Mark all storm drains with a "no dumping" message. Route dirty cleaning water to sanitary sewers, not storm drains/gutters/streets.

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1 Friendly Inlet-Friendly Requirements 1. Hold trainings for staff at least once a year. 2. Complete a total of ten action items with a minimum of two from each category. 3. Submit an application with photo documentation where possible. Stormwater Pollution Actions Mark all storm drains with a "no dumping" message. Route dirty cleaning water to sanitary sewers, not storm drains/gutters/streets. Use and dispose of cleaning products and other chemicals with care. Use them up completely or take them to a hazardous waste disposal facility. Don't mix chemicals with regular trash, pour down drains or dump on ground. Store all chemical products in their original containers or properly labeled secondary containers with tight fitting lids. Chemical products should be stored in secure, controlled areas, away from stormwater runoff. Keep dumpster lids closed and routinely inspect them for leaks and spills. Maintain septic tank and drain fields. Provide outdoor receptacle for cigarette butt disposal. Use organic fertilizers and pesticides. Maintain buffer areas in their natural state to protect the inlet. Reduce or eliminate the use of chemical pesticides through integrated pest management. This could include biological controls, traps, baits, barriers, calking and sealing cracks, and changing conditions that attract and harbor pests (food, garbage storage, landscaping, etc.) Regularly clean litter and debris in front of your business. Attempt to minimize the amount of litter entering the storm drain. Establish a plan for oil or chemical spill cleanup. Roof is regularly checked for signs of grease build up. The Inlet-Friendly is a voluntary program offered free of charge to businesses within Murrells Inlet, implemented to help reduce their environmental impact on the Inlet and the community and to recognize each business for their commitment and participation in the program. Maintain proper cleaning procedures for kitchen equipment and exhaust hoods. 1

2 Landscaping Actions Compost or leave grass clipping on mowed turf rather than sending them to the landfill. Landscape with native and drought resistant plants. Install pervious pavement to increase stormwater infiltration. Install a rain garden or bioswale to treat runoff from roof or parking lot. Use a cistern or rain barrels to collect rain water for irrigation or other purposes. Install pet waste bag dispensers and signs to encourage visitors to pick up pet waste. Utilize landscaping to minimize bare soil eroding into storm drains. Use drip devices in lieu of sprinklers. Water in early mornings to minimize evaporation. Alter time and duration of irrigation with the weather. Adjust sprinklers for even coverage of grass, not pavement, and repair defective lines and sprinkler heads. Use pest and disease resistant plants in landscaping. Direct downspouts into landscaping areas instead of into the storm sewer system, streets or parking lots. Indoor Water Actions Do not place chemicals down drains, on the ground or in regular trash. Provide biodegradable and waterless hand soap. Monitor the water bill monthly to detect problems. Keep a water-saving log. Place signs reminding customers and employees to conserve water and report leaks. Install low flow toilets and urinals. Install low flow lavatory faucet aerators (1.5 gpm or less) or motion-sensitive faucets. Use and document water saving strategies for cleaning. Regularly check water system for leaks, and promptly repair leaks in toilets, faucets and pipes if found. Dispose of hazardous waste properly: e-waste, fluorescent bulbs, motor oil, chemicals. Contract county solid waste or recycling vendors for proper disposal options.... 2

3 Waste Reduction & Recycling Remove your name from junk mail lists, write "refused" on first class mail. Use , disk, bulletin board postings, etc. to minimize paper usage. Use scrap office paper for taking notes, etc. Avoid using cover sheets to send fax transmittals. Print on both sides of paper. Encourage employees to recycle and prevent waste. Institute a print "Only Upon Request" policy. Wash and reuse coffee cups and eating utensils. Recycle newspapers, paper and magazines. Recycle plastic. Recycle cardboard. Recycle glass. Recycle aluminum cans. Use recyclable batteries Install or use computer fax modems that fax directly from computers. Purchase recycled products such as paper, brochures, business cards. Use refillable ink cartridges. Friendly 4124-B Highway 17 Business Murrells Inlet, SC

4 Friendly Application Contact Information Business Organization Name Address City: State Zip Phone Number Fax Website Contact Name About Your Business Business Non-Profit Congregator School Other Brief description of Organization: Partner Commitment I have completed 10 actions from the Action Checklist (please complete and attach). I agree to build a staff training on water quality once a year I have completed the following Bonus Action (short description): How did you hear about this program? Television Newspaper Website Facebook Word of Mouth Other Thank You for doing your part to protect clean water in our Inlet! Please mail completed for to: Murrells Inlet 2020 PO Box 1357 Murrells Inlet SC Or to: info@murrellsinletsc.com

5 Friendly Business Pledge Murrells Inlet 2020 As an Inlet Friendly Business, we,, pledge to protect the inlet and enhance our community by minimizing our environmental footprint. We will comply with the letter and spirit and all environmental laws and regulations, and will strive to continuously improve our environmental performance. We will openly share our best practices and will work with others so that the natural beauty of Murrells Inlet is not only preserved, but enhanced for generations to come." Signature Date Business Owner/Manger