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Engineer briefs council on MS4 stormwater duties after DEP extends permit
Summary
Beaver Borough Engineer Dan Martone told council that the Pennsylvania DEP has administratively extended the borough’s MS4 permit renewal and outlined resident education, street‑sweeping and downspout practices to protect the Ohio River.
Beaver Borough Council on Oct. 8 heard a presentation from borough/municipal authority engineer Dan Martone on the borough’s MS4 (municipal separate storm sewer system) responsibilities after the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection administratively extended the borough’s renewal permit.
Martone said the MS4 permit governs discharges from storm sewers and catch basins into the Ohio River and is intended to prevent harm to aquatic life. He summarized compliance activities the borough and residents should take, including public education on proper disposal of chemicals, directing residential downspouts into yards rather than storm drains, and encouraging rain‑capture practices such as barrels or gardens.
The engineer also said regular street sweeping is part of the borough’s approach to reduce soot and debris entering the storm system. Martone said a DEP brochure with educational information will be posted on the borough website and that questions should be directed to him.
The presentation did not include proposed regulatory changes or new fees; Martone’s remarks focused on operational measures and resident outreach. Council did not take formal action at the meeting on new stormwater regulations; materials will remain available through borough staff for residents seeking more information.
