Staff from Seattle Public Utilities and Bert the Salmon and Evelyn the Envelope will be at festivals throughout the city this summer.
Look for us at the following events:
- July 10, Ballard Seafood Fest
- July 11, International District Street Fair
- July 25, Hispanic Seafair Festival
- August 1, Pista Sa Nayon
- August 7, Lake City Pioneer Days
- August 21, Central Area Community Festival
- Sept. 18 and 19, Fiesta Patrias
There will be lots of things to learn about, including the following:
Combined Sewer Overflow Reduction Program – During heavy rains, pipes that carry combined stormwater and sewage can overflow and threaten the quality of our waterways. Find out how Seattle is developing a long-term plan to reduce these overflows.
Restore Our Waters – Discover what we all can do to improve the health of our waterways.
RainWise – Learn how adding rain gardens, cisterns and other natural drainage elements to your property can lessen the harmful impacts of stormwater.
Practice Natural Lawn Care – Make the change to using fewer pesticides and reduce harmful runoff.
Explore Creek Stewardships – Become a volunteer and protect an important part of Seattle’s natural drainage system.
Stencil a Storm Drain – Let your community know that pollutants flow from our storm drains to our local waterways.
Prevent FOG Clogs – Pouring fats, oils and grease (FOG) from cooking down the drain can cost you thousands of dollars.
Adopt-A-Drain – Connect with our volunteer program, and help prevent flooding and improve water quality.
Prevent and Prepare for Flooding on Your Property – Find resources to help protect your property and prepare for the winter storm season.
Participate in an Advisory Committee – Make your word heard and ensure that our programs, policies and services are responsive to community needs.