2025 WI Stormwater Week Has Begun!

September 20–28 is Wisconsin Stormwater Week—and it kicks off today! The City of Middleton, Dane County, and the Madison Area Municipal Stormwater Partnership are celebrating all week long with clean-ups, hands-on workshops, and free lunchtime webinars. Together, we can protect Pheasant Branch, Lake Mendota, and waters across our region. 

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Coming Up This Week

Sat, Sept. 20, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Yahara River Fall Clean-Up (Friends of Yahara River Headwaters). Meet at Veterans Memorial Park, DeForest. Refreshments provided.

Sun, Sept. 21, 2:00–4:00 PM
Native Garden Learning Hub: Rain Gardens & Downspout Gardens. Planting plans, resources, and expert design help. ($5; registration required.)

Sun, Sept. 28, 1:00–3:00 PM
Lake Wingra Community Bike/Run/Walk + Clean-Up. Learn along the route, collect trash, and help clear storm drains to keep our community clean. Bags and gloves provided. (Free.)

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Free Lunchtime Webinars Start Monday

• Mon, Sept. 22: Clean-Up Event 101
• Tue, Sept. 23: Benefits of Shoreline Restoration
• Wed, Sept. 24: What’s an Illicit Discharge?
• Thu, Sept. 25: Engaging the Community in Stormwater Education

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At-Home Actions in Middleton

• Keep storm drains clear of leaves and debris.
• Pick up pet waste and dispose of it in the designated trash.
• Sweep—not hose—driveways and sidewalks.
• Redirect downspouts to lawns or gardens; consider a rain or downspout garden.

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