Drains

Drainage ditches, catch basins, and downspout connection points within the Public Right of Way are maintained by Genoa Township in order to ensure proper management of stormwater. A right-of-way permit is required to connect downspouts to the curb.

To help prevent stormwater pollution:

Never put anything into a stormwater drain other than stormwater. For example, a single gallon of oil can pollute 100,000 gallons of water. Leaves can clog drains and contribute to neighborhood flooding.
Clean up after your pets. Genoa Township parks provide free pet waste bags. Fecal matter can be very damaging to ecosystems.
Pick up litter.
Use environmentally friendly materials and follow application instructions carefully for fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides to maximize outcome with the least impact.
Use rain barrels for irrigation which can help minimize flow downstream and help to minimize your water bill (use may not be permitted in some HOA areas).
Use car washes or environmentally friendly cleaners to limit soap from finding reaching our waterways.
Do not mow the area near streams or reservoir banks. This will help limit erosion and filter pollutants prior to entering the waterway.