Commissioner McCarty Retiring, Honored By Mayor Kenney: 37 Years of Protecting, Delivering Philadelphia’s Water
March 14, 2019
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Public Affairs
City officials, Water Department staff and Mayor James Kenney recognized her tenure in a ceremony marking the end of a dedicated and prolific career in public service.
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New Shutoff Policy: Don't Lose Water this Spring!
March 8, 2019
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Public Affairs
Do you have unpaid water bills that piled up over the winter? There are some important things you need to know. Don’t risk losing water at your home and having to deal with all the headaches and fees that will bring. The best way to avoid a shutoff is simple: get in touch with us!
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2019 Customer Survey Open for a Limited Time: Act now to give input + enter $100 gift card raffle!
February 13, 2019
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Public Affairs
As part of ongoing efforts to improve our work and better understand your needs, we are conducting a comprehensive survey just for our customers. By participating, you can provide valuable input on PWD services and let your voice be heard.
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Crews Now in Winter Mode for Emergency Repairs: What you need to know + protecting your home
December 14, 2018
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Public Affairs
We ramped up our response to cold-weather main breaks. Property owners can prep for a deep freeze too by protecting their plumbing and learning how to spot frozen pipes vs. main breaks.
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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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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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Opening Hydrants Is Probably Worse Than You Think: But with 70+ free pools and spraygrounds, you don't need to go there.
June 21, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
Opening hydrants is more dangerous than you think, and definitely illegal. But our friends over at Parks and Recreation have released their list of pool and sprayground openings, and dozens of spots where you can cool off for free will be ready for use before the weekend is over.
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New Report on Philadelphia Drinking Water Quality: Local drinking water meets or beats all quality standards
June 13, 2018
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Public Affairs
Based on data collected by our Bureau of Laboratory Services throughout 2017, the annual report details test results showing that Philadelphia’s drinking water meets or is better than all state and federal water quality standards…
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Want One of These Beauties? We WOODn’t Wait!
June 1, 2018
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Brian Rademaekers
If you’ve been considering getting a wood downspout planter for your home through Philadelphia’s Rain Check program, now is the time to act!
Beginning on July 1, 2018, the participant cost for the wood downspout planter will increase
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