Public Education Task Force

A survey conducted in the Upper Trinity Basin reveals that 89% of North Texans still believe that industry is to blame for pollution in our waterways, not recognizing that their own daily activities contribute to water pollution. Local governments are required to educate the public about stormwater pollution and the actions that they can take to reduce or prevent stormwater runoff pollution in their homes, in their communities, and throughout the region.

The Stormwater Public Education Task Force (PETF) is a sub-group of NCTCOG's Regional Stormwater Management Coordinating Council (RSWMCC). The PETF provides a forum for stormwater professionals from local governments to share ideas, pool resources, and create a unified regional message about how citizens and municipalities can help prevent stormwater pollution.

For past meeting summaries, agendas, presentations, and PETF participation information, click here.

General Information

• Stormwater FAQ: answers to you basic questions about stormwater
• PETF Programs and other NCTCOG water-related education programs
  • Texas SmartScape 
    • www.TxSmartScape.com 
  • Doo the Right Thing
    • www.dfwstormwater.com/petwaste
  • Yard Waste Management
    • www.dfwstormwater.com
  • Defend Your Drains
    • www.DefendYourDrainsNorthTexas.com
• Regional Events Calendar

Outreach Materials and Resources

• FY18 Social Media Templates
  • NCTCOG program logos are available here for your use
  • January: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • February: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • March: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • April: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • May: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • June: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • July: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • August: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • September: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • October: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • November: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
  • December: Template (PDF), Visuals (zipped file)
• Interactive Resources for Stormwater Education
  • Educator's Toolbox – searchable database of stormwater education materials from North Central Texas and beyond. Search can be narrowed by target audience, activity type, locality, and other parameters.
  • Stormwater Jeopardy and Game Editor – downloadable game application for educators to use in classrooms
  • Freddy the Fish and Stormwater to Drinking Water – these NCTCOG-produced videos educate children about stormwater basics and how they can do their part to protect stormwater quality
• Printed Publications
• Training and Outreach Materials for Cities and Counties