New Water-themed Mural Is Brimming with Hidden Details, History: The story behind ’Water Gives Life’
October 24, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
Snaking throughout the mural are water mains and sewers, drawing attention to the 6,800-plus miles of infrastructure maintained by PWD.
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Strawberry Mansion Water Department Open House: What residents need to know about new plans, programs + more
October 12, 2018
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Public Affairs
This event is a one-stop shop for water bills, water jobs, water construction in Strawberry Mansion. PWD Staff, officials, and local organizations will share info and answer your questions about Water Dept. projects, programs, and opportunities.
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The New Discovery Center Hosts a Rain Check Workshop: A Great Place to ‘Imagine a Day Without Water’
October 5, 2018
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Public Affairs
Philadelphians are invited to join us at The Discovery Center for a special Rain Check workshop that will get them started on sustainable home improvement projects like free rain barrels or discounted downspout planter gardens on Wednesday, October 10 at 6:00pm.
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How you (and your phone) can improve Philly’s flood response: Show us what you’re seeing on the ground
September 26, 2018
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Public Affairs
You have a chance to make our city safer. All it takes is the camera on your phone and a minute of your time.
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Rain Didn’t Stop the Fun at Philly Fun Fishing Fest: Fish bit, memories were made
September 18, 2018
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B. De La Warr
Wet weather didn’t stop anglers from lining up along the Schuylkill, including a father and son who caught the day’s first and second place fish.
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New Rates in September: What to Expect, What You Help Fund
September 4, 2018
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Public Affairs
After months of public and technical hearings that allow Philadelphia to transparently set rates for the water, sewer and stormwater services we provide, our customers will see changes on their September bills. The independent Water Rate Board officially approved new rates in July for the next two years.
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Start a New Tradition with ‘Philly Fun Fishing Fest’: Register by Sept. 6
August 14, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
Philly Fun Fishing Fest is open to all, inviting experienced anglers and newcomers alike to see first-hand just how much our scenic Schuylkill River has to offer. Also, prizes
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Jazz, Neighbors and New Trees: Celebrate Summer and a Greener Philly at Malcolm X
August 1, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
The green tools at Malcolm X Park capture and filter 84,000 gallons of stormwater runoff from the surrounding streets each time the neighborhood gets an inch of rain.
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Midtown Village Main Break Repairs: Get Updates: Restaurants and businesses are open as work continues
July 3, 2018
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Public Affairs
On July 3, a 48-inch transmission main, which supplies water to a large section of South Philadelphia and Center City, broke at Juniper and Sansom streets at around 4 a.m. Check back here for updates as Water Department crews work to restore service and make repairs.
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These 20 businesses teamed up to protect Philly water in a big way: What they did and how they did it
June 29, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
Created with the help of a $1.6 million grant we issued through our stormwater program, the Sandmeyer Regional Stormwater Facility collects runoff from 20 industrial properties covering 40 acres along Sandmeyer Lane in the city’s Bustleton neighborhood.
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