After decades of urbanization, the quality of the water in our lakes, rivers and Puget Sound is threatened by urban runoff and the limitations of a drainage system built more than 60 years ago. Seattle is working to clean up combined sewer overflows which threaten the quality of our waterways…. [ Keep reading ]
The newly reconstructed West Seattle Reservoir went into service this week. The reservoir is one of four in Seattle Public Utilities’ current Reservoir Covering Program. The utility is replacing its open reservoirs with underground structures that will improve the quality and security of our water supply and provide 76 acres… [ Keep reading ]
Bert the Salmon will be around town this weekend. Stop by for festive fun and facts about how you can be a solution to cleaner waterways for a healthy Seattle. Bert will be at the Ballard Seafood Fest this Saturday and at the International District Street Fair on Sunday.
The unseasonably cool and damp weather our area has experienced has meant low water use; however with temperatures in the high eighties and low nineties this week, many customers will be using more water. From from May 16 through September 15 each year, peak residential water rates are in effect…. [ Keep reading ]
The Office of Housing’s Home Repair Loan Program provides no-interest loans to qualified low- and moderate-income Seattle homeowners for needed repairs. Seattle Public Utilities customers who qualify can find help with costly repairs to the following: Side sewer Water line Plumbing Hot water heater Eligibility is based upon the number… [ Keep reading ]
Mowing the lawn no longer needs to be a noisy, smelly chore that guzzles gasoline and belches exhaust fumes into the air. By switching to a push or electric mower, you’ll not only save money on gas and oil, you’ll also cut carbon dioxide emissions, improve air quality and reduce… [ Keep reading ]
Why make a change With the Natural Yard Care guide, you will grow a great-looking, easy-care yard that’s also healthier for kids, pets, and the environment. Get started with these 5 easy steps Build healthy soil Plant right for your site Practice smart watering Think twice before using pesticides Practice… [ Keep reading ]
The Fourth of July kicks off the summer cooking season with lots of outdoor barbecues, fresh summer produce and family fun. Seattle Public Utilities offers the following tips to help make this summer greener and less wasteful. Stop, think, and sort your take out! A new Seattle ordinance, which requires… [ Keep reading ]
You can make a difference in your watershed by caring for a local creek. Learn about Seattle’s creek systems and get involved in sustaining them! What you can do: Learn about living on a creek and backyard stewardship. Report dumping in a stream or wetland. Trees play a large part… [ Keep reading ]
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… [ Keep reading ]
