Hearing Examiner Housing Human Services Information Technology Intergov. Every year people pour hazardous chemicals, pesticides, paints, antifreeze and used motor oil down storm drains. We encourage community organizations, like churches, schools, businesses, Boys and Girls clubs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and individuals to apply. You can do a stenciling project in and around your neighborhood. Fill out our Volunteer Form or call us to join the Strom Drain Stenciling Program.
Some people believe that storms drain carry the waste to a sewage treatment for cleanup.
The surface of the water is a vital biological habitat and serves as a nursery for developing eggs and larvae of fish and shellfish. It doesn't take much oil to smother these surface organisms. The Seattle Aquarium estimates that more than two million gallons of used motor oil ends up in Puget Sound each year. You can also volunteer for Graffiti Rangers to clean up graffiti in your neighborhood, paint a mural, plant trees along the street and do other beautification projects. We would be happy to assist you in these projects.