Help keep Canton’s water clean

This fall, the Neponset Stormwater Partnership is once again reminding residents to rake up their leaves to reduce water pollution and prevent flooding.

Did you know that fallen leaves and grass clippings are loaded with phosphorus? When streams, rivers, and ponds receive too much phosphorus, harmful algae and cyanobacteria blooms can occur. These blooms are unsightly and can be toxic to people, pets, and wildlife.

Keep your local waterways clean and healthy with a few simple steps.

* Place raked leaves or lawn clippings in paper bags to be collected by the town.

* Consider composting yard waste.

* Keep paved areas and storm drains clear of leaves.

* Keep bagged, piled and mulched leaves on natural soil, a few feet back from paved areas.

* Ensure that your lawn service is properly disposing of yard waste.

* Reduce excessive lawn chemical use and always follow manufacturer’s directions.

The Neponset Stormwater Partnership (NSP) is a program managed by the Neponset River Watershed Association on behalf of 10 member communities, including the town of Canton. NSP aims to increase the effectiveness of municipal stormwater management programs through regional cooperation and resource sharing. Learn more at www.YourCleanWater.org.

Town of Canton Yard Waste Collection

Yard waste may be disposed of at the Canton Yard Waste Recycling Facility at 99 Pine Street, which during the period from April 1 to December 14 is open Monday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents must display a yard waste recycling sticker on their vehicle, which can be purchased at the facility or at Town Hall. For more information, go to town.canton.ma.us/488/yard-waste.

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