Philly’s long-term flooding plan could involve relocating parts of neighborhoods
Rising sea levels are a serious threat to low-lying areas of the city.
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Autopay, paperless, echecks: Philly finally updated its confusing and expensive water bill system
Welcome to the future, Water Revenue Bureau.
Pop up pool? Philly residents are using a construction ditch for kayaking
The Kensington developer says he's waiting on permits to gets started on a fix. L&I says it's waiting on new designs.
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Fear of Schuylkill Punch: Residents with lower incomes spend more on water, survey finds
The Water Department also found notable disparities in race and education level.
How an Alabama firm made millions off Philly homeowners paying water bills online
Philadelphia Water's $4 "convenience fee" is among the highest in the nation.
Center City water main break: What we know (and what we don’t)
The pipe that burst was built in 1927. It might be "months" before restoration is complete.
City website: You can use fire hydrants for fun. City officials: No you can’t.
Water plugs were opened illegally more than 650 times last summer.
Panel and snacks: How the city is working to eliminate waste
Join United by Blue, the Philadelphia Water Department, and Keep Philadelphia Beautiful for an evening of trash talking, community tabling, food and drink at the historic Fairmount Water Works. Hear the latest news about how city government, the School District, and nonprofits are all moving us towards being a litter free and Zero Waste city. Beer provided by Saint Benjamin Brewing Company. Snacks and coffee to be prepared by Lisa Brayda and Jeff Carr, cafe and restaurant managers of United by Blue's new and soon-to-open flagship location.
Where: Fairmount Water Works at 640 Waterworks Drive, 19130
When: October 25, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
How much: $10
Stormwater management workshop at Fishtown Library
Want a rain barrel? This workshop will help you understand how it works and how to get one free, plus find discounts for downspout planters, rain gardens and permeable planters.
Where: Fishtown Library at 1217 E. Montgomery Ave. 19125
When: October 23, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
How much: Free