Oakland Park’s project will treat 9,100 square feet of wetlands with native plants to beautify a community space and effectively reduce pollutants by absorbing stormwater runoff.  

• Funding: $528,000
• Maintained by: WRC
• Construction Start Date: Spring 2025 

Project Goals

• Improve water quality by filtering stormwater runoff through bioretention cells
• Reduce pollutants from entering the Clinton River
• Use native landscape to beautify the area and aid in stormwater management
• Create a gathering space for the local community to enjoy

Why Native Plants?
Native plants play a crucial role in stormwater management by providing deep root systems that enhance soil stability, increase water infiltration, and reduce surface runoff. This not only helps prevent flooding but also improves water quality by filtering out pollutants before they enter our waterways. Discover more about how native plants and rain gardens are an important part of sustainable stormwater management here.