Restorative Ecological Project brings life back to Manayunk Canal: Construction will temporarily close a small section of the Schuylkill River Trail over the next few months.
August 25, 2023
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Amy Hopf
The Flat Rock Dam Betterment project, a multi-year ecological project that will restore an eastern portion of the dam, will cause a 3-4 month closure on the Schuylkill River Trail between Leverington Ave. in Manayunk and Shawmont Station this fall. Starting on Monday, September 11, 2023, the Schuylkill River Trail (SRT) alongside the Flat Rock […]
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Learn About Local PWD Work with Construction Project Pages: This handy tool lets residents check the status of construction projects in their neighborhood
July 31, 2023
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Amy Hopf
Have you ever noticed Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) construction in your neighborhood and wanted to know more about the project? We have a handy new(ish) tool that gives each project a home on our website: PWD Project Pages These pages let residents find projects in their communities, learn what will be accomplished by the work, and […]
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Stream Restoration, Green Infrastructure, and More Revamps Planned for Tacony Creek
June 5, 2023
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Grace Maiorano
Tacony Creek Park can expect to see improvements benefitting its waterways, wildlife, and surrounding community. Tacony Creek GSI & Stream Restoration Tacony Creek Park Design is well underway for the Tacony Creek Stream GSI and Stream Restoration project. The project combines our watershed improvement and ecological restoration efforts with Green City, Clean Waters, an ongoing […]
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PWD embarks on partnership with Philadelphia Police: The 16th Police District Headquarters is set to receive new green tools next year.
June 13, 2022
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Public Affairs
This is our first time joining forces with the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) and the Department of Public Property (DPP) on a large-scale Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) installation.
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2021: A Year in Review: We reflect on a year of achievements, advances, and milestones.
December 27, 2021
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Public Affairs
From pollution praises to community poetry — infrastructure investments to mural unveilings, 2021 offered a plethora of opportunities allowing us to better serve, engage, and communicate our water services to Philadelphia residents.
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Green City, Clean Waters: A Celebration to Remember
December 3, 2021
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Public Affairs
More than 250 ‘green’ enthusiasts of all ages convened in Olde Kensington last month to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Green City, Clean Waters.
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Green City, Clean Waters ‘A Decade in the Community’ Celebration: Join us on Oct. 21 on North American Street!
October 15, 2021
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Public Affairs
The Philadelphia Water Department is hosting Green City, Clean Waters: A Decade in the Community on Thursday, October 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. outside of Crane Arts and along the 1400 block of North American Street.
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‘Drink More Tap’ Mural Making Waves at Cruz Rec: The water-themed murals are making local + national headlines.
October 6, 2020
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Grace Maiorano
Cultivating informative and creative outreach, Drink More Tap—our ongoing project—bridges art with education, spreading awareness about the benefits of drinking Philly tap: it’s healthy, sustainable, and affordable.
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See Updated Cottman Ave. Green Street Plans: New Open House Walk-In Hours for Input Next Week
July 16, 2019
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Public Affairs
Cottman Avenue’s makeover is advancing, and the City wants your input on a recently finalized concept plan. Come to the Northeast Regional Library between 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23 to see all the big improvements in the works.
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New Roxborough Mural Explores Local Watersheds, Lore, and Mysterious History
July 13, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
The site of Roxborough’s Pocket Park project, nestled between two buildings along Ridge Avenue, now features the beginnings of a water- and history-themed mural—a bright new addition to a still-developing space that the community hopes will be a keystone attraction for residents and visitors…
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