DPW seeking nominations, encouraging citizens to help shape policy

Sept. 30, 2014 (BALTIMORE, MD) — Rudolph S. Chow, P.E., Director of the Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW), announced the formation of a Stormwater Advisory Committee to advise the DPW on stormwater projects, programs, and issues. The DPW is looking for people who are interested in serving on the Committee, and taking applications through October 20.

The Committee will be active on multiple issues. This committee will discuss topics such as the MS4 annual report, rules and regulations, proposed State legislation, education around stormwater, workforce development, budget decisions, and adaptive management. Recommendations made by the Committee will be considered in making decisions regarding stormwater projects. Additionally, it will serve to educate stakeholder groups on the stormwater process and programs in place.

“I hope that with the input of this group we will create a process that is fiscally transparent, has the support of the wider community, and benefits a range of groups in the city – in short, a better program,” said Director Chow.

The Director’s invitation letter and nomination form can be found at www.cleanwaterbaltimore.org – click on “Stormwater Advisory Committee Application” on the home page.

Representatives from the following stakeholder sectors will make up the Advisory Committee: Environmental Nonprofit Organizations; Industry Groups; Business and Development Groups; Religious Institutions; Community Development Corporations; Anchor Institutions; Employment Development Organizations; Citizens; Baltimore City Public Schools.

The deadline for nominations is October 20. Completed nominations and required attachments should be sent to:

D epartment of Public Works

Attn: Director of Public Works - SWAC

600 Abel Wolman Municipal Building

200 N. Holliday Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

or
Email publicworks@cleanwaterbaltimore.org ; Include in subject line SWAC APPLICATION

For questions or comments, contact mark.cameron@cleanwaterbaltimore.org or 410-396-0732.

Contact: Jeffrey Raymond Telephone: 410-545-6541 email: jeffrey.raymond@cleanwaterbaltimore.org Kurt Kocher Telephone: 410-545-6541 email: kurt.kocher@cleanwaterbaltimore.org Jennifer Combs Telephone: 410-545-6541 email: jennifer.combs@cleanwaterbaltimore.org After hours, weekends, or holidays please call 410-396-3100 for the duty officer

The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) enhances and sustains a healthy quality of life for Baltimore City citizens, regional customers, and visitors. The agency provides efficient management of solid waste services, water and wastewater, and stormwater systems. DPW delivers drinking water to 1.8 million people daily, collecting 750 tons of mixed refuse and 125 tons of recycling from 210,000 households four days a week. For additional information visit, http://publicworks.baltimorecity.gov , on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BaltimoreCityDepartmentofPublicWorks and Twitter at http://twitter.BaltimoreDPW .