Sign Up for Swim Advisories Before Heading for Water This Summer Published on May 19, 2026 How to protect our waterways while staying safe. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Safety, Environment
Plan, Prepare and Stay Informed for 2026 Hurricane Season Published on April 30, 2026 In observance of Hurricane Preparedness Week from May 3-9, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management are encouraging residents to take steps for protection. Tagged as: , Public Safety, Environment
Storm Water Services is Upgrading Charlotte’s Aging Drainage System Published on March 13, 2026 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services is taking proactive steps to stay ahead of the rain and improve Charlotte’s public storm drainage system. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Safety, Environment
Property Owner Tips Published on March 13, 2026 Stay informed by using these tips. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment
Creek Week 2026: Explore, Volunteer & Help Protect Our Creeks Published on March 10, 2026 Throughout Creek Week, residents can volunteer, explore local creeks and nature preserves, join educational programs and take action to protect the waterways that connect us all. Tagged as: , Environment, Events
Four Steps to Stay Flood Safe Published on February 24, 2026 As temperatures rise, so does the risk of severe weather-related hazards. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Safety, Environment
Salt smarter this winter: protect our waterways while staying safe Published on January 02, 2026 How to protect our waterways while staying safe. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Safety, Environment
Keep Storm Drains Clear This Fall: What You Can Do to Help Published on November 10, 2025 Only rain should go down the drain. Keep leaves, limbs and trash out! Tagged as: , Media Releases
World Water Monitoring Day – Char-Meck Water Quality Monitoring Published on September 03, 2025 World Water Monitoring Day is observed each year on September 18, with a month-long monitoring period extending through October 18. This international initiative promotes the protection of water resources through monitoring and encourages active public participation. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment
Here’s How Storm Water Fees Make a Difference Published on August 27, 2025 The stormwater fee you see on your water services bill is specifically dedicated to reducing flood risks, maintaining and improving public drainage infrastructure and helping protect our creeks and lakes. Tagged as: , Announcements
Pavement Sealants: What You Should Know Published on August 22, 2025 Pavement sealants may help protect and beautify asphalt surfaces, but some of these products contain chemicals that can severely harm our streams and lakes. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public Safety, Environment
National Water Quality Month Published on July 31, 2025 August is National Surface Water Quality Month, a time to recognize the value of our rivers, lakes, and streams, and a reminder to help keep them clean. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases
New Rating Equals Flood Insurance Discounts for Residents Published on July 18, 2025 FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS) has recognized the City of Charlotte as a Class 2 community, a designation that will save residents an estimated $1 million or more in annual flood insurance premiums. Tagged as: , Public Safety, Environment
Create a Stormwater-Friendly Yard Published on March 12, 2025 Create a Stormwater-Friendly Yard Tagged as: , Environment
From Street to Stream: What Really Happens to Rainwater in Mecklenburg Published on March 12, 2025 From Street to Stream: What Really Happens to Rainwater in Mecklenburg County? Tagged as: , Environment