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6/2
llegal tire dumping isn’t just unsightly; it’s also dangerous. And it’s on the rise. Across Seattle, hundreds of used tires are being abandoned in greenbelts, public rights-of-way, and other community spaces. Since 2022, we have seen an 82% [...]
5/28
Recycling Reform Act and Right to Repair Pass, budget shortfall impacts, and more On April 27, the Washington State Legislature concluded its 2025 legislative session after passing the state’s two-year (2025-27) biennial budget. As [...]
5/20
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) leadership was instrumental in helping to pass a new state law that will make recycling easier, more consistent, and more effective—not just across the state, but right here in Seattle too. It’s called [...]
4/18
Have you gone on a walk or drive around Seattle and spotted those bright yellow bags? We’re pretty sure you’ve seen them. Curious about what they’re for? We’ve got the answers. Those yellow bags come from our Adopt a Street (AAS) program! [...]
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