SDOT is looking for people interested in participating in the Play Streets 2014 pilot program. It’s easy and free to create your own play street! Play streets offer an opportunity to expand the use of our streets and provide more places for people. What is a play street? A play street closes a neighborhood… [ Keep reading ]
The Trees for Neighborhoods program helps Seattle residents plant trees around their homes. Since 2009, Trees for Neighborhoods has helped Seattle residents plant over 4,000 trees in their yards and right-of-ways. The program just released the Trees for Neighborhoods Tree Map. This interactive map overlays planting data with canopy cover… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board (SBAB) is accepting applications for new members to advise the City on the concerns and needs of the growing bicycling community. The volunteer board, which was created by Seattle City Council in 1977, plays an influential role in implementing the Seattle Bicycle Master Plan. The board… [ Keep reading ]
Peak residential water rates are in effect from May 16 through September 15 each year. Peak rates incorporate a three-tiered rate structure with progressively higher rates as water consumption increases. During warmer months, we depend on water stored in our mountain reservoirs to meet customer demand while leaving enough water… [ Keep reading ]
In celebration of Bike Month and perfect springtime weather, the Seattle Department of Transportation is hosting coffee chats around the city to hear what YOU think we can do to encourage more walking and biking in your neighborhoods. 1. Complete a fast and easy online survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/neighborhoodgreenways 2. Stop by for Free… [ Keep reading ]
[Repost of April 21 King County News Release ] King County is again offering grants to fund small-scale environmental projects that support the cleanup and protection of the Lower Duwamish Waterway and nearby neighborhoods. Non-profit community groups, tribes, and schools are encouraged to submit applications, which are due by 5 p.m…. [ Keep reading ]
[Reposted from Feet First] Throughout the weekend of May 3 and 4, celebrate the legacy of urbanist Jane Jacobs through a series of FREE walks across the Puget Sound region. Explore your neighborhoods, make new friends, and learn something new about the community! Last year, more than 150 people joined Feet… [ Keep reading ]
You’re an Expert ~ Share Your Tips! Know great ways to save water? Are you a tomato-growing wizard? This is your chance to share your best gardening tips in a short video to win prizes and help your fellow gardeners! Visit www.gardenhotline.org/videos for more information, including prize categories. Videos should not… [ Keep reading ]
Launched in early 2014, the Community Climate Forums are an opportunity for community organizations and residents to meet with City staff and leadership on a quarterly basis for in-depth conversations on Climate Action Plan implementation activities and other city- or community-led environmental initiatives. The second Community Climate Forum will be: Monday, 5/5… [ Keep reading ]
Washington Water Trust hosts the Seattle premiere of the 12th annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival at the SIFF Cinema Uptown (501 Queen Anne Ave. N.) on April 24th. Prepare to be amazed, motivated, inspired and wowed by a number of carefully-selected films, including The Strong People, a powerful documentary… [ Keep reading ]
