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Meet the New 2026 SWAC Members Helping Shape Seattle’s Zero Waste Future 

July 21, 2026

Seattle’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) is helping Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) advance zerowaste goals, build more sustainable systems, and ensure our programs reflect community needs and values. SWAC members advise SPU on recycling, composting, waste prevention, and long-term planning, offering important perspectives from across industries, neighborhoods, and lived experiences. Each year, SPU welcomes new SWAC members through… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Garbage, Recycling, & Compost

Celebrating 40 Years of Composting, Community, and Change 

July 17, 2026

Forty years ago, Seattle found itself at a turning point. In the mid-1980s, local landfills were filling and closing rapidly, and the city needed fresh ideas to reduce waste and rethink how residents managed everyday materials. The spark for that change came from a collaborative effort between the city and a small… [ Keep reading ]

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Expanding Assistance for Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities Customers 

July 16, 2026

Many people in our region are facing affordability challenges. At the same time, the cost of providing essential utility services, including electricity, water, sewer, and garbage, continues to rise. Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities offer programs and payment options to help customers manage their utility bills. To help more households access savings, Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Customer Service & Resources, News

It’s been a championship season for Seattle Water

July 1, 2026

In recent months, Seattle’s sports teams have given us plenty of moments we’ll never forget—from a football world championship to home run records and thrilling playoff games. These winning spells, along with this summer’s World Cup matches in Seattle, have made our city shine on a global stage. Seattle has… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson Reconfirms Andrew Lee for Another Four Years at SPU

June 26, 2026

Early this year, Mayor Wilson announced her intent to reconfirm General Manager Andrew Lee, and last week he was officially sworn in. Hundreds of city staff, friends, and family gathered in Bertha Knight Landes to hear remarks, witness the ceremony, and celebrate the occasion. Alongside five other department leaders, Andrew Lee was… [ Keep reading ]

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Garbage, Recycling, and Food/Yard Waste Collection During Temporary Street Closures Along Aurora Ave N

June 25, 2026

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is working closely with the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) to support upcoming temporary street closures on the west side of Aurora Ave N. These closures are part of the City’s coordinated effort to reduce dangerous cut‑through driving and address long‑standing public safety issues. To help… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Garbage, Recycling, & Compost, News

SPU and Partners Honored with ‘Water Equity’ Recognition

June 10, 2026

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) and its partners were recognized on June 2 at the U.S. Water Alliance Wavemakers Award Ceremony in Saint Paul, Minnesota for the “remarkable commitment to centering community perspectives” in a program for future water professionals. The recognition highlights the Water Systems Career Exploration Pilot, which introduced… [ Keep reading ]

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SPU Expands In‑Person Utility Assistance to Seattle Municipal Tower

June 2, 2026

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is expanding access to Utility Assistance resources with new, in‑person support hours at the Seattle Municipal Tower (SMT). Beginning June 2nd, customers can now speak directly with Utility Assistance staff every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the 4th-floor Customer Service Desk…. [ Keep reading ]

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How SPU Connects with Community for a Positive Impact in Seattle

May 28, 2026

Yongkang Zhou, who works for the Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA), stood in an alley that can easily be overlooked in the multi-ethnic neighborhood, just blocks from Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park. “Some visitors just come here to park and go to the stadiums or head to a train… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Garbage, Recycling, & Compost

Understanding Your SPU Bill and What to Do with Extra Waste

May 19, 2026

Your utility bill includes three different services: Drinking Water, Drainage & Sewer, and Solid Waste. Extra fees—if they apply—are listed on page 3 of your bill. Reviewing this page each billing cycle helps ensure you know exactly what you’re being charged for. If you have questions or concerns, our customer… [ Keep reading ]

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