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	Visit "The Future Beneath Us: 8 Great Projects Under New York" This Holiday weekend come and explore eight current, massive underground water and transportation projects that will modernize New York. Now on display at The New York Public Library and New York Transit Museum. Learn more


		Rain Barrel Giveaway Program DEP is now accepting registrations for the Rain Barrel Giveaway Program. Rain barrels capture stormwater from your roof and store it for future use, such as watering your lawn or garden. Register online for your free rain barrel today! Learn more


		DEP Launches Cannonsville Recreational Boating Pilot Program Access to the Cannonsville Reservoir has been expanded to Include kayaks, canoes, sculls and sailboats over the next three boating seasons. Learn more


		Mayor Bloomberg signs Construction, Demolition and Asbestos Abatement Safety Legislation Mayor Bloomberg has signed legislation to improve safety, coordination and oversight at construction, demolition and asbestos abatement sites thrroughout the five boroughs. Read the press release


		DEP Completes Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Inspection of Delaware Aqueduct An underwater vehicle recently completed a successful inspection of the Rondout-West Branch Tunnel portion of the Delaware Aqueduct. Read the press release


		DEP Holds 23rd Annual Water Conservation Art & Poetry Contest Award Ceremony DEP held its 23rd Annual Water Conservation Art and Poetry Contest Award Ceremony at Cooper Union where 460 students from 123 schools were honored. A highlight of the event included the presentation of a plaque to DEP for best-tasting water in the state. Read the press release


		Teams Compete in the 22nd Annual Operator's Challenge The NYC DEP held the 22nd Operator’s Challenge where four teams of wastewater treatment operators competed to formally recognize the expertise and diverse skills required for the operation and maintenance of New York City's 14 wastewater treatment plants. Read the press release


		Mayor’s Office Launches Development Coordinator Initiative The City of New York has launched an initiative to help real estate developers, builders, contractors, and licensed professionals working on private developments that have been delayed because of conflicting City policies. The initiative is being piloted in Brooklyn. Visit Development Coordinator Initiative


		Citywide Installation of Automated Meter Reading Technology Begins The new AMR technology will end the use of estimated water bills, giving homeowners and small businesses more accurate and timely records of usage – increasing their ability to identify how they can conserve water and reduce water bills. Learn more


		DEP Announces the Commissioning of the Red Hook Sludge Vessel The Red Hook is the newest addition to the agency’s marine fleet that transports sludge in New York City. Read the press release

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