Puget Sound Starts Here

09/30/2026

Fascinating!!

09/30/2026

Over 11,000 storm drains across Redmond help collect rainwater and transfer it to our local streams, rivers, and Lake Sammamish while minimizing pollution and erosion. They are critical infrastructure for protecting Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho salmon and their habitat. These drains work best when they are clear of leaves and debris, and you can help. Join hundreds of our community members who’ve signed up for the Adopt-a-Drain program and help protect our local streams and salmon habitat. In less than 15 minutes a month, you can make a difference in your own neighborhood and make life better for the Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho salmon that come to Redmond each year to spawn.

wa.adopt-a-drain.org/

09/30/2026

09/30/2026

There’s a reason native plants feel right at home here - they are! 🌱😍

Plants native to our region are naturally adapted to our climate, which means they can require less water and fewer inputs once established while providing valuable food and shelter for local pollinators and wildlife. And because using fewer fertilizers and pesticides means fewer pollutants that can wash into stormwater, going native is a win for clean water, too. 💧

Whether you’re planning a whole new garden or simply filling an empty spot in the yard, consider making your next plant a native one. Small choices can grow into healthier habitats! Learn more: https://zurl.co/dwvfR

09/22/2026

🍂 Fall is in the air. Now is a good time to check the air pressure in your tires. Think you can’t do it? We believe in you! It’s quick and easy to check your tire pressure and add air if the pressure is low. Learn how by watching this brief video from Puget Sound Starts Here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hMrOFzxuiU

09/01/2026

Psst: It's a new month. Have you checked your tires lately?
This is a friendly safety reminder to check your tire pressure monthly & add air ASAP if needed.
🧐 Don’t wait for a tire to be visibly low, tire alert symbol, or the next routine service.
🔍 Find the recommended tire pressure in the owner’s manual or driver’s side door.
🚗 Use your own tire pressure gauge or one at a gas station air pump.

Need help? Learn more at https://PugetSoundStartsHere.org/DontWaitToInflate

09/01/2026

What happens when salmon recovery, flood resilience, and agricultural sustainability come together? 🌊 In June, we joined salmon recovery partners for a field tour across Snohomish County to see the work in action. Representatives from the NOAA Restoration Center, Tulalip Tribes, Snohomish County, and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife highlighted projects funded through NOAA’s Climate Resilience Regional Challenge. Learn more about the initiative: https://loom.ly/uCjYRAA

09/01/2026