Welcome to HR Storm

HR STORM, the stormwater education program of the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (HRPDC), is a coalition of local government staff members who come together to share ideas and pool resources for targeted educational program efforts about stormwater management. Some of the most recent educational efforts have been on proper disposal methods for auto maintenance products and household chemicals, proper pet waste management, and maintenance on best management practices. Click Here to Find Out: WHAT IS STORMWATER>>

CHESAPEAKE CLUB - Save the Crabs, Then Eat 'Em!
The Chesapeake Club promotes blue-crab restoration through improved water quality. You can help by following Chesapeake-friendly landscaping practices. Visit www.chesapeakeclub.org or CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE (zip file)>>

JAMES CITY COUNTY - RAIN BARREL REBATE
The James City Service Authority (JCSA) has created a new Rain Barrel Rebate Program to reinforce water conservation efforts. A rain barrel collects and stores rainwater from your roof so it can be used to water lawns, gardens or indoor plants, fill birdbaths, and wash cars, boats, dogs or muddy shoes. For more information, click on “Rebates” at www.bewatersmart.org, e-mail bewatersmart@james-city.va.us or call 253-6859. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE>>

HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL DISPOSAL
Communities throughout Hampton Roads operate residential household hazardous waste collections. SPSA, VPPSA, Newport News Solid Waste Division and Gloucester all have programs to assist residents meet their household waste disposal needs. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE>>

BMP MAINTENANCE
Best Management Practices or BMPs are devices used to reduce pollution in stormwater runoff, thereby protecting area waterways. These practices are often permanent facilities designed to handle stormwater runoff for a specific area. As a property owner you may be responsible for maintenance of a BMP. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE>>

SCOOP THE POOP!
Tips for you & your neighbors to help keep our area waterways from pet waste pollution. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE>>

HR³ Family Activity Book
The Hampton Roads regional environmental educational committees, HR STORM, HR CLEAN, and HR WET, have come together and developed a 24-page Family Activity Book. To get your free copy, contact the HRPDC today! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE>>

Hampton Roads Planning District Commission
723 Woodlake Drive
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757)420-8300 Fax: (757) 523-4881
www.hrpdc.org

WELCOME TO THE HR STORM WEBSITE!