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Northern Notes from page 1 obstructions including leaves, grass and debris. Debris at storm ponded water will either evaporate or infiltrate into the soil.
sewer inlets also build up after a storm event, which is a good Maintain Proper Swales
Did you know that in very heavy rains, some water standing time to check the inlet to make sure that the system will work • Let water pond. Runoff should temporarily pond in the swale
in streets or swales is part of the flood control design plan and well in the next storm. for 24 to 36 hours, sometimes even up to 72 hours.
is expected? Your neighborhood lake’s water level may seem to Too Deep To Drive? • Mow the swale but keep it at a good grass growth. Tall grass
rise alarmingly, but that’s not likely to last. If the system in your If during or after a rain event you arrive upon a roadway where slows water movement.
neighborhood is working properly, levels will return to normal you cannot determine the depth of the water in the street – for • Remove and compost leaves and grass clippings from
soon after the rain has stopped. A heavier, more widespread and your own safety – do not drive down the street. Find an alternate swales.
longer-lasting storm will require more time for local, secondary route. • Minimize use of fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides within
and regional systems to absorb the excess water. Because these Swales 50 feet of a swale.
flood control systems are connected, what’s happening upstream Chances are if you’ve lived in South Florida long enough, • Do not pile garbage, trash, leaves, limbs or garden debris in
or downstream from your neighborhood also has an impact. you’ve heard at least one person refer to a “swale.” A swale swales— this adds pollutants which can wash into downstream
Keep It Clear is a graded and engineered grassy area of land appearing as a waters.
Many stormwater blockages in streets occur due to clogged linear, shallow, open channel, that stretches from the edge of the • Do not pave the swale — this reduces the filtration and
storm sewer inlets. If there is an inlet in the street adjacent to sidewalk in front of homes (or the property line if there is no infiltration of runoff.
your home, residents are asked to keep this drain clear of all sidewalk) to the edge of the street. Swales are typically vegetated • Do not park vehicles in the swale— this compacts the soil so
with flood tolerant, erosion resistant plants. Swales are one of less runoff soaks in. It also destroys the vegetation in the swale
Deadline for the October the most commonly used stormwater practices. For many years, that is needed to filter the pollutants out of the water.
swales have been used to direct runoff from rural highways and
• Do not alter the design of the swale. Any changes will require
Issue is September 18 residential streets. Today, swales not only direct stormwater but a permit as they may affect drainage.
also help filter runoff and reduce pollutants.
Please keep in mind that there is a direct link between what
Mail or e-mail to: A swale slows down the rapid flow of stormwater runoff by we do around our home and the water quality of our canals,
Bill Thompson, 18583 Lake Bend Drive ponding water between its sloping sides, often called berms. The ponds, lakes and wetlands.
NPDES tip: It is important to never dump any debris,
ponding not only slows the rate of flow but allows pollutants
ws.thompson@comcast.net to settle out of the water. Ponding facilitates water quality including but not limited to landscape waste, garbage or
improvements through infiltration, filtration and sedimentary chemicals into a storm sewer inlet. While bulky materials can
deposition. Collected stormwater is expected to drain away cause flooding, chemicals and other wastes that are dumped
through the soil within several hours or days. When the swale into a storm sewer eventually drain into lakes and canals, which
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Beth White, RPA, LCAM, President/CEO Summer may be over but the fun doesn’t end for the many are retirees plus others with flexible hours that allow them time to
bwhite@realtimepm.com Jupiter Senior Softball enthusiasts whose love of the game has participate. A promotional flyer urges those interested to “Come
140 Intracoastal Drive, Ste. 306 them turning out for games every Monday, Wednesday and Play in Paradise,” a reference to the state’s sunny climate that is
Jupiter, FL 33477 Friday morning, year-round. conducive to games throughout the year.
Games follow batting practice at 8:30 a.m. at Jupiter The league features several divisions that allow games for
Community Park, 3373 Church St. more competitive players as well as for those desiring a more
New players are always needed and urged to register now to relaxed style of play with an emphasis on enjoyment of the
The Shores Of Jupiter Homeowners help fill teams for a Fall League and the 2020 Winter League that games. Registration can be made online at www.leaguelineup.
Association Inc. runs from January 2020 through March. The softball program com/jssa. For more information contact Dave Summers at (561)
Board Of Directors, Committee is open to men 55 and older and players of all skill levels are 800-8230.
welcome.
Board Of Directors: There is no upper age limit but most participants are in their
David Lindley, President ................................. 743-5522 60s and 70s, and some in their 80s.
Emily O’Mahoney, Vice President .................. 747-9048 The slow-pitch softball program began in 1988 and is
Bill Thompson, Secretary ............................... 762-1832
Mike Stevens, Treasurer .................................. 575-0393 sponsored by the Jupiter Senior Softball Association in
Steve Jackson, Director ................................... 743-1608 cooperation with the Town of Jupiter. A majority of the players
Art Cummings, Director ................................. 743-0047
Andrea Peralta, Director ................................. 748-3463
Architectural Control And Documents Committee:
Art Cummings, Chair ...................................... 743-0047
Emily O’Mahoney, Vice Chair ........................ 747-9048
Lakes And Parks Committee:
Dave Lindley, Chair ........................................ 743-5522
Landscaping and Irrigation Committee:
Emily O’Mahoney, Chair ................................ 747-9048
Crime And Safety Committee:
Bill Thompson, Chair ...................................... 762-1832
Welcoming Committee:
Andrea Peralta ................................................. 748-3463 Their faces say it best, that any day at the ballpark is a
Infrastructure good one. They are, front row, left to right: Gene Holmes,
Steve Jackson, Chair ....................................... 748-1608 Pete Furio, Mike Manasia, Sid Dinerstein, Gary Brann and
Communications Newsletter Editor: Paul Straubinger makes contact. Glenn Spacht. Back row, Pete Forgatch.
Bill Thompson, Chair ...................................... 762-1832
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