Im not connected to a stormwater system. Why should I pay?
You may not be directly connected to a stormwater system, but you are provided service through the Surface Water Management Program. The services may be in the form of water quality improvements, systems that protect the area roadways you use, or protection of your home or business from the impact of development upstream. The program is based on the premise that we all live “downstream” and we all need to be part of the funding solution that supports the program. The impervious surface approach is the fair and logical means of allocating these costs. Other questions? Please call the Surface Water Management Division at 503-742-4567.