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This water and the accompanying silt, from road runoff, coming down Gerling St. from the direction of Golf St, ends up on my property causing damage to my driveway and lawn. I know the water runoff and silt contain petroleum that accumulates on the road surface. This petroleum is an environmental contamination issue. As a result I want the city to take the necessary steps to halt any further damage, environmental or otherwise to my property. There is room for a recharge/catch basin to the right of my driveway as viewed in the photograph. In addition I want the foot of my driveway repaired as it has become extremely porous as a result of the petroleum eating away at it. This has been brought to the attention of Chris Wallin, city engineer, you can speak with him for additional information. I have spoken to an inspector for the NYSDEC and he has plans to visit next week to discuss the environmental fallout from this problem.