The weather is starting to change, but it has been mostly sunny and dry — and we’re not out of the woods yet. Our water supply remains below normal for this time of year. While upcoming fall storms will help, we need consistent rainfall to [...]

Meet the Seattle residents who will help provide a vital avenue for community voices and influence in how Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) fulfills its mission. SPU is excited to introduce its new Customer Review Panel (CRP).  At SPU, our [...]

In late June, the City of Seattle received national accolades with an All-America City Award issued by the National Civic League. A jury of national civic leaders recognized the City of Seattle for the community engagement work of the [...]

Seattle City Council banned plastic carryout bags back in 2011. So why are they back— in a thicker form? Seattle residents likely can remember a time between 2012 and 2020 where plastic carryout bags were not offered at grocery stores and other [...]