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Town of Hillsborough Stormwater Management Program 14 <br /> Work Plan September 2010 <br /> • Stillhouse Creek Program <br /> Continue collaboration with OSWCD, ERCD, and Hillsborough's Public Works <br /> department on the stormwater BMP demonstration project. Since this is a highly <br /> visible location, staff will continue developing an educational program centered <br /> on this area. This may include a rain garden workshop(s) and possibly other <br /> outreach events promoting these stormwater BMPs. Educational materials will be <br /> installed within the information kiosk that is part of the demonstration project. <br /> • Additional Educational Programs <br /> The Town of Hillsborough is a member of the Clean Water Education Partnership <br /> (CWEP). CWEP leverages resources from multiple local governments to conduct <br /> educational and outreach programs geared towards reducing stormwater runoff <br /> pollution and clean water. Programs include mass media campaigns such as <br /> television, radio, internet, and printed materials. Orange County stormwater staff <br /> will continue representing the Town's interests on the CWEP steering committee. <br /> Continue providing educational programs to scouts groups, homeowner <br /> associations, and other civic groups as requested. Provide educational <br /> information to local business, and evaluate the feasibility of conducting <br /> workshops for local business targeting illicit discharge and good housekeeping <br /> practices. <br /> 2. Public Involvement and Participation <br /> The Town's stormwater public involvement and participation program includes <br /> maintaining an informational website with contact information, participation in local <br /> events and festivals, participation in NC Big Sweep, volunteer stream monitoring at <br /> two locations, input from the Town board, and a rain garden program. <br /> Measurable Goals <br /> • Public Meeting <br /> The Town of Hillsborough will conduct one public meeting to allow local citizens <br /> to review and provide input on the stormwater management plan. <br /> • Informational Website and Hotline <br /> Provide stormwater content and information for the Town maintained website. <br /> Include contact information for citizens to report concerns or make requests. <br /> Respond to citizen request as warranted. <br /> • Outreach Events/Festivals <br /> Participate in various local events and festivals. This may include Hillsborough's <br /> Hog Day Festival, Eno River Festival, Last Friday's, H2Orange meetings, and <br /> other events/festivals. Hand out information to the public regarding stormwater <br /> impacts and answer citizen questions. <br /> Page 12 of 27 <br />