 | Don't flush expired or unused drugs down toilets or drains. Dispose of medications at a take-back location.
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Helpful guidelines for water utility customers who are required to install a backflow prevention device.
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 | Act now to stay comfortable during the colder weather while lowering natural gas costs.
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 | This page summarizes the City's work on reducing plastics in our local creeks and Bay.
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 | Ordinance to restrict disposable food service containers made from expanded polystrene and non-recylable plastic disposable.
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 | Joining the CEAP is a chance to get involved, create positive change, and have a voice in the direction taken by your community.
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There are four convenient ways to learn more and contribute to the annual budget review process.
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 | Get rebates for installing solar electric photovoltaic (PV) systems!
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The purpose of this summary is to provide information to on Palo Alto's Comprehensive Reusable Bag Program.
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 | As a community, we've made a commitment to reduce our carbon footprint by 5% by 2012, and we need your help!
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Community support through volunteerism and contributions provides help to enhance the enjoyment of our parks and to provide a greater range of programs, activities, and special events.
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You can create a sustainable, healthy and beautiful garden using Bay-Friendly practices. Find out how to build healthy soil, minimize fertilizer use and select appropriate plants at this series of workshops.
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If you notice any unusual substance in or around a storm drain, or if you see someone dumping anything into the storm drain, street, or gutter, to local creeks or the Bay, or elsewhere in the outdoor environment, report it to us.
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 | Rebates to install energy efficient electric and gas saving items in your home.
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Public meetings and community discussion are helping Palo Alto develop its new ordinance.
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shared collateral for BYOBag campaign tools
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 | Ways to prevent sewer backups and avoid expensive emergency plumbing.
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The goal of the Climate Protection Plan is to present a comprehensive inventory of municipal (City government-generated) and community-generated emissions, propose reduction targets, and propose practical steps to reach those targets.
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On November 15, 2004, the Palo Alto City Council directed City staff to prepare a Zero Waste Plan for the Palo Alto community. The goal of Zero Waste is to reduce the amount of waste going to landfills.
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The Tree Preservation Ordinance is the City's primary regulatory tool to provide for orderly protection of specified trees, to protect property values and to avoid significant negative impacts on adjacent properties.
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The Recycling Program works closely with the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) and parent or teacher volunteers to assist with and maintain recycling programs in all schools.
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