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Stormwater runoff is created when rain or melt water falls on pavement, buildings, and other impervious surfaces that do not allow water to soak into the ground and recharge our local aquifers. In developed areas like Meridian Township, we limit flooding by moving this runoff from our roads, parking lots, and neighborhoods through storm drains, many of which discharge directly into rivers and streams. Because water in our storm sewer does not get processed at a treatment plant, any contaminant on the ground can "hitch a ride" with runoff and impact our shared surface waters. Pet waste, oil, leaves and dirty water from cleaning your car can enter storm drains and flow downstream where it harms aquatic habitats and makes water unsafe for swimming, canoeing and other water-related activities. The Township takes steps to reduce this pollution to improve water quality and to meet State and Federal requirements. 

Per these requirements, the Township must apply for a stormwater discharge permit every five years. A large part of that application consists of a description as to how the Township will commit to and proceed with the development, implementation, and enforcement of practices to reduce the discharge of pollutants from its municipal separate storm sewer system to the maximum extent practicable. This documentation was formally designated as Meridian Township’s Stormwater Management Program, which is located below for public review and input.

If you have questions or comments regarding Meridian Township's Stormwater Management Plan, please contact Township Engineer Younes Ishraidi at 517.853.4460 or ishraidi@meridian.mi.us. 

To help facilitate a regional approach to stormwater management, the Township is also a member of the Greater Lansing Regional Committee for Stormwater Management, a guiding body comprised of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) communities within the Greater Lansing Region.  The committee has been established to guide the implementation of the stormwater program for participating communities within the Grand River, the Red Cedar River and the Looking Glass River watersheds. Visit MyWatersheds.org to learn about upcoming events, find steps you can take to limit water pollution, and to get involved in managing our shared water resources!

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