MS4 / Stormwater Coalition
An MS4 is.....
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a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System that is a network of pipes, ditches, and other structures that manage stormwater runoff in urban areas. Essentially, it's the system that collects rainwater and directs it away from buildings and streets to prevent flooding. The MS4 is owned and operated by the local government and is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure that the stormwater runoff is clean and doesn't cause pollution in nearby bodies of water.
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The Town of LeRay is a participating member of the Jefferson County Stormwater Coalition, a regional partnership formed to help municipalities meet federal stormwater requirements and protect local waterways. By coordinating our efforts with neighboring towns, villages, and Jefferson County, we are able to address stormwater quality more effectively and more affordably than any municipality could on its own.
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The Coalition meets quarterly to review regulations, share resources, plan public education efforts, and coordinate projects that reduce pollution entering streams, rivers, and lakes. Technical support—including mapping, outreach materials, and regulatory guidance—is provided by the Jefferson County Soil & Water Conservation District, which also serves as the Coalition’s Stormwater Program Coordinator.
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Participation in the Coalition allows LeRay to stay up to date with federal and state stormwater mandates while improving water quality throughout the region. Coalition activities are supported through municipal membership contributions and state environmental grants.
ANNUAL GRIEVANCE DAY INFORMATION
Grievance Day is held annually, on the first Thursday after the fourth Tuesday in May. On this day, the Board of Assessment Review (BAR) hears complaints from property owners regarding their property assessments.
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You do not need an attorney to file a grievance, and there is no fee to do so. You may present your case in person, by mail, or authorize someone to represent you.
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​All decisions made by the BAR are based on the evidence provided, such as recent sales data, comparable properties, appraisals, or documented property conditions. The board does not decide tax amounts — only the assessed value of your property.
NEXT GRIEVANCE DAY:
Work Session:
Meeting:
Location:
March 7, 2024
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
Conference Room
Grievance Day is the deadline for submitting Form RP-524 and the day that the BAR meets to hear complaints.
Stormwater (or polluted runoff) is rain or melting snow that flows over the ground. In urban or developed areas, Stormwater runs over pavement and parking lots, picking up oil and other pollutants before flowing into a nearby river or stream. In more natural areas including forests and wetlands, Stormwater can soak into the ground, or be stored and filtered. To learn more about Stormwater Management, please visit the Jefferson County Stormwater Coalition.
