2025 Stormwater Survey

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THIS SURVEY IS NOW INACTIVE. ANY SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE COUNTED.

Individuals living in the Municipalities listed below are invited to share their thoughts on water-related topics. Ideas will assist Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network in our efforts to protect and restore Southeastern Wisconsin's freshwater resources.

FIVE survey submitters will WIN a $100 Visa gift card! The survey is open until November 30th at midnight. Winners will be notified by email by December 6th, 2025. One submission per person.

Winning gift cards will be mailed to the address you provide and must reside within the eligible Municipalities. There is no cost to submit or win. Your personal information will never be shared or sold.

Only those who live in one of the following Municipalities are eligible for this survey.

* Which Municipality do you reside in?

City of Kenosha

City of Racine

City of Franklin

City of New Berlin

City of Oak Creek

Village of Bristol

Village of Wind Point

Village of Pleasant Prairie

Village of Salem Lakes

Village and Town of Somers

Village of Caledonia

Village of Greendale

Village of Hales Corners

Village of Mount Pleasant

Village of Sturtevant

University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Town of Waterford

Town of Norway

Town of Randall

The Villages of Waterford, Genoa City, Paddock Lake, or Twin Lakes OR the Towns of Brighton, Paris, or Wheatland

* Your Email Address (ONLY for notifying winners. Your information will NEVER be sold.)

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* Your Mailing Address (The address provided must be located in the chosen Municipality to win. Only a physical gift card will be mailed to the winners).

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* Your municipality has separate systems for stormwater and sewage. Where does rainwater go once it flows into roadside ditches or storm drains?

It is conveyed to a water treatment center.

It flows into the nearest river, lake, or pond.

It all evaporates.

It all soaks into lawns and pavement.

* What effect do grass clippings, leaves, and lawn and garden fertilizers have on our local lakes, rivers, and ponds?

Provides Phosphorus and Nitrogen that are essential to fish.

Provides Phosphorus and Nitrogen that accelerate algae growth.

Nothing, it's natural.

* Is pet waste an issue in our local watersheds?

No, it’s natural and good for the environment.

Yes, it contains toxic pathogens and parasites like E. coli and roundworms.

It's neutral and doesn't benefit or harm water quality.

* What effect does winter salt (a.k.a. "road salt" or "chlorides") have on our community?

None, it has no effect on local water quality and only reduces accidents.

It contaminates freshwater, is toxic to pets, and erodes concrete & metal.

* Why is excessive sediment in our lakes, rivers, and ponds a problem? (Check all that apply).

It harms fish survival and reproductive rates.

It reduces sunlight which negatively affects native aquatic plants.

It adds nutrients that feed algae.

It increases pond maintenance costs.

It creates murky water and affects aesthetics.

It clogs infrastructure.

* Are native plants better than non-native plants for our local natural resources?

No, there is little difference as it relates to local water quality issues.

Yes, natives soak up more stormwater, reduce shoreline erosion and are more resilient in our climate.

* How do you feel about the quality of the rivers, lakes and ponds in your area?

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Is there a waterbody or natural resource in your area that you are concerned about? If so, please name the waterbody/natural resource and share why:

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How familiar are you with the Respect Our Waters program? Choose One.

First time hearing of Respect Our Waters.

Have heard or seen the name somewhere before.

Hear or see the name often.

I have been to an event where Respect Our Waters was exhibited.

Yes

I would like to receive emails about watershed restoration projects, natural resource education, and volunteer opportunities in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Yes

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Respect Our Waters is a program of Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network, a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission to restore, protect, and sustain the watersheds of Southeastern Wisconsin.

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