Catch Basin Marking Form

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Environment

Safety Guidelines

Your safety is our top priority. Please adhere to these guidelines while participating in the program:

Prioritize Roadside Safety

  • Adults should always supervise children and teach them about road safety.
  • Stay Alert and mind your surroundings. Stay on sidewalks or boulevards and never step into traffic. When marking catch basins on corners, be extra cautious of traffic from all directions.
  • Wear a high-visibility safety vest and have a designated traffic lookout.
  • For everyone's well-being, leave dogs and very small children at home.

Handle Paint with Care

  • Our paint is lead-free, but please avoid spills, especially near catch basins.
  • Supervise children closely and follow the instructions in your kit.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and gloves.
  • If you're sensitive to paint fumes, consider acting as a traffic lookout instead.

Your Personal Safety Plan

  • Inform someone of your location and estimated return time before you start.
  • Carry emergency phone numbers for police and ambulance.
  • Always respect private property and be aware of dogs in the area.
  • Only mark during daylight hours. Mark only city roadways; obtain approval before marking on strata or private property. Choose residential or low-traffic areas where you can be safely visible for more than five minutes.

Report Hazardous Materials

Do not attempt to move or pick up hazardous materials like needles, broken glass, or deceased wildlife. Report them to New Westminster’s Engineering Operations: 604-526-4691 | engops@newwestcity.ca

Interactive Catch Basin Status Map

Check out our interactive Catch Basin Status Map to see which catch basins have not been marked and plan your route!

Explore the Map

Widgets in the top-left corner:

  • Zoom controls - Zoom the map to view different levels of detail.
  • Home button - Zoom and pan the map to return to its initial default setting.

Widgets in the top-right corner:

  • Search - Find locations on the map based on an address or place.
  • Legend - View the different symbols used on the map.

Please note, not all catch basins are shown on this map for safety reasons

Find a Catch Basin Number

  1. Navigate to an area nearest to your place of residence/business.
  2. Get the catch basin ID by zooming in or clicking on a catch basin. Note: white fish represent an available catch basin. 
  3. Copy and paste the number (e.g., 6193) in the form below.
  4. Repeat steps 2-3 to choose additional catch basins.

Please fill in the catch basin number below. You may paint up to four (4) catch basins per booking.

Application Process

1. Liability Release Form

In addition to submitting the request form below, please note:

All participants must complete the Liability Release Form and email a copy to waterconservation@newwestcity.ca. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all participants have submitted their forms before participating in the program.

2. Application Form

Must be at least 5 business days after application is submitted.
Each kit includes two adult-sized vests and two child-sized vests. Please indicate if additional vests are required and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

(including unit/apt. as applicable)

This information is collected by the City of New Westminster under Section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to process and manage your application to participate in the Catch Basin Marking Program. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information please contact the FOI and Privacy Coordinator, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, V3L 1H9, 604-636-3551, privacy@newwestcity.ca.