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About Us

The Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership (SSQP) is a multi-jurisdictional
program made up of Sacramento County and the incorporated cities of Sacramento,
Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Galt, and Rancho Cordova, educating and
encouraging the community to protect local waterways from the impacts of urban
run-off, which flows untreated from storm drains to creeks, streams and rivers.

What is Stormwater?

Stormwater is rain that flows over land or impervious surfaces, such as paved streets, parking lots, and building rooftops, and does not soak into the ground. In urban areas less rain is able to infiltrate into the ground, thus creating urban runoff and picking up pollutants along the way. Stormwater carries pollutants such as trash, pet waste, and garden chemicals into nearby storm drains, which eventually flows into waterways untreated. This harms the quality of our waterways.

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Ways to Protect Water

We need your help to protect our local waters!

Water pollution primarily comes from residents and you
are the most important solution to stormwater pollution.
Learn how you can help prevent stormwater pollution
and improve our community.

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Mercury

Mercury is very toxic to people and wildlife, and some of its uses have resulted in widespread contamination of the environment. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Pesticides

Using less or non-toxic alternatives in your garden is important for a healthy garden, the beneficial bugs, our waterways, and our ecosystem. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Pet Waste

When pet waste is improperly disposed of, it can be picked up by stormwater runoff and washed into storm drains then directly to the river without being treated. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Trash

Litter from sidewalks, streets, parking lots, and nature areas eventually find its way into our rivers. Let’s work together to protect and enhance the quality of life in our neighborhoods and throughout the community for our enjoyment now…and for our children’s enjoyment in the future.

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Events Calendar

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  • RCWA – Ali’s Friday Arcade Crk Cleanup

    RCWA – Ali’s Friday Arcade Crk Cleanup

    09:00 -12:00
    05/03/2024

    This series of cleanups are being made possible by a Watershed Stewardship and Education Grant awarded by the Sacramento County Stormwater Quality Program. We would like to sincerely thank the County for funds needed to keep our volunteers properly equipped.
    We will continue to partner with Arcade Creek – Adopt A Creek Project to focus on another infamously trashed stretch of this 16.2 mile creek. We will meet at a new location (Herzog’s), and will work upstream towards Hidden Oaks Apartments where we have already performed 11 cleanups this year.
    We will park in the back of the complex and walk to Arcade Creek. Please arrive on time as the complex is fairly expansive and the route to our meeting spot could be confusing.
    Please bring water and only do what you are comfortable doing. As always, you can leave whenever you want or need.
    This cleanup will have some challenging access spots into the creek and may require a rope to get into the channel, however, there are some flat spots as well for easy pickin’.
    The event will range in difficulty from moderate to hard and may not be suitable for children under the age of 16. There will be something for almost everyone as we will be cleaning in the creek and up above, on land.
    We will provide bags, but please bring along your sturdy WATERPROOF footwear, grabbers, buckets, and gloves – a limited number of loaner buckets and grabbers may be available. There will be water in the creek, fairly deep in a few spots. Participants will be required to wear rain boots or waders if they intend to get into the water. The water is quite chilly this time of year. Entry into any waters is always optional.
    As with all events shared on our Page, participation is performed solely at your own risk. Please place safety FIRST and do only what you feel comfortable doing. Moreover, participants will be required to sign a Release and Waiver form if they have not done so previously.
    Overall, be safe, have fun and get some “Exercise with a Purpose”!, as Bill Templin says. Thank you! 
    Arcade Creek Adopt-A-Creek Project
    https://www.facebook.com/ArcadeCreekAACP
    River City Waterway Alliance
    https://www.facebook.com/rivercitywaterwayalliance
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  • ARPF – American River Plant Restoration Day

    ARPF – American River Plant Restoration Day

    08:00 -12:00
    05/04/2024

     Get involved and make a difference!
    Join ARPF and WSP as we roll up our sleeves to tackle invasive plants, remove old wire from around native plants, and connect with fellow plant enthusiasts. It’s going to be a fantastic day on the Parkway! Let’s work together to preserve our native flora. Don’t miss out on this chance to give back and learn. See you there!🌱💚
  • RCWA – Arcade Creek Cleanup @ Norwood (12.0)

    RCWA – Arcade Creek Cleanup @ Norwood (12.0)

    09:00 -12:00
    05/04/2024

    Our apologies, but this will be an 18 and Over Event due to numerous active encampments in the area.
    We will continue to remove piles of trash in this stretch of Arcade Creek. This event will be conducted in coordination with the folks at Forensiclean who have graciously agreed to haul off all of the trash and encampment debris collected from this area!
    Sturdy, waterproof boots, long sleeves and long pants are recommended. Folks desiring to enter the creek will need hip or chest waders. This will be an easy to difficult level event with uneven terrain.
    RCWA will provide bags, but please bring along your grabbers, buckets, cultivators, rakes and gloves – a limited number of loaner buckets and grabbers may be available.
    As with all events shared on RCWA, participation is performed solely at your own risk. Please place safety FIRST and do only what you feel comfortable doing. Moreover, participants will be required to sign a Release and Waiver form if they have not done so previously.
    Overall, be safe, have fun and get some “Exercise with a Purpose” as Bill Templin says.
    Thank you!
    River City Waterway Alliance
    “Restoring & Protecting Our Waterways”
    Instagram @RiverCityWaterwayAlliance
    Link to Events:
    https://www.facebook.com/rivercitywaterwayalliance/events
    Link to YouTube Channel:
    https://www.youtube.com/@rivercitywaterwayalliance4646
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  • ARPF – Native Plant Garden Work Day

    ARPF – Native Plant Garden Work Day

    09:00 -12:00
    05/07/2024-05/15/2024

    Join us on May 7th for a garden workday! We’ll be:
    * Laying down a fresh layer of mulch.
    * Yankin’ those pesky weeds and giving the good plants room to shine 
    It’ll be a fantastic way to spend a day, get some exercise, and help beautify the garden for everyone to enjoy!
    All ages are welcome! Head over to our website to sign up and be a part of the garden crew

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  • Spring Service Day – Rancho Cordova

    Spring Service Day – Rancho Cordova

    All day
    05/18/2024

    Join the City of Rancho Cordova and Rancho Cordova In Action for Spring Service Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024. At this inaugural event, residents and organizing partners will celebrate service in Rancho Cordova and reignite our community’s passion for volunteerism.

    Residents will have the opportunity to volunteer for one of over a dozen projects throughout the day, make in-kind donations and more. Prior to heading to individual project sites, volunteers will gather at Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive, to kick the day off with tasty food, fun activities and high-energy performances with other wonderful service-minded people.

    From park clean-ups, to mural painting and home renovations, there will be something for everyone at Spring Service Day.

  • American River Bike Fest – American River Parkway Foundation

    American River Bike Fest – American River Parkway Foundation

    06:00 -13:00
    05/18/2024

    Whether you’re a hardcore rider or just like to get out for a cruise, the American River Bike Fest has something for everyone. This is not a timed ride, but rather an opportunity to get outside, give back and make some new connections and memories.

     

    The morning will begin at William B. Pond Park with staggered start times starting at 6 a.m. Along the way, riders will be able to stop at different rest stops and enjoy snacks and services.

     

     

    All riders will meet back at William B. Pond Park after their rides for a festival with food, libations, raffle, activities, live music from The Leaping Blennies, and more!

  • RCWA – Strawberry Manor Neighborhood Cleanup

    RCWA – Strawberry Manor Neighborhood Cleanup

    09:00 -11:30
    05/18/2024

    Thanks to the City of Sacramento’s Neighborhood Clean-Up Grant Program, Sacramento Area Creeks Council is partnering with River City Waterway Alliance to clean the Strawberry Manor Neighborhood which sits at the northeast corner of the confluence of Arcade and Steelhead Creeks. We hope to remove trash that is not only a blight, but that also has a high potential for making its way into storm drains and adjacent waterways.
    This event will be fairly easy and appropriate for all ages, however, children under 16 must be supervised by an adult. Please park on the street adjacent to Strawberry Manor Park.
    SACC and RCWA will provide bags and will haul away the trash, but please bring along your sturdy footwear, grabbers, buckets and gloves – a limited number of loaner buckets, gloves and grabbers may be available.
    As with all events shared by SACC and RCWA, participation is performed solely at your own risk. Please place safety FIRST and do only what you feel comfortable doing. Moreover, participants will be required to sign a Release and Waiver form if they have not done so previously.
    Thank you!
    Sacramento Area Creeks Council
    https://www.facebook.com/CreekWeek.Sac/
    River City Waterway Alliance
    https://www.facebook.com/rivercitywaterwayalliance
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June
Man walking dog

Pet waste is a significant, yet preventable, water pollutant. Please clean up after your pet!

Not all bugs are bad! Learn how
good bugs can defend your home
against pests

Landscape and Nursery Expo

Businesses from all around participate in this annual event. Residents can learn various landscape techniques as well as purchase supplies, equipment, and attend educational seminars.

Tuesday, May 3

For More Information

Contact the Sacramento Stormwater Quality Partnership at

ssqpinfo@cityofsacramento.org
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