As citizens are asked to divert more and more waste from their garbage, the answer to what is compostable and recyclable can be confusing at times. Check out the article What packaging is compostable? It’s complicated that appeared in this Sunday’s Everett Herald. It’s a great read. And maybe you’ll… [ Keep reading ]
Leaks are a common cause of higher-than-expected water bills. Your water meter may be your most useful tool in identifying water leaks on your property. To check for leaks Locate your water meter. Water meters are usually located in the parking strip or in the sidewalk at the front or… [ Keep reading ]
If you are a senior citizen or your property is repeatedly defaced with graffiti, you can sign a waiver (PDF) granting Seattle Public Utilities’ volunteers permission to paint out graffiti on your property. Signing the waiver does not excuse property owners from the city’s graffiti nuisance ordinance, which requires timely… [ Keep reading ]
A jobs and subcontracts opportunity fair will be held to find workers and subcontractors for the construction of the new South Transfer Station. Construction of the new station will begin as early as November 2010. What: Job and Subcontracting Opportunity Fair When: Thursday, August 19, 2010, 5 pm – 7… [ Keep reading ]
Explore old growth forests with the Cedar River Watershed Institute on Saturday, August 21, from 9 am – 4 pm. The field trip, Old Growth Forests of the Cedar River Watershed, will be led by watershed botanist, Clay Antieau. On this 2-3 mile hike, you’ll see the diverse, inspiring old… [ Keep reading ]
The free recycling training session offered by Seattle Public Utilities for apartment and condominium residents will now be held at the Miller Community Center on Thursday, August 5, from 6 pm – 8:30 pm. Questions: Contact Shaina Gates at 206-449-1108 or forc@cascadiaconsulting.com.
Want to learn about water quality in our region and what you can do to help improve it? You won’t have to look any farther than the bottom of your glass. Join Seattle Public Utilities’ Restore Our Waters Program and other partners for the unveiling of our Puget Sound Starts… [ Keep reading ]
Most Pacific Northwest residents enjoy the region’s beautiful scenic views and accessible hikes. But one distinctive and overlooked quality of the Northwest is its long growing season. By knowing when and what to plant, you’ll be able to grow and harvest food almost year-round. Many of the leafy and root… [ 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 Leschi Park Arts and Crafts Fair this Saturday from 11 am – 6 pm and at… [ Keep reading ]
Join the Adopt-A-Street Program. You’ll be in good company. More than 300 active volunteer groups are currently cleaning up nearly 200 miles of city streets. We’ll support you! Volunteers receive the following and more: Cleanup supplies Safety equipment Garbage pick-up We’re flexible! Your group can choose to make a long-term… [ Keep reading ]
