Protect Natural Floodplain Functions

• Do not dump oil, grease or other pollutants in storm drains and ditches as they lead to waterways
• Do not drain pools directly to streams or lagoons
• Limit your use of pesticides and fertilizers
• Scoop the poop — keep pet waste off the beach and from entering waterways

• Use Green infrastructure
• Maintain natural buffers along wetlands and the beach
• Use appropriate erosion and sediment control measures during construction
• Know the benefits of planting more trees
• Sea oats and other beach plants help stabilize our sand dunes; enjoy them but do not pick them

• Observe our waterfront wildlife from a distance
• Avoid marked turtle nesting areas
• Leave bird eggs and nests on the beach