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What can we do about nitrogen pollution? The good news is that we can all be part of the <br /> solution too! By reducing the amount of nitrogen that we discharge into the ground from our <br /> wastewater and stormwater systems, we can prevent or reverse nitrogen pollution. Simple <br /> actions such as limiting the use of fertilizer and picking up after your dog help. <br /> Conventional Title 5 septic systems do not remove enough nitrogen from household wastewater <br /> —even when properly functioning. In fact,the largest source of nitrogen pollution to Mashpee <br /> waters currently comes from Title 5 septic systems. Innovations in septic system design have <br /> been made and there are now systems available that provide enhanced nitrogen removal, though <br /> not nearly enough to solve our nitrogen problem. <br /> Centralized wastewater treatment plants provide much better nitrogen removal than septic <br /> systems. Treatment facilities can be designed to provide greater nitrogen removal during <br /> processing. If the correct locations are selected, nitrogen can be removed from our most over- <br /> stressed watersheds or be located where natural processes which take place in our fresh water <br /> systems can provide further nitrogen reduction. Recharging groundwater has the added benefit <br /> of keeping water local by returning it to the rivers, streams and estuaries that it came from. <br /> The Town is doing its part to improve and protect Mashpee's waters by implementing the <br /> WNMP. It's critical for Mashpee residents and businesses to also be involved in the Project. <br /> You are part of the problem—and must be part of the solution. You can learn more about the <br /> problem with nutrients in Mashpee waters by visiting the Cape Cod Water Protection <br /> Collaborative's website at www.ccwpc.orR. Read more about Mashpee's efforts to solve the <br /> problem by visiting the About the Project section of this website,participate in Sewer <br /> Commission meetings and add your voice to our community's discussion about the options. <br /> Ultimately,the Sewer Commission will recommend a plan, which will need county and state <br /> approval. Residents will be asked to provide the funds needed to implement the plan, so please <br /> stay informed. <br /> 3 <br />