Water Education Program and Resources

MARC's Regional Water Quality Education Program raises public awareness about watershed issues and water quality in the Kansas City region.

The program's long-term water quality public education strategy capitalizes on the momentum created by past water quality awareness topics and community initiatives such as the Kansas Healthy Yards and Communities program.

Water Quality Education Committee

The Water Quality Education Committee (WQEC) was formed in 2003 in response to numerous requests from local governments to develop a cooperative approach to water quality public education and to meet federal NPDES Phase I/II regulatory requirements. The committee also manages an annual grant program.

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Educational materials

Collection of available water education materials about keeping waterways free of contaminants, using chemicals, pick up pet waste and know your roots.

The WQEC distributes printer-ready files of educational posters and rack cards at no cost to members of the public. They also provide partner municipalities physical materials, including storm drain markers, public signage, pet waste litter bags and car litter bags. The committee also creates PSAs and social media campaigns for the general public, and host trainings for stormwater and environmental professionals.

View and request water quality poster and rack card printer-ready files. Requests will be fulfilled as digital files with printer guidance to take to a printing vendor. Requested physical materials will only be fulfilled for partner municipal staff.

View and request materials

KC Rain Keepers

If it's on the ground

It's in our water

KCRainKeepers.org teaches Kansas City–area residents how to reduce stormwater pollution and protect local waterways through simple, everyday actions.