmington Public School District understands that channel protection criteria is necessary to maintain postdevelopment storm water runoff volumes and peak flow rates at or below existing levels for all storms up to the 2year, 24-hour event. “Existing Levels” means the runoff volume and peak flow rate for the last land use prior to the
planned new development or redevelopment. Where more restrictive channel protection criteria already exists, or
is needed to meet the goals of reducing runoff volume and peak flows to less than existing levels on lands being
developed or redeveloped, use of the more restrictive criteria will be encouraged rather than the standard permit
requirements.
Methods for estimating the pre- and post-development runoff shall follow the standards established by the Wayne
County DOE-Water Quality Division.
All structural and vegetative BMP’s installed as a requirement of this section shall include a plan for maintaining
maximum design performance through long term operation and maintenance.
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3.4.6 General Post Construction Controls - BMP Table
Topic
Implementation BMP
Timeframe
Measurable Goal
Record Keeping
Responsible Party
Passed
February 10,
2009
Board Resolution passed
Copy of Resolution
(provided in Appendix “E”)
FPS SW Manager, AEG,
School Board
Policy developed and implemented by
all staff involved in site plan review.
Keep a copy of the procedure
available
All site plans to be reviewed to
ensure plans are in compliance with
new standards. Plans cannot be
approved without meeting the
standards.
Copies of signed reviews,
approvals, as-builts
Develop and implement an inspection
policy to ensure PC controls are in place
as approved in the site plan
Policy developed and implemented by
all staff involved in site inspections.
Copies of inspections from every
development site
All property owned by FPS and has new
development or substantial
redevelopment will adhere to the Postconstruction control standards
Document all development on
permittee owned property meets the
requirements for PCC
Copies of signed reviews,
approvals, as-builts
Site plan review team
(engineer)
Ensure O&M requirements are met
for all FPS owned BMPs.
Keep copies of BMP O&M plans
and all inspection, maintenance,
and repair reports conducted by
staff or contractors.
qualified contractors
Adopt Water Quality and Channel
Protection standards of permit, as
agreed to in Permit Application, that are
enforceable.
Adopt Operation and Maintenance
requirements for new PC controls
Regulate Post
Construction
Controls at new
development sites
and re-development
sites
Post Construction
Controls at FPS
owned facilities
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Develop and implement policy for site
plan review and approval to meet new
standards
Ongoing/per
project
All FPS owned sites will have an O&M
guidance manual including location,
description, instructions for inspection,
repair, and maintenance, and a schedule
for each BMP.
Engineer
Ongoing
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3.5 Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control
3.5.1 Construction Site Stormwater Program Objectives
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Prohibit discharges to the MS4 that are not in compliance with the construction Permit By Rule
Notify the soil erosion agent and the department of construction deposits into the MS4
Notify the MDEQ when other wastes are discharged
Develop and implement a procedure to ensure that preliminary site plans adequately allow space for
future soil erosion and sedimentation controls, as applicable
Develop and implement a procedure for the receipt and consideration of complaints or other
information submitted by the public regarding construction activities discharging wastes to the MS4
3.5.2 Qualifying Local and State Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Controls
The construction site developer or recorded easement holder shall comply with soil erosion and sedimentation
control requirements under part 91 of the Michigan Act.

The construction site developer or recorded easement holder shall control waste such as discarded
building materials, concrete truck washout, chemicals, litter, and sanitary waste at the construction
site that may cause adverse impacts to water quality.

Potential water quality impacts shall be considered during site plan reviews for all construction
activities.

Sites shall be inspected during construction and control measures shall be enforced.
3.5.3 Potential Additional Construction Control
Because each site has its’ own special circumstances and conditions the following BMPs will be used as appropriate
according to site conditions.
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

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Reduce runoff from the site to greatest extent possible (provide holding basins, divert water through
grassed swales).
Prevent spills and discharges.
Control waste such as building materials, concrete washout, chemicals, litter, and sanitary waste.
Phasing will be considered to limit amount of exposed soils.
Interim soils stabilization methods are to be considered (temporary seeding, mulching etc.).
Buffer preservation (avoid exposing soils to property limits)
Inspection staff will be trained in the proper maintenance and operation of Soil Erosion and Silt
Prevention measures
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3.5.4 Construction Site Stormwater & Sediment Runoff Controls-BMP Table
BMP
Description
Measurable Goal
Deadline
Responsible Party
Soil erosion and
sedimentation
control
requirements
Construction site developer or recorded easement holder
shall abide by soil erosion and sedimentation control
requirements shall obtain all required to obtain all
permits and implement require measures
100% Required permits
obtained
Ongoing per
project
FPS SW
Manager/Construction
Manager/AEG
Control waste
Construction site developer or recorded easement holder
shall control all waste.
Ongoing per
project
Plan review for
potential water
quality impacts
Plans will be reviewed at preliminary, final and
construction document review stages. Specific BMP’s to
be used will be determined during this review.
Construction site
inspections. 100%
compliance.
Reduce negative
impacts on water
quality
Construction
inspection
FPS certified SW operator will observe construction
operations to enforce control measures
Reduced number of
system failures
Ongoing per
project
Notification of
deposit
Staff shall notify DEQ within 24 of contaminant deposit or
imminent deposit.
Control of potential
system failure
Review of spatial
adequacy
During plan review plans will be scrutinized for required
space to implement soil erosion measures
Reduced number of soil
erosion control failures
Ongoing on an
incident-byincident basis.
Ongoing per
project
Complaint log
Provide a system to track complaints involving
stormwater runoff from construction site and record
resolution of these complaints
100% of complaints
successfully resolved
Ongoing per
project
FPS SW
Site Certified SW Operator
FPS SW
Manager/Engineer/permit
enforcement agency (City,
Township, County)
FPS SW
FPS SW
FPS SW
Manager/Engineer/permit
enforcement agency (City,
Township, County)
FPS SW
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project
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3.6 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping Program
3.6.1 Pollution Prevention & Good Housekeeping Program Objectives
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance through a program of operation & maintenance of BMPs, with the
ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff to the maximum extent practicable from operation that
discharge storm water to surface waters of the state.
Employee/Contractor Training
Develop and implement an effective training program for appropriate staff & contractors that affect water quality
entering the MS4 including the following topics:
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Park & open space maintenance
Fleet & building maintenance
New construction & land disturbances
Storm sewer system maintenance
Roadway & parking area maintenance
Spill & emergency situation response
Herbicide, Pesticide, & Fertilizer use, application, handling, storage, and disposal
Structural Storm Water Control Effectiveness
Develop and implement a program inspect, operate, and maintain storm sewer system structural controls in a
manner adequate to maintain pollution prevention effectiveness and to reduce the contribution of pollutants to the
surface waters of the state.
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


Develop & implement a schedule for inspection and maintenance of BMPs
Prepare and submit a summary list of all FPS properties and structural controls to the MDEQ
Develop and implement procedures to properly dispose of hazardous wastes, liquid industrial
wastes, & solid wastes from operations & maintenance of structural controls
Ensure that newly constructed BMPs are installed based on the minimum treatment volume
standard, channel protection criteria and other procedures identified in the “Post-Construction
Stormwater Control” program
Roadways, Parking Lots, and Bridges
Construct, operate, and maintain streets, roads, parking areas, bridges, and other impervious infrastructure in a
manner designed to reduce the discharge of pollutants into the MS4 or surface waters of the state including those
related to snow removal.
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Reduce the runoff of “Total Suspended Solids” from all paved surfaces to the maximum extent
practicable
Prevent runoff of salt and sand applied for improved traction to the maximum extent practicable
Investigate & implement appropriate BMPs to control dust and suspended solids from unpaved
surfaces
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3.6.2 Fleet Maintenance and Storage Yards/Facilities
FPS has developed and implemented a “STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP)” for both the
district’s Transportation & Maintenance Facilities. The Transportation facility is located at 32500 Shiawassee
Street, in Farmington Hills, Michigan and houses the districts fleet of buses. The Maintenance Operations facility is
located at 29350 W. Ten Mile Road in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Both Facility SWPPPs have been prepared as
required in Appendix to General Permit No. MIS49000 including:
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Develop a map identifying all buildings & permanent structures, storage or disposal areas,
secondary containment structures, stormwater discharge locations, stormwater inlets, other
NPDES permitted discharges, outlines of drainage areas, structural controls, vegetated areas,
exposed or erodible soils, impervious surfaces, name & location of receiving waters, and any
areas of known or suspected impacts on surface waters
Prepare a listing of all significant materials that could pollute stormwater including a description
of ways the material could be exposed to storm water, an evaluation and description of the
reasonable potential for contribution to runoff, and identification of discharge points through
which materials could be discharged if released
Listing of significant spills or leaks of polluting materials that occurred at areas exposed to
precipitation or that otherwise discharge to a point source at the facility during the past 3 years
Summary of existing stormwater discharge sampling data (if available)
Program for routine maintenance of structural controls
Schedule for comprehensive quarterly site inspections
Description of good housekeeping procedures
Description of material handling procedures and storage requirements for polluting materials
Spill cleanup procedures and equipment
Identification of areas with a high potential for significant soil erosion
Description of employee training program
Identification of polluting materials expected to be present in storm water discharges
Description of structural controls required for treatment of impacted storm water
It is the ultimate goal of Farmington Public School District to prevent and reduce pollutant/contaminant runoff
from FPS facilities or maintenance operations into the Rouge River Watershed to the maximum extent practicable.
3.6.3 Employee/Contractor Training Program
FPS will provide education and training for employees and contractors using a variety of methods depending on the
specific job function. At a minimum, all FPS employees will be required to have general awareness training on the
topics included in the PEP. All FPS employees will be required to attend or otherwise obtain general awareness
training at least once every five (5) years.
FPS employees and contractors whose jobs or duties would have the potential to impact stormwater quality or
could be in a position to identify illicit connections/discharges will be provided additional function specific training.
Function specific training will include information on identification of illicit discharges or connections, reporting
instructions, emergency situation response & spill cleanup methods, BMP operation & maintenance, chemical and
other polluting material handling, use, application, storage, and disposal. Function specific training will be
provided on an annual basis for all new employees and contractors. Existing employees will be required to attend
refresher training at least once every three (3) years or when their job duties or responsibilities change.
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3.6.4 Structural BMP Operation & Maintenance
Structural BMP operation, inspection, and maintenance guidebooks will be developed for each FPS facility to ensure
that they are well maintained and continue to function properly. BMP guidance manuals will include a description
of each BMP located at the specific facility, a map showing the type and location of each structure, schedule for
inspection based on the specific structures, along with instructions for proper operation and recommended
maintenance.
3.6.5 Structural Stormwater Control Effectiveness
All structural controls will have routine maintenance, maintenance schedules, and long-term inspection procedures
which adequately control, to the maximum extent practicable, pollution removal and control. All structural BMPs
will be identified and inspected as part of the district wide storm sewer system mapping, screening, and testing
schedule.
Included with Table 2 (following) is a listing of facilities owned and/or operated by Farmington Public School District
along with an inventory of structural stormwater controls and schedule for inspection and maintenance:
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3.6.5 Facility List and Structural Control Inventory & Schedule
Facility Name
Facility Type
Type of Structural Control
No. of controls
Inspection/Maintenance
Schedule
Comments:
Ten Mile Bus
Garage/Administration
Building
Transportation
Facility
Catch Basin
10
Inspect Annually/Clean
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Schools Staff in 2007.
Stormwater Conveyance Channel
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
11
Out as Needed
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
11
Out as Needed
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
4
Out as Needed
Alameda Elementary
Beechview Elementary
Cloverdale Elementary
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Elementary School
Elementary School
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Mapped by
Farmington Public
Schools Staff in 2007
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Facility Name
Facility Type
No. of controls
Schedule
Comments:
Dunckel Middle School
Middle School
Catch Basin
4
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
1
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
15
Out as Needed
1
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
11
Out as Needed
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
East Middle School
Eagle Elementary
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Elementary School
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Mapped by
Farmington Public
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Facility Name
Facility Type
No. of controls
Schedule
Comments:
Fairview Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
6
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
2
Inspect every 6 Months,
Clean as needed
Catch Basin
5
Out as Needed
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
45
Out as Needed
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Farmington Community
School
Farmington High School
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High School
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Mapped by
Farmington Public
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Facility Name
Facility Type
No. of controls
Schedule
Comments:
Flanders Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
10
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Catch Basin
5
Out as Needed
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Forrest Elementary
Elementary School
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Farmington Training Center
Elementary
Catch Basin
5
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Gill Elementary
Elementary
Catch Basin
14
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Power Middle School
Middle School
Catch Basin
14
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
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Facility Name
Facility Type
No. of controls
Schedule
Comments:
High Meadow Common
Campus
Elementary
Catch Basin
11
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Farmington Harrison High
School
High School
Catch Basin
55
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Retention Pond
1
Out as Needed
Hillside Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
11
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Kenbrook Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
28
Out as Needed
Aqua Swirl
1
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Catch Basin
21
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
2
Inspect every 6
Months/Clean out as
needed
Lanigan Elementary
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Facility Name
Facility Type
No. of controls
Schedule
Comments:
Longacre Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
17
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
North Farmington High
School
High School
Catch Basin
49
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Warner Middle School
Middle School
Catch Basin
16
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
William Grace Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
12
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Wood Creek Elementary
Elementary School
Catch Basin
13
Out as Needed
Aqua Swirl
1
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Catch Basin
14
Out as Needed
Mapped by
Farmington Public
Wooddale Elementary
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3.6.7 Operation & Maintenance Waste Disposal Procedures
Waste materials generated from operation, maintenance, and cleaning activities associated with storm sewer
systems has, in the past, typically been discharged back into the storm sewer system. This type of discharge is
unauthorized per Part 31, Water Resources Protection (Part 31) of the Natural Resources and Environmental
Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended (NREPA) and is therefore illegal. The combined solid and liquid waste
stream (solid/liquid waste) from cleaning storm sewer systems is legally defined as “liquid industrial waste”
pursuant to Part 121, Liquid Industrial Wastes (Part 121) of NREPA.
FPS will ensure that all waste materials generated during operation and maintenance of structural stormwater
controls are properly characterized, transported, and disposed as required under State of Michigan PA 451 part 111
(hazardous wastes), part 121 (liquid industrial wastes), and part 115 (solid wastes). At a minimum, the following
procedures will be implemented for wastes generated from cleaning or maintaining storm sewer structural
controls:
Waste Characterization
Prior to conducting cleaning or maintenance to storm sewer structural controls, a certified stormwater operator
will complete a waste generation determination. This determination will include a visual inspection of the structure
and identification of any waste materials to be generated during the cleaning or maintenance process. The
certified operator will use the “Storm Sewer Structure Operation & Maintenance – Waste Characterization &
Disposal Record” (appendix C) form to document a description of materials currently in the structure and other
observations used to determine if potential contaminants are present.
Visual observations and physical characteristics to be examined and documented as part of the waste
characterization protocols include identification or the presence of:
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Oil or petroleum sheens
Sedimentation or solids
Odors
Color
Staining
Vegetation conditions
Floatables
Other damage to the structure or observations identifying potential contaminants
Visual observations will be recorded and an assessment completed determining if additional testing will be required
prior to removal of the wastes. Contaminated materials will be characterized using physical & chemical analysis as
required to determine if the resulting wastes are hazardous wastes regulated under part 111 of PA 451 (NREPA).
Non-hazardous contaminated materials will be removed and managed as liquid industrial waste as required under
part 121 of PA 451 (NREPA).
Waste Disposal Methods for Non-Contaminated Materials
Non-contaminated waste materials generated during cleaning or maintenance of storm sewer structures will be
properly disposed using one of the following methods:
1.
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Have the waste transported to drying beds to separate the solid/liquid waste. This is usually performed at
a publicly owned treatment plant or at a privately owned permitted facility where the liquid portion of the
waste stream is separated from the solids and treated.
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2.
Request permission from the local wastewater treatment plant operator to discharge the combined
solid/liquid waste into the sanitary system. Most treatment plants will require pre-treatment prior to the
discharge. All applicable local ordinance provisions must be followed.
3.
When conducting catch basin maintenance activities where the above options are not available, the
following method can be used as long as there are no discharges to surface waters during dry weather
conditions.

Conduct visual inspection to ensure the water in the sump has not been contaminated. If necessary,
collect a grab sample of the water and look for signs of contamination such as visible sheen,
discoloration, obvious odor, etc. If there is any doubt of the quality of the water, it should be collected
into a vacuum truck and treated as waste under Part 121 or Part 115 of PA 451 (NREPA).

Using a sump pump, or any other pumping mechanism, remove the majority of water in the sump of
the basin without disturbing the solid material below. Do not use pumps connected to the vacuum
truck’s holding tank.

The clear water may then be directly discharged to one of the following:
o Sanitary system (with prior approval from local sewer authority)
o Curb and gutter
o Back into the storm sewer system as long as it is contained within the system during dry weather
condition to ensure no discharge into surface water
o Applied to the ground adjacent to the catch basin (evenly distributed at a maximum rate of 250
gallons/acre/year)

The remaining liquid/solid in the sump should be collected with a vacuum truck and disposed of offsite in accordance with Parts 115 or 121.
FPS does not currently own or operate storm sewer cleaning or transportation equipment. If FPS contracts with a
private company to transport the liquids generated from cleaning the catch basins or other parts of the sewer
system, that contractor must be registered and permitted as a uniform liquid industrial waste transporter under the
provisions of HMTA.
Waste Disposal Methods for Contaminated Materials
Waste materials generated during operation and maintenance of storm sewer systems found or suspected to be
contaminated with pollutants or hazardous substances will be characterized, packaged, marked, labeled, stored,
transported, and disposed as a regulated waste under Part 121 or Part 115 of PA 451 (NREPA).
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3.6.8 Structural Controls BMP Table
BMP
Description
Measurable Goal
BMP Operation and
Maintenance Manuals
Evaluate all existing
BMP O&M Manuals
100% of evaluations
complete
Develop manuals for
new or existing
structural BMPs that do
not have manuals as of
June 2010
Prepare Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Plan
for Maintenance &
Transportation
facilities/Implement
policies & procedures
Prepare & implement
schedule for inspection
and routine
maintenance for
structural controls at all
facilities
Responsible
maintenance and/or
facilities personnel will
be trained in proper
O&M methods
100% of facilities have
completed O&M
manuals for BMPs
SWPPP Development &
Implementation
Structural Control
Effectiveness
Training/Education
SWPPP Completed &
Implemented/Submitted
to MDNRE for approval
100% of schedules
included in BMP O&M
manuals/Routine
maintenance schedule
implemented
Documentation of 100%
of applicable personnel
in attendance and
training dates.
Deadline
Responsible
Party
Completed,
November 2008
AEG
Completed,
March 2010
AEG
8/1/10
AEG/FPS SW
Manager
Completed,
March 2010
12/31/2010
AEG/FPS SW
Manager
AEG/FPS SW
Manager
3.6.9 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping - Roadways
FPS recognizes the importance of reducing pollutant runoff from roadway and parking areas. The following steps
will be implemented as part of the overall program to diminish impacts to the Rouge River watershed.
General Roadway Cleanup:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Routine cleanup of debris in outside areas
Immediate spill clean up
Use of dry methods and street sweeping to clean pavement instead of hosing down
Periodic commercial sweeping of parking and drive areas.
Winter Road Maintenance and Cleanup:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Stockpiling or keeping all deicing material in waterproof containers
Store deicers on a paved surface to prevent permeation to groundwater
Prevent deicer drainage to storm sewer
Mechanical removal of as much snow or ice as possible prior to applying deicing chemicals
Maintain application equipment in good working condition
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3.6.10 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping – Fleet & Vehicle Maintenance
Oil and greases, dirt, cleaning solvents, battery acid, coolant, and fuels from fleet vehicles and other maintenance
equipment can cause serious contamination to the separate storm sewer system. FPS will take the following steps
to assure vehicle and equipment fluids avoid coming in contact with stormwater runoff:
General Pollution Prevention
FPS existing policy is to keep all vehicles and all machinery properly maintained in order to prevent/minimize
contamination of stormwater systems by automobile fluids. Vehicular/machine maintenance includes but is not
limited to changing/adding fluids (including fuel), lubrication, mechanical repairs, parts degreasing, and vehicle or
equipment washing. FPS does and will continue to perform these activities in manners that minimize the potential
for any contaminants to come into contact with the storm sewer system:
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All vehicle or equipment maintenance will take place inside or away from storm drains.
Floor drains in vehicular maintenance areas will be inspected and dye-tested to verify that they are
connected to the sanitary sewer and NOT the storm sewer.
All vehicles will be routinely checked for leaking oil and fluids. Repairs will be made immediately upon
discovery of leaks.
Bus drivers and equipment operators will conduct daily inspections for leaks as part of their routine
vehicle inspection.
Drip pans or other containment structures will be used to contain leaks or drained fluids from vehicles.
Collected vehicle fluids will be stored in an approved waste or recycling drum. The container will be
labeled with contents and will be removed and disposed of as necessary by a licensed liquid industrial
waste hauler.
Any oil-water separators in maintenance garages will be inspected routinely and pumped out as
necessary to maintain efficiency. FPS will maintain records incopies of waste manifests and/or dates
maintenance is conducted.
All maintenance and transportation employees are provided training in proper handling and storage
of vehicular and equipment fluids and cleanup practices upon hiring.
Spill clean-up kits will be maintained at all FPS facilities for use in containment or cleanup of releases that may
impact the storm sewer system. Spill kits will include absorbent pads, pigs, socks, floor-dry, drip pans, protective
gloves, goggles, broom, and shovel at a minimum to be used in the event of a chemical spill or release.
Vehicle and Equipment Fluids
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All vehicle and related equipment fluids shall be stored indoors and away from storm sewer drains.
Vehicle and related fluids will be stored off the ground/paving by use of pallets, shelving.
All fluids will be stored away from vehicle use/traffic areas within the garage.
All fluids will be labeled with manufacturer label if available or with other appropriate labels.
Staff will abide by all use instructions on labels of all fluid containers.
Secondary containment will be used for storage of all large containers (i.e. 5-55 gallon drums) or bulk
storage tanks.
All fluids shall be properly characterized, transported using a “Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest” by
a licensed liquid industrial waste hauler, and disposed of as necessary by a permitted TSDF, recycling
facility, or other liquid industrial waste handling facility.
All FPS maintenance garages will keep a spill kit available at the garage in an obvious and easily accessible location.
At a minimum, these kits will include absorbent pads, pigs, socks, floor-dry, drip pans, protective gloves, goggles,
broom, and shovel. If the spill kit or components are used, it will be replenished immediately.
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Vehicle Maintenance
Maintenance of vehicles can be threat to stormwater quality. To prevent accidental contamination to the separate
storm sewer system, FPS will institute a strict policy requiring the following:
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All maintenance operations to be conducted within a maintenance garage.
All changing of fluids will be done indoors or away from storm drains.
Storm drains will be marked or labeled to indicate that they drain to the local waterway.
All accidental spills will be contained and cleaned immediately.
All drains within maintenance garage will be dye tested to assure that no drains flow into the
separate storm sewer system.
Drip pans will be used to collect leaks from vehicles.
All collected fluids will be stored in marked containers for recycling or disposal and transported only by
licensed liquid industrial waste hauler.
Oil/water separators will be inspected and maintained on a regular schedule.
As indicated in other sections storm drains will be marked and personnel will be instructed to assure proper cleanup
procedures are employed and no contaminants will be permitted to be dumped, accidentally deposited, or allowed
to drain into storm drain structures.
3.6.11 Roadway & Fleet Vehicle Maintenance BMP Table
BMP #
1
2
3
4
5
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Goal
Measurable Goal
Impervious/paved surface area
inspection and cleaning/sweeping
Reduce sediment and prevent
debris entering into storm
sewer system
2010 and
ongoing
All machine/vehicle maintenance
practices and activities will be
conducted within a maintenance
garage or enclosed area away from
storm drains.
Prevent machine and vehicle
fluids from entering into the
stormwater system.
Bi-weekly
inspections/track
number of times per
year parking lots are
inspected, cleaned
and/or swept. Track
collected waste
volumes.
Documentation of
machine/vehicle
inspections/repairs and
where repairs took
place.
Continue policy requiring
containment of all spills and clean
up immediately
Contain contaminants and
prevent entry or spread of spill
Document spills and log
reduction of incidents
Current and
Ongoing
Contain all chemicals from vehicle
washing/machine cleansing
Prevent chemicals from
entering into the stormwater
system by using the existing
FPS wash facilities.
Document where
vehicles and machine
cleaning takes place.
Current and
Ongoing
Verify through dye testing that no
outlets are connected to
stormwater systems.
Inspect 100% of floor drains
located in maintenance
garages and any grounds
maintenance facilities will be
dye tested to verify
connection to the appropriate
sanitary sewer system.
Elimination of all
identified illicit
connections
By August 31,
2009
Description
Deadline
Ongoing
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BMP #
Description
Provide drip pans/absorbents for
use under vehicles leaking fluids.
6
Store used motor oil and other
fluids in marked containers for
recycling or disposal by licensed
hauler
7
Mark all new stormwater outfall
structures
8
Goal
A void spreading drips to
other areas of site through
tracking and prevent entry in
stormwater system.
Eliminate waste of reusable
material and dispose of nonrecyclables through an
appropriate method.
Provide ownership
information on newly
constructed outfall structures
Measurable Goal
Deadline
Reduce number of
vehicle leaks
Current and
Ongoing
Reduction in amount of
disposed material and
amount of material
shipped for off-site
disposal.
All new outfall
structures marked
Current and
Ongoing
Ongoing
3.6.12 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping – Food Services
FPS has conducted a complete review policies and procedures for proper handling, use, and disposal of chemical
products and waste materials. Chemical materials are limited to only materials required for proper sanitation of
food service and handling areas. Used cooking oils and greases are collected and shipped off-site by a certified
grease hauling company. Trash collection areas are inspected daily and kept clean of debris. All food service
employees are provided “Safe-Serv” training which includes procedures for proper handling and disposal of sanitary
wastes and cleaning chemicals.
3.6.13 Flood Control Projects
FPS will assess impacts on water quality by examining existing projects for incorporation of additional water quality
protection devices or practices. These projects include combined efforts between FPS, local & state government
units, and local watershed groups.
FPS will examine all existing flood control systems for proper use, working order, and maintenance. Existing
systems will be inspected regularly and marked in accordance with the applicable standards. FPS will continue to
work with the local communities and watershed organizations to identify potential new areas for improvements
throughout the FPS jurisdiction.
3.6.14 Herbicide, Pesticide, and Fertilizer Management & Use
FPS has and will continue to use minimal necessary herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers. Fertilizer is restricted for
use at FPS facilities and is only used on the athletic fields. Soil sampling has been conducted at the athletic fields
and fertilizer uses in these areas are based on the results of these analyses.
In order to decrease the necessity for fertilizer use, and release organic material back into the soil, FPS uses
mulching mowers and leaves lawn clippings on turf areas where possible. Mowing height for grass not used for
athletic fields is mowed at 3” height instead of lower heights in order to increase water uptake and transpiration
and decrease stormwater flow into the watershed.
FPS has an integrated pest management plan (IPMP). The Supervisor of Maintenance is responsible for review and
implementation of the IPMP. This plan is reviewed at least once annually and any other modifications or changes
are updated as necessary. Herbicides are only used in areas requiring curb appeal or on athletic fields if necessary.
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Herbicide, Pesticide, and Fertilizer Management & Use BMPs
BMP
Description
Measurable Goal
Deadline
Integrated Pest Management
Plan
To assure that pest management is
done in the most effective yet least
polluting manner possible.
Successful pest control
documenting use of IPM
methods and materials.
2008 and
ongoing
Facility Nutrient Management
Program
To ensure that the proper types
and quantities of fertilizers are
used to maintain athletic turf
areas and restrict use in other
areas
Documentation of types
and quantities of fertilizers
applied
2008and
ongoing
Herbicide, Pesticide, and
Fertilizer Storage
Provide adequate facilities for
mixing and storage of herbicides,
pesticides, and fertilizers
Inspection and
maintenance of storage
facility areas
2008 and
ongoing
Fertilizer Application
To utilize and follow existing
fertilizer plan designed to minimize
pollutant potential to water tables
and to the watershed.
Documentation times and
types of fertilizers used.
2008 and
ongoing
4.0 Receiving Water Quality Status
Program Assessment and Reporting (2009)
4.1
Receiving Water Quality Status – Rouge River
This data was reported from the Friends of the Rouge – Rouge Education Project 2008-2009 Data Summary Report.
Main 1-2 Rouge River Sub-watershed
Dissolved Oxygen (DO) – There was a slight decrease in DO concentrations from the mean Fall 2008
concentration of 9.5 milligrams per liter (mg/L). The mean Spring 2009 concentration was 9.1 mg/L. The State of
Michigan requires a DO level of 5 mg/L for warm water and 7 mg/L for cold water. The DO levels were above this
required level.
Fecal Coliform – The mean Fall 2008 E. coli concentration was 40 colonies/100 mL water. The mean Spring 2009
E. coli concentration was 136.7 colonies/100 mL water. These levels are below the State of Michigan standard for
total body contact (300 colonies/100 mL water).
Water pH – There was a slight decrease in the measured pH from Fall 2008 mean value of 7.7. The mean Spring
2009 pH was 7.6. The State of Michigan standard for pH is between 6.5 and 9.0, with a change from natural pH less
than or equal to 0.5 units.
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Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) – There was an increase in BOD from the mean Fall 2008 concentration
of 2.9. The mean Spring 2009 BOD was 5.5 mg/L. There is currently no state standard for BOD. The Rouge Program
Office has found that a BOD range of 2 mg/L to 5 mg/L is typical for the Rouge under dry weather conditions. The
Spring 2009 results are above this range.
Change in Temperature – There was a decrease in the change in temperature. The mean Fall 2008 change was
-1°C. The mean Spring 2009 change was 0.2°C. Any discharge into the river should not warm the water more than
5°F (2. 8°C).
Total Phosphates – The mean Fall 2008 concentration of total phosphates was 0.1 mg/L. The Spring 2009
concentration was 0.5 mg/L. The State of Michigan standard is that the level of phosphates must not stimulate
excessive aquatic plant growth. Greater than 0.05 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions.
Nitrates – There was a decrease of nitrates recorded from Fall 2008 to Spring 2009. The mean Fall 2008
concentration was 13. The Spring 2009 concentration was 2.1 mg/L. The level of nitrates must not stimulate
excessive aquatic plant growth. Concentrations greater than 1-2 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions. The Spring
2009 results were within this range.
Turbidity (Q-value) – The mean Q-value for Fall 2008 was 2.75. The mean Q-value for Spring 2009 was 54.2.
Turbidity is a measurement of water clarity. The higher the Q-value, the clearer the water is. The State of Michigan
standard states that water clarity cannot have “unnatural quantities injurious to designated uses” (recreation,
fisheries, municipal water supply, etc.).
Total Suspended Solids – There was an increase in total suspended solids from the mean Fall 2008
concentration of 20 mg/L. The mean Spring 2008 concentration was 575.0 mg/L. The State of Michigan standard
states that water clarity cannot have “unnatural quantities injurious to designated uses” (recreation, fisheries,
municipal water supply, etc.).
Overall Water Quality Value (chemical results) – No state standard exists for overall water quality.
Therefore, a value of 90-100 is “excellent”, 70-90 is “good”, 50-70 “medium”, 25-50 “bad”, and 0-25 “very bad”.
The mean value for Fall 2008 was “good” (80.14). The mean value for Spring 2009 was “medium” (64.1). There has
been a decrease in to the overall water quality from 2008 to 2009.
Total Stream Quality Score (benthic macro invertebrate results) – Generally speaking a quality score
above 48 is “excellent”, 34-48 “good”, 19-33 “fair”, and less than 19 “poor”. No data was reported for Fall 2008.
The mean quality score for Spring 2009 was “fair” at 32.
Middle 1 Rouge River Sub-watershed
Michigan requires a DO level of 5 mg/L for warm water and 7 mg/L for cold water.
Fecal Coliform – There was an increase in fecal coliform levels from the mean Fall 2008 concentration of 40
colonies/100 mL water to the mean Spring 2009 concentration of 136.7 colonies/100 mL water. These levels are
below the State of Michigan standard for total body contact (300 colonies/100 mL water).
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Office has found that a BOD range of 2 mg/L to 5 mg/L is typical for the Rouge under dry weather conditions.
Change in Temperature – There was a decrease in the change in temperature. The mean Fall 2008 change was
-1°C. The mean Spring 2009 change was 0.2°C. Any discharge into the river should not warm the water more than
5°F (2. 8°C).
Total Phosphates – There was an increase in the concentration of total phosphates. The mean Fall 2008
concentration was 0.1 mg/L. The Spring 2009 concentration was 1.4 mg/L. The State of Michigan standard is that
the level of phosphates must not stimulate excessive aquatic plant growth. Greater than 0.05 mg/L can cause
eutrophic conditions.
Nitrates – There was a significant decrease in the concentration of nitrates. The mean Fall 2008 concentration
was 13 mg/L. The Spring 2009 concentration was 2.1 mg/L. The level of nitrates must not stimulate excessive
aquatic plant growth. Concentrations greater than 1-2 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions.
Turbidity (Q-value) – There has been an increase in the Q-value of the turbidity in the water as compared to the
mean Fall 2008 Q-value. The Q-value for Fall 2008 was 2.75. The mean Q-value for Spring 2008 was 54.2. Turbidity
is a measurement of water clarity. The higher the Q-value, the clearer the water is. The State of Michigan standard
states that water clarity cannot have “unnatural quantities injurious to designated uses” (recreation, fisheries,
municipal water supply, etc.).
Total Suspended Solids – There was a decrease in total suspended solids from the mean Fall 2008
concentration of 513.95 mg/L. The mean Spring 2009 concentration was 440.0 mg/L. The State of Michigan
The mean value for Fall 2008 was “good” (80.14). The mean value for Spring 2009 was “medium” (64.1). There has
been a slight decrease in to the overall water quality from 2008 to 2009.
above 48 is “excellent”, 34-48 “good”, 19-33 “fair”, and less than 19 “poor”. No data was reported in Fall 2008.
The mean quality score for Spring 2009 was “good” at 32.0.
Upper Rouge River Sub-watershed
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Michigan requires a DO level of 5 mg/L for warm water and 7 mg/L for cold water. The DO levels were above this
required level.
Fecal Coliform – There was no data reported for Fall 2008. The mean Spring 2009 concentration was 158.6
colonies/100 mL water. These levels are below the State of Michigan standard for total body contact (300
colonies/100 mL water).
Office has found that a BOD range of 2 mg/L to 5 mg/L is typical for the Rouge under dry weather conditions. The
Spring 2009 results are above this range.
Change in Temperature – There was an increase in the change in temperature. The mean Fall 2008 change was
1.75°C. The mean Spring 2009 change was 3.5°C. Any discharge into the river should not warm the water more
than 5°F (2. 8°C).
Total Phosphates – No data was reported for Fall 2008. The Spring 2009 concentration was 16.5 mg/L. The
State of Michigan standard is that the level of phosphates must not stimulate excessive aquatic plant growth.
Greater than 0.05 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions.
Nitrates – There was a significant decrease in the concentration of nitrates. The mean Fall 2008 concentration
was 25 mg/L. The Spring 2009 concentration was 0.0 mg/L. The level of nitrates must not stimulate excessive
aquatic plant growth. Concentrations greater than 1-2 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions.
Turbidity (Q-value) – There has been a slight decrease in the Q-value of the turbidity in the water as compared
to the mean Fall 2008 Q-value. The Q-value for Fall 2008 was 81.5. The mean Q-value for Spring 2008 was 79.8.
Turbidity is a measurement of water clarity. The higher the Q-value, the clearer the water is. The State of Michigan
Total Suspended Solids – No data was reported for Fall 2008. The mean Spring 2008 concentration was 1056.0
mg/L. The State of Michigan standard states that water clarity cannot have “unnatural quantities injurious to
designated uses” (recreation, fisheries, municipal water supply, etc.).
The mean value for Fall 2008 was “good” (83.4). The mean value for Spring 2009 was “good” (75.5).
above 48 is “excellent”, 34-48 “good”, 19-33 “fair”, and less than 19 “poor”. The mean Fall 2008 quality score was
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“good” (34.0). The mean quality score for Spring 2009 was “fair” at 30.5. There has been a slight decrease in Total
Stream Quality Score from 2008 to 2009.
5.0 Receiving Water Quality Stresses
5.1
Receiving Water Quality Stresses and Data – Rouge River
This data was reported from the Rouge River National Wet Weather Demonstration Project – 2008 Progress Report.
Main 1-2 Rouge River Sub-watershed
Dissolved Oxygen – There has been an increasing trend in the Main 1-2 Sub-watershed based on daily average
DO trend analysis as reported in 2007 Rouge River Ecosystem Monitoring and Assessment Report of the most
downstream monitoring station.
Total Phosphorus – There has been a steady trend in the Main 1-2 Sub-watershed based on Total Phosphorus
trend analysis as reported in 2007 Rouge River Ecosystem Monitoring and Assessment Report.
E. coli – There has been a steady trend in the Main 1-2 Sub-watershed based on the majority of sampling sites
having an improving trend as reported in2007 Rouge River Ecosystem Monitoring and Assessment Report.
Middle 1 Rouge River Sub-watershed
Dissolved Oxygen – There has been a steady trend in the Middle 1 Sub-watershed based on daily average DO
trend analysis as reported in 2007 Rouge River Ecosystem Monitoring and Assessment Report of the most
Total Phosphorus – There has been a steady trend in the Middle 1 Sub-watershed based on Total Phosphorus
E. coli – There has been a steady trend in the Middle 1 Sub-watershed based on the majority of sampling sites
Upper Rouge River Sub-watershed
Dissolved Oxygen – There has been an increasing trend in the Upper Sub-watershed based on daily average DO
trend analysis as reported in 2007 Rouge River Ecosystem Monitoring and Assessment Report of the most
Total Phosphorus – There has been a steady trend in the Upper Sub-watershed based on Total Phosphorus
E. coli – There has been a steady trend in the Upper Sub-watershed based on the majority of sampling sites
5.2
Receiving Water Quality Stresses – Rouge River
(This data was reported from The Rouge River National Wet Weather Demonstration Project 2008 Progress Report
and from the Friends of the Rouge 2008-2009 Rouge Education Program)
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Fecal coliform (E. coli) is one of the major stresses to communities in the Rouge River Watershed. In general,
the fecal coliform levels have improved. The state of Michigan requires less than 300 colonies E. coli/100 ml for
total body contact (swimming) and less than 1000 colonies E. coli/100 ml for partial body contact (boating, fishing).
All monitoring data for Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 show the levels far below the state requirement.
The State of Michigan feels that total phosphate levels above 0.05 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions.
Monitoring data for Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 shows that the level of Total Phosphates is still above the State of
Michigan’s recommended levels. Phosphorus in its available forms can stimulate the growth of aquatic plants
sometimes to the detriment of animal life.
A high concentration of Nitrates in surface waters decreases the dissolved oxygen levels and threatens aquatic
plant and animal life. The most common causes of high Nitrate concentrations is over-fertilization of lawns and
crops, failing septic and sewage systems and animal waste. The State of Michigan feels that nitrates levels above 12 mg/L can cause eutrophic conditions. The Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 monitoring data shows an elevated level of
nitrates in the watershed.
6.0 Upcoming Activities
FPS continues to implement the various tasks and BMP’s outlined in the previously approved Stormwater
Management Program Plan. Upcoming activities include:
1) Development and implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for the FPS
Transportation & Maintenance Facilities;
2) Employee awareness level training program;
3) BMP operation & maintenance training for operations staff;
4) 2nd round of dry-weather screening of all facilities (03/2010-12/2012);
5) Outfall testing & monitoring (e. Coli);
6) Development & implementation of employee and contractor awareness level training program;
7) Implementation of structural control inspection & maintenance program.
7.0 Notice of MS4 Operators Nested Within District Boundaries
FPS is unaware of other nested MS4s within the boundaries of this jurisdiction. However, FPS facilities are located
within the boundaries of several municipal & county MS4s.
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APPENDIX “A”
Farmington Public School District &
Watershed Boundary Maps
Appendix “A”
Appendix “A”
APPENDIX “B”
Public Education Program
Example Materials
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “B”
Appendix “C”
Structural Control Inspection
&
Dry-Weather Screening Field Reports
Appendix “C”
Appendix “C”
Appendix “C”
Appendix “C”
Appendix “C”
Appendix “C”
Appendix “D”
Stormwater Management Program Schedule
2009-2013
Appendix “E”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “D”
Appendix “E”
Post-Construction Stormwater Control
FPSD School Board Resolution
Appendix “E”
Appendix “E”

FPS Stormwater Management Program Plan

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