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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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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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Drinking Water Quality Report headed your way

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Portland City Council Approves 2020-21 Water Rates

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