Ripple Effect Entry Deadline Extended

Ever wanted to star in your own movie? Now is your chance! K-12 students are invited to write, produce, and star in original water-themed short films. The 2021/2022 Ripple Effect Film Project theme is Healthy Water, Healthy World. Clean water is essential for all people, our environment, our communities, and our homes.

Submissions are narrowed down to the finalist round, then judged on creativity, originality, technical skill, and message content. Finalists' films are shown on the big screen during the Ripple Effect Blue Carpet Premiere, where the winners are announced and cash prizes are awarded. The entry deadline has been extended, and film submissions are now due by February 20, 2022.

Find all of the details at www.rippleeffectfilmproject.org!

Nominate a Stormwater Steward

Nominations are open for the 2022 Stormwater Steward Award. The Stormwater Steward Award recognizes environmental stewardship in the area of stormwater management. Organizations, businesses, individuals, design firms, or community groups that have worked to consider the impact of stormwater runoff on the health of area waters through a specific project, practice, or event are encouraged to apply for the award. Full details and instructions can be found at www.accgov.com/stormwater.

Applications will be accepted through Monday, February 28 and winners will be honored at the Green Life Awards Ceremony in April.

Education Specialist Position Opening

Current Stormwater Education Specialist Cecile Riker will be moving out of the Stormwater Management Program and into the ACCGov Public Information Office later this month, which means we are hiring! Do you or someone you know enjoy interacting with children and community members? Have a background in environmental education or marketing? This position could be a good fit for you. Check out the job posting and email stormwater@accgov.com with any questions. 

Stormwater Advisory Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 2, 5:00 PM
Online via WebEx

The March 2022 meeting of the Stormwater Advisory Committee will take place on Wednesday, March 2 at 5:00 PM. Agenda and streaming information will be posted at www.accgov.com/agendacenter. Comments from the public are welcome and can be submitted electronically on the Committee's webpage.

Notice Dumping?

Call the Stormwater Hotline at 706-614-1282 if you see someone dumping into a storm drain or notice flooding due to clogged pipes.