A user selects the outfall or other storm drain location in the city and enters the pollutant of concern. A table developed by the Stormwater Management Divisions' inspection and monitoring sections is used to relate the parcel's SIC to possible pollutants. A map showing the parcels with matching pollutant source is created. A report delineating other information management system information about each parcel is also created. This report outlines any inspection history, enforcement actions, illegal dumping, or other information that may be helpful in determining the source of the pollution.
Management is able to deal with real-time problems with a much more structured and targeted process.
In keeping with the City of Los Angeles' mission to better serve its citizens and the Mayor's intentions to capitalize on technology, the Stormwater Management Division has committed to an intense use of the Internet through the use of the World Wide Web. This use is twofold, first to provide information about the stormwater program and what the citizens can do, and secondly to provide a vehicle for communication from the public at large. Home Page Design. Information available from the Stormwater Management Division is comprised of information about flood control and stormwater pollution abatement activities. Flood control information includes areas on the history and development of the flood control system within the Los Angeles area, maps showing the major drainage systems and watersheds, information about FEMA and flood insurance, and the ability to access the flood zone inquiry application so that anyone can evaluate the flood potential of any parcel in the City.