Public Service Recognition Week
During the week, we honor the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county, and local government employees. Public servants across the country use this occasion to educate others about the work they do and why they have chosen public service careers, as well as the many ways government services make life better for all of us.
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Yvette White
Data Analyst Sr, OLIO
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William Horton
External Communications Mgr., OCCR
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Maria Cristina Anunciacion
Business Mgr. 1, OSSEM
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Paul Moisan
Environmental Compliance Mgr., OWP
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Teresa Booker- Mayes
Watershed Manager I, OFA
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DWM Celebrates a Week to Champion America's Infrastructure
May 10 - 14, 2021
United for Infrastructure 2021 strives to educate American communities and policymakers about the importance of infrastructure to daily life, health and safety, and jobs and the economy; elevate the projects, leaders, and ideas transforming America; and communicate the urgency of the issue to policymakers in Washington and around the country. United for Infrastructure’s message for 2021 is about the need not just to build any and all infrastructure, but to #RebuildBetter.
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#DWMatWork #LeadWithInfrastructure |
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Street-Smart Solution Absorbs Water:
Innovative roads in Atlanta neighborhoods pave the way for better
stormwater control.
Municipal Sewer & Water Magazine talked with DWM Commissioner Mikita Browning about how the Department dramatically reduced stormwater issues in three Atlanta neighborhoods after installing permeable pavers.
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Reported by Ken Wysocky
May 2021 - To decrease flooding and sewer overflows in three southeastern neighborhoods in Atlanta, officials in the city’s Department of Watershed Management opted for a less conventional, but green, solution: Permeable pavement made from interlocking concrete pavers. Click here to read the full article.
#DWMatWork #LeadWithInfrastructure
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DWM Wins Statewide Award for
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management (DWM) was named the 2020 Local Issuing Authority (LIA) of the Year by the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission (GSWCC) during their virtual awards ceremony on March 17, 2021.
There are 322 Local Issuing Authorities in the State of Georgia. The LIA’s responsibility is to enforce state environmental regulations related to construction and land disturbance. This includes reviewing and approving erosion, sedimentation, and pollution control plans, inspecting construction sites to protect surface waters and stream buffers, and responding to citizen complaints.
DWM received the award for its commitment to environmental protection and dedication to stewardship.
“It is not often that regulators win awards, but we are proud and honored to be highlighted in this manner,” said DWM Commissioner Mikita Browning. “We look forward to continue working with the Commission and District to fulfill our mission of protecting our soil and water resources through a strong, but fair, approach that holds polluters accountable.”
The GSWCC was formed to protect, conserve, and improve the soil and water resources of the State of Georgia. The Commission helps local conservation districts, landowners, and governments wisely use and maintain the soil and water resources for all Georgians. For more information, visit https://gaswcc.georgia.gov/.
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May is American Wetlands Month
American Wetlands Month is a time when the EPA and partners from federal, state, tribal, local, non-profit and private sector organizations celebrate the vital importance of wetlands to our Nation’s ecological, economic, and social health. Wetlands help improve water quality and supply, reduce flooding and provide critical habitat for plants, fish and wildlife.
On Saturday, May 1, 2021, DWM's Office of Watershed Protection hosted a volunteer creek clean-up at our McDaniel Branch Ponds and Wetlands, and adjacent Arthur Langford, Jr. Park.
Organized by the South River Watershed Alliance (SRWA), volunteers representing SRWA, as well as neighboring Joyland and High Point Estates neighborhoods, came out to clean-up litter in the creek. Volunteers were able to collect approximately 30 bags of trash as well as six tires and a couple of scooters between the two sites. It was a beautiful morning to be outside and DWM is very thankful to have wonderful partners who are committed to keeping our creeks clean!
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Apply for Your Senior Discount! |
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May is Older Americans Month, and seniors are encouraged to apply for the senior citizen discount to receive a 30-percent savings on water and sewer bills. The program was established by a City Council Ordinance in 2003 for all City of Atlanta water and sewer customers who meet the following criteria:
- 65 years of age or older. You must provide a birth certificate, driver’s license or other valid Georgia ID.
- A City of Atlanta water and sewer customer. If you do not receive your water and sewer bill directly from the City of Atlanta, you cannot receive the senior citizen discount.
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A maximum household income of $25,000 or less. You must provide proof of income, such as previous or current year Federal Income Tax Form 1040 or 1099.
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The COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available to All GA Residents
16 Years Old and Over
To find a vaccination site near you, click this link to lean more!
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DWM Presents the Junior Safety Ambassador Program
Registration for the Junior Safety Ambassador Program & Academy is open! Atlanta-based high school students are eligible to participate in this virtual safety education program that will teach driving safety, emergency preparedness, environmental awareness and more!
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Eligibility:
- Must be 14 - 18 years of age
- Must be a City of Atlanta resident, student of an Atlanta-based school system, or child of a City of Atlanta employee
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Stay in the Know,
Even on the Go!
Get emergency notifications on any mobile device and choose the alerts you want to receive. From water utility notifications to public safety to road closures and severe weather, the alerts will be right at your fingertips. Sign up for NotifyATL at http://bit.ly/Notify-ATL, or text NotifyATL to 888777.
You can also receive DWM emergency notifications by subscribing to our News Splash External Newsletter, which also provides information on the latest department news and initiatives at https://conta.cc/3jOKdCc.
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Increased Water Usage and Payment Information During
COVID-19 Pandemic
During the current COVID-19 public health pandemic and shelter-in-place recommendations, you may experience increased water consumption as you find yourself running the dishwasher and washing machine more frequently and doing more household chores. This may result in an increased water bill.
If you are having difficulty making payments, you may qualify for assistance. Please visit www.atlantawatershed.org/care-and-conserve/ for more details. If you would like to make payment arrangements, please call ATL311 at 404-536-0311, and a customer service representative will be able to assist you.
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Help Keep Our Catch Basins Clean Through the
Adopt-A-Drain Program
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The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management’s Adopt-A-Drain program helps improve the quality of stormwater within the city’s watersheds, as well as keep the City informed about infrastructure maintenance needs.
The Adopt-A-Drain program encourages volunteers to adopt a storm drain in or near their neighborhoods, commit to cleaning the drain of leaves and other debris and then monitor the condition of that drain for the duration of the adoption.
Volunteers will receive training and a storm drain cleaning supply kit. For more information or to sign up, please call 404-546-1411 or send an email to tlawson@atlantaga.gov.
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City of Atlanta Water and Sewer Appeals Board |
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If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your billing dispute or adjustment request, an appeal to the City of Atlanta Water and Sewer Appeals Board may be requested per City Ordinance Section 154-29 within seven days of the Department of Watershed Management’s dispute resolution decision. The Water and Sewer Appeals Board is a group of citizens appointed by the Atlanta City Council to conduct hearings to review the dispute. You have a right to an appeal only after your bill has gone through the formal dispute process and a decision has been rendered. Visit https://www.atlantawatershed.org/appeals/.
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Does DWM Have Your Correct Contact Information? |
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Do you have a new email address or phone number? Do you want to receive DWM emergency notifications by phone, email or both?
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management is doing what matters. We want to be able to reach you with information you need to know.
Please click here to ensure that we have your correct contact information for our database and let us know your communication preferences.
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