Have an idea for a community event or outreach program that encourages people to take action to benefit our climate? We want to help! The Office of Sustainability & Environment has small climate grants (up to $500) available for groups or individuals who want create opportunities for their community to get involved… [ Keep reading ]
Learn where your water comes from. Join a Family Tap Water Tour this July and August. This is the 1-hour family-style version of our Signature Tap Water Tour. Popular with multi-generational families, it’s bound to delight young, curious minds with short attention spans and high energy levels. The tour begins with a quick… [ Keep reading ]
Governor Inslee signed a proclamation declaring June 2014 the 8th annual “Orca Awareness Month” to focus attention on orca and their habitat in our state. Orca Awareness Month encourages residents to “recommit our time, talents and treasure to work that ensures protection and growth of our orca population.” Here are some… [ Keep reading ]
NO. Seattle residents cannot recycle foam containers in their curbside recycling containers. Ask your local mail house to see if they’ll reuse foam packaging, or you can take it to Styro Recycle in Renton. Lots of other items that can’t be recycled in your recycling cart can be reused or recycled at… [ Keep reading ]
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 ]
