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Save up to $3,000 on a new ice machine for your business

Does your business use a water-cooled ice machine? If so, the Portland Water Bureau offers a rebate that pays 50% of the cost (up to $3,000) for replacing a water-cooled ice machine with an approved new ENERGY STAR-certified air-cooled model.

October 6, 2021 2:16 pm News article

Fall colors, green lawns

Even though it’s autumn and the rain has started to fall, it’s still a great time to think about your daily water consumption. Here are a few tips to keep your landscape resilient and efficient this season.

October 6, 2021 2:02 pm News article

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Brown lawns, clear skies: How Portland manages water in dry times

For Portlanders, conserving natural resources like water is part of our culture. Even though Portland is not facing a water shortage, drought is a growing concern around Oregon and the West, so it’s important to always protect our resources.

September 2, 2021 3:39 pm News article

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Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - August 2021 Update

August 8, 2021 9:52 am News article

In this artist's rendering, park-goers stroll along the reflecting pool at Washington Park Reservoir.

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

July 30, 2021 9:55 am News article

Portland Water Bureau Resumes Normal Operations As Chlorine Shortage Resolves

After a shortage threatened reliable shipments of chlorine to the West Coast and other parts of the country, the Portland Water Bureau has resumed normal operations.

July 6, 2021 2:07 pm News article

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - June 2021 Update

June 28, 2021 9:52 am News article

Cryptosporidium Monitoring Update

Detections from routine monitoring in the Bull Run. Customers do not need to take any additional precautions at this time.

June 10, 2021 12:23 pm News article

Gresham Trestle Upgrade Project Update - June 2021

June 1, 2021 1:28 pm News article

SE Lambert and 19th Avenue Water Main Replacement - May 2021

May 18, 2021 1:28 pm News article

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project - April 2021 Update

April 19, 2021 9:52 am News article

Prevent Unwanted Water Use

Updated March 19, 2021 4:00 pm News article

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Gresham Trestle Upgrade Project Update - March 2021

March 15, 2021 1:28 pm News article

Spring 2021 bill insert

News for the spring: upgrades to your drinking water treatment, what to do if you're having trouble paying your bill, the benefits of gardening with native plants, and more.

March 10, 2021 3:26 pm News article