Seattle is well known for its food scene. Fresh, local food never seems far away. But in some Seattle neighborhoods healthy food choices aren’t as easy to come by. And one in five children in King County does not always having enough to eat. The city of Seattle, through the… [ Keep reading ]
Note: Below are Councilmember Mike O’Brien’s prepared remarks from the Climate Legislative and Executive Workgroup public hearing on October 24. CM O’Brien testified on behalf of the City of Seattle, along with Mayor McGinn. The Workgroup is charged with recommending a state program of actions and policies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG)… [ Keep reading ]
Join the Green Seattle Partnership to celebrate and restore Seattle’s beautiful forested parks for the 8th annual Green Seattle Day on Saturday, November 2nd from 10 am to 2 pm (event times may vary by site)! Green Seattle Day is a meaningful way to connect with nature and create a healthy and… [ Keep reading ]
The public is invited to a FREE screening of the award-winning documentary Trashed. The film follows Academy Award–winner Jeremy Irons as he sets out to discover the extent and effects of the global waste problem, traveling around the world to beautiful destinations tainted by pollution. What: Free screening of documentary “Trashed” Where: McCaw Hall at… [ Keep reading ]
Mayor McGinn has issued an executive order directing Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) to work to become carbon neutral by 2015. Seattle City Light has been carbon neutral since 2005, leading the way for our other utilities and agencies. Our efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are critical given the dramatic… [ Keep reading ]
Daylight savings time is fast approaching again- the date to set your clocks back is Sunday, November 3. Daylight Saving Time is a good reminder to test your home’s smoke detectors and change out old batteries. As winter approaches, it’s also a great time to replace burned-out light bulbs with… [ Keep reading ]
City Council will host its second of two public hearings related to the 2014 budget next Thursday evening at Garfield High School. The public will have an opportunity to address Councilmembers regarding their priorities for the 2014 city budget. WHAT: Seattle City Council Town Hall on the 2014 City Budget… [ Keep reading ]
In big storms, excess stormwater can cause sewer backups, or pollute and erode our streams. We can all help reduce runoff and pollution with simple RainWise practices. Find out more about how you can help manage stormwater at home. Why be RainWise? Reduce flooding Protect property Restore our waters, for… [ Keep reading ]
City Light wants to increase enrollment in its Utility Discount Program to help low-income or senior customers. The program offers up to 60 percent discount on utility bills and a free home energy visit. About 13,000 people are currently in the program, but we know there are at least 20,000 people… [ Keep reading ]
What are your transportation priorities? The State Senate wants to know — and is coming to Seattle to find out. The Senate is holding a listening session to find out what our transportation priorities are. This is a public event with an opportunity for public comment. Click here to let organizers for Move… [ Keep reading ]
