Contra Costa Clean Water Program

Happy Father’s Day!

Celebrating with a BBQ? Keep it waste and plastic-free:

Use reusable plates, cups, and utensils. Compost the organic waste. Wipe up grease and dispose of it in the trash. That's how the greatest dads keep our waterways clean for future generations.

Celebrate responsibly 💚

Learn more:
cccleanwater.org/residents-community/how-to-prevent-pollution.

Dealing with pests this summer?

Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM):
✔ Prevent pests before they appear by attracting beneficial insects and birds
✔ Choose the least toxic management practice first, such as encouraging healthy soil or planting hardy natives
✔ Avoid unnecessary pesticide use or be sure to only use on targeted areas when absolutely necessary

Pesticides can wash into storm drains and harm aquatic life.

Learn more:
cccleanwater.org/residents-community/how-to-prevent-pollution/home-garden.

Pool Party Time!!

Don’t drain your pool to the street or storm drain. Be sure to check your local pool draining regulations and use methods that prevent runoff pollution!

Proper pool draining helps keep chlorine and other chemicals out of local waterways.
Protect our waterways while you cool off!

Learn more:
cccleanwater.org/residents-community/how-to-prevent-pollution.

You’re invited to the ultimate sewer spectacular, Central San 80th Open House 🚽🎉

Join in on this FREE community-wide celebration as Central San marks 80 years of service with a once-in-a-decade event packed with fun for all ages!

✨ Explore behind-the-scenes tours of their award-winning treatment plant and facilities
🍦 Enjoy free food and ice cream
🚛 Check out live demonstrations of trucks, tools, and equipment
🏁 Cheer on the famous toilet racers (yes, toilets on wheels!)
🎨 Dive into hands-on games, crafts, and interactive activities
📚 Discover educational exhibits — plus, plenty of surprises along the way!

Photo from Central Contra Costa Sanitary District

Learn more here:
https://www.centralsan.org/central-san-80th-open-house

Parents, we have free, fun, educational resources to keep your kids entertained this summer!

Check them out here: https://cccleanwater.org/residents-community/schools/teacher-student-resources/.

Will you be outdoors fixing your car this summer?

Keep oil and other car chemicals off the streets and out of landfills by properly disposing of your used car products.

Find out where to dispose of used oil here: https://cccleanwater.org/residents-community/how-to-prevent-pollution/auto-care/.

Keep the summer vibes fresh by keeping our creeks clean!

Join your neighbors in picking up litter before it flows from sidewalks to streams or the beach. Find a community cleanup near you, here: https://cccleanwater.org/current-events/.

Drought-friendly landscaping helps save water and prevent runoff. Try mulch and native plants this summer!

Try hummingbird sage, a California native plant, for a pop of color!

Learn how you can protect our waterways and benefit from a lawn-to-garden rebate here: https://cccleanwater.org/2025/03/04/blog-beautifying-your-yard-with-native-plants/.

Did you know May 20th is World Bee Day?🐝

These special little guys help keep our ecosystems buzzing with life!🍯✨

Save the bees and our waterways by planting native plants and eliminating your use of pesticides.

Join us in celebrating the importance of bees and other pollinators next month at the Lindsay Wildlife Experience on Saturday, June 27th!

More information to come soon!

Put the power in power washing and prevent stormwater pollution! Whether you hire a business or do it yourself, always vacuum up wash water and dispose of it in a sanitary sewer (such as a toilet or sink).

Power-washing businesses: find some of the best management practices to remain stormwater compliant here:

https://cccleanwater.org/best-management-practices-for-mobile-businesses/.