Mural, Pocket Park Being Celebrated Earth Day Weekend
April 20, 2018
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Public Affairs
Last summer, we joined artist Paul Santoleri and Roxborough and residents for a community painting event that laid the foundation for Watershed, the mural that now overlooks the neighborhood’s newest community green space–Roxborough Pocket Park.
Just in time for Earth Day weekend, Santoleri’s work is finished and will be celebrated with a dedication ceremony at 1 p.m. this Saturday, April 21st.
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What’s with the Requested Rate Change?: 9 Ways to Learn More, Get Involved
April 3, 2018
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Public Affairs
Customers, City Council, Mayor Kenney, and the Water Rate Board were recently informed that we need to raise rates. Increased rates will ensure we have the resources we need to better maintain one of the oldest water systems in the country.
As a part of the process—and to promote transparency—we are holding seven Public Input Hearings across the city.
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Join Us in Making Germantown’s Bringhurst Park Greener
March 26, 2018
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Public Affairs
As part of ongoing efforts to involve residents in designing these planned green improvements, we are currently working with neighbors and others who use Bringhurst Park to revamp the space and add stormwater management features.
A meeting to discuss the project and collect feedback about possible improvements will be held at the park on Wednesday, April 4 at 5:30 p.m.
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We’re Wild About ‘Wonders of Water’: Come See PWD at the Flower Show!
March 9, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
Over here at the Philadelphia Water Department, there’s no shortage of people who proudly wear the “water geek” badge, and we’ve also got more than a few proponents of all things green and growing.
So, you can imagine our delight after learning that the theme of the 2018 Philadelphia Flower Show would be Wonders of Water.
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Coming up: Join Us to Discuss Ideas for Growing Private Green Infrastructure
December 29, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
We recently issued an official “Request for Information,” or RFI, supporting the City’s efforts to grow the footprint of green stormwater infrastructure on private and non-City property.
To help answer any questions and provide more details about why we issued this RFI, we’re hosting an information session on January 10, 2018.
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We owe Philly’s Clean Water Champions 1,000 (Green) Thank Yous
September 25, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
You’re invited to celebrate 1,000 Greened Acres. Can you soak that in? Philly has created one thousand Greened Acres. Yes, it’s impressive … but you want to know the best part? YOU did it: One rain garden, one Rain Check workshop and one Soak It Up Adoption cleanup at a time…
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Get a Preview of Germantown’s Greener Future at October Happy Hollow Open House
September 22, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
The Philadelphia Water Department is hosting an open house event for residents and community groups interested in learning about dozens of green stormwater projects planned for construction in the Germantown neighborhood in the coming years. A part of the City’s 25-year Green City, Clean Waters program, the projects are currently in the planning and design stage…
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Want to learn about all the green stormwater projects planned for Germantown?
September 8, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
Do you want to know about upcoming green improvements coming to Germantown to help the neighborhood soak up excess stormwater that comes with rainstorms? Stop by this Philadelphia Water Department open house event between 6-8:30 p.m. to learn about a number of green projects planned for your neighborhood.
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Sneak Peek: Cobbs Creek Oral History Project + Virtual Walking Tour
August 4, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
Starting in 2015, the Philadelphia Water Department’s Public Engagement team began recording conversations with members of the Cobbs Creek community. The goal? To better understand how people feel about Cobbs Creek—one of Philadelphia’s seven major watersheds—and what they want to see for the neighborhood, the park, and the stream. You can get a sneak peek…
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These 25 Philly Homes Were Made More Beautiful by Rain Check: Pick Your Favorite!
July 18, 2017
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Brian Rademaekers
Our Rain Check photo contest has been a big hit: over 100 residents submitted photos of their green stormwater tools! To narrow it down, the Rain Check team picked the top 25—not an easy task, given the diverse mix of very cool projects represented in the entries. All who sent in a photo deserve a big thank you…
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