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Peak Watering Rates Start May 16th
Seasonal third tier rate in effect May 16th - September 15th.

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Stop Phone Book Deliveries
Tired of receiving phone books you never use? Put an end to it here.

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Take our Survey
Help us improve our annual Water Quality Report.

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Fix That Leak - Oil and Water Don't Mix
Seattle high school students' videos on how car oil leaks harm Puget Sound and wildlife.

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Seattle's Plastic Carryout Bag Ban Starts July 1
See what's required – reusable bags are best.

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Support Green Businesses in Your Neighborhood
Visit our map featuring Seattle’s green, greener, and greenest businesses.

Get Help Utiltiy Bills

Get Help Paying Your Bill
Learn about a community sign up event near you.

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Fix Leaks Videos Help You Save
Use these videos to find and fix household leaks. It can save you up to $175 a year.

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Rebate on Water Saving Toilets
Get a $30 rebate when you purchase a new WaterSense-labeled high-efficiency toilet (HET).

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Cedar River Watershed Programs and Tours

Discover the source of your tap water and learn about the animals and plants that live in the 92,000-acre Watershed.

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Restore Our Waters

Get involved and be part of the community working to restore and protect Seattle’s creeks, lakes and Puget Sound.

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Combined Sewer Overflow Reduction

Seattle is working to stop urban runoff from polluting our waterways. Find out how you can help control combined sewer overflows.

West Seattle Reservoir Construction

New West Seattle Reservoir

The reservoir is one of four in Seattle Public Utilities’ current Reservoir Covering Program. A park is being planned on the newly added 20 acres of open space.

News from the Mayor Mayor Mike McGinn

The latest news from Mayor Mike McGinn

College Bound
Help sign up every eligible 8th grader for a guaranteed college scholarship.

SPD 20/20
Mayor announces new police department reform.

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