Pick up trash and litter around your yard and home. If you re working on a home improvement project, dispose of drywall, concrete and mortar in the trash. Pick up pet waste and dispose in the toilet or in a bag for the trash. Bacteria from pet waste contains harmful bacteria that pollutes our waterways. Routinely check your car for leaks and keep it tuned up.
Car pooling or using a bicycle for transportation helps reduce pollutants on our streets.
Never pour any chemicals or other hazardous substances from cars down a storm drain, on to the ground or leave on driveways or parking lots. When changing fluids from your car, drain into a clean container and seal completely. Take the oil and the oil filter to a used oil collection site. If you spill fluids, contain quickly with rags or kitty litter. Safely dispose at a hazardous waste collection site.