How does Greenville propose to manage stormwater runoff?
The City of Greenville began looking at our Storm Drainage Program in 1997. With impending environmental regulations on the horizon initiated by the Federal Government and the state of North Carolina, it was very clear we needed a more proactive approach to manage stormwater runoff. With the help of a Stormwater Advisory Committee appointed by City Council, we developed a Stormwater Management Program that will operate as a Utility. City Council adopted the regulations in late 2002, which established the Stormwater Utility. Through this Utility, the City will increase our level of maintenance of open channels, storm drain pipe systems, and other storm drain related facilities. We will also begin a more active Capital Improvement Program to upgrade old and failing drainage systems.
