Stormwater Management News & Announcements

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Time to Rake? Maybe not!

Time to Rake? Maybe not!Use (don’t dispose of) fallen leaves and grass clippings.

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Lawn care – Here’s everything you need - early Spring to late Fall!

Attached below is everything you need for that lawn that you want this season. Download this 1-page flier from our partner GREENSCAPES and... more ››

John Kerry focuses climate lens on IPSWICH RIVER

John Kerry, U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, sounds a powerful warning about the climate threats to our waterways, highlighting... more ››

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Leaves that clog storm drains can be quite harmful.

Leaves that are dammed up at storm drains are a common sight in the Fall. These leaf dams have negative consequences for storm water. They:

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Please Don't Feed the Waterfowl!

Feeding waterfowl is one of the biggest reasons that these populations have spiraled out of control in recent history. 

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Your well-maintained septic system protects public health, water resources and your wallet!

Proper septic system use and routine care are vital to protecting our public health, preserving our groundwater, lakes, streams and... more ››

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Here is the New “Greenscapes Guide” How-to for Your Yard!

Though needing to stay at home during this time, many are spending time outdoors and preparing their yards for the upcoming warmer seasons.

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Properly maintained, your septic system benefits your family and the environment!

With the exception of a very few commercial properties, Lynnfield is a septic system community. Properly maintained septic systems are... more ››

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Town Officials Convene for Community Resilience Building Workshop!

On February 5, Town officials participated in the Community Resilience Building Workshop, a first step to certification as an "MVP... more ››

Keeping Water Clean - 5th graders and Greenscapes

Lynnfield's 5th Graders to participate in 2-day "Keeping Water Clean" program!

In continuing the Town’s partnership with the Greenscapes North Shore Coalition Lynnfield 5th graders will participate in an educational 2-... more ››

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Always "Scoop the Poop"! Dog poop belongs in the trash.

There are misconceptions out there, but the fact is...dog waste is bad for our environment. It is a pollutant to our stormwater, and its... more ››

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Lynnfield Initiates Organic Lawn Care Program on Town Common!

The septic replacement project on the Town Common is completed – the site has been graded, loamed and seeded – and ready for grass... more ››

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How Can We All Keep Lynnfield Stormwater Clean? (2-min. video)

It’s not hard to do, but we all may not be aware of these easy ways to keep our Lynnfield stormwater clean. ... more ››

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Please keep fall leaves out of streets and away from wetlands.

A seasonal reminder - - please don’t blow or rake leaves, grass clippings, brush or tree branches into the street. They actually leach... more ››

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Lynnfield Planning & Conservation, DPW, LCWD and LWD partner to join the Greenscapes North Shore Coalition

Emilie Cademartori, Director of Lynnfield Planning and Conservation has announced the partnership of her department, the Department of... more ››