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Groundwater Keeps Portland Resilient and Hydrated
The Columbia South Shore Well Field supplements our abundant supply of water in the Bull Run Watershed. In the case of emergencies or extreme heat, it keeps Portland's supply of water consistent (and delicious).
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Water Stories #4: The Black Liberation Ride
The Black Liberation Ride centers Black joy and cycling on the streets of Portland.
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Water Stories #5: Shine Distillery & Grill
A local distillery puts its production capacity to good use making hand sanitizers to help stop the spread of Covid-19.
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Bull Run Filtration Pilot Answers Key Questions About Treating Our Water
The Bull Run Filtration Project will help keep Portland water clean, safe and delicious for generations to come.
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Blacksmith Recreates a Rose City Classic
Local blacksmith Berkley Tack will help bring Mt. Tabor's historic fencing back to life.
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Our Water Family: Mentoring "comes full circle"
Dwight Lawrence, Customer Account Specialist, recalls his love of swimming and passion for mentoring youth.
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Women In Water: Sarah Mattecheck
An ongoing series highlighting the work of the incredible women of the Portland Water Bureau and their contributions to our mission to deliver excellent water every minute of the day.
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Women In Water: Fabiola Casas
Highlighting the incredible women of the Portland Water Bureau and their contributions to our mission to deliver excellent water every minute of the day.
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Learning From Katrina: How Disaster Shaped A Resilience Mindset
Outgoing Water Bureau Director Mike Stuhr was the bureau’s Chief Engineer in 2005 when Hurricane Katrina hit and spearheaded our relief efforts in New Orleans.
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Meet Our New Director Gabe Solmer
Gabe Solmer will lead a new chapter when she takes over as Director of the Portland Water Bureau.
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Gresham Trestle Upgrade Project Update - Fall 2020
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2020 Wildfires: Your Tap Water is Safe to Drink
During these difficult times, we want to reassure you that your tap water is safe to drink. The wildfires, smoke, and ash are not impacting Portland’s water quality.
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More Than 500 Small Businesses to Receive Sewer, Stormwater, Water Support from the City of Portland Utilities
More than 500 small businesses received credits through the Small Business Program for Utility Relief (SPUR), from the City of Portland’s utility bureaus, Water and Environmental Services. To develop the program utility bureaus partnered with Prosper Portland, the city’s economic development agency.
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Fall 2020 bill insert
Looking for ways to manage your sewer/stormwater/water bill? Wondering what your bill pays for? The fall 2020 customer newsletter has answers.
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Can You Imagine Downtown Without Water?
The Willamette River Crossing Project will strengthen Portland’s water system and keep water flowing to the west side – even after an earthquake.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Portland Water Bureau to Begin Annual Groundwater Maintenance Run
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July 10, 2020: Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update
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Willamette River Crossing Project Update - June 2020
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The Water Leak Repair Grant Partnership
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