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Share Your Knowledge - Public Engagement

Participation in Soak It Up! Adoption is one way Philadelphia civic associations can help improve the quality of our waterways and beautify their neighborhoods at the same time!

Public Engagement

 

Every day thousands of Philadelphians interact with green stormwater infrastructure. However, like many public projects, it’s not always easy to see the impact it has on our communities. Green infrastructure often looks like what we’re used to seeing – typical street trees, gardens and sidewalks. As adoption partners you play a key role in uncovering that green for your friends, family and neighbors to enjoy.


How can I Engage My Community

  • Share with your friends and neighbors about what you’re doing during weekly site visits.
  • Write an article for your local neighborhood paper or civic association newsletter.
  • Present about the Adoption program and your hard work at a community meeting.
  • Host a table at a block party or community event. *
  • Lead community members on a tour of your adoption sites. *
  • Host a community event at one of your adoption sites. *
  • Lead a trip to the Fairmount Water Works*
  • Help PWD partner with a local school to educate students on stormwater and green infrastructure. *

* PWD has resources to available to help make these events a success!

 

There are many ways to fulfill your public engagement responsibility and PWD is here to help! Please contact Chris Anderson, PWD Program Manager, at Christopher.Anderson@phila.gov for more ideas, or to organize an event for your community.