City of Toledo

💧Read the Annual Water Quality Report 💧 Each year, we present our Water Quality Report to our consumers. This annual report, a regulatory requirement of the U.S. EPA and the Ohio EPA, demonstrates that our drinking water meets or surpasses all State and Federal laws. Our dedicated staff at the Collins Park Water Treatment Plant work around the clock to ensure you receive high quality, reliable drinking water. Through routine maintenance, skilled operations, and rigorous laboratory analysis, the Toledo Water System consistently delivers water that is highly regarded throughout the country. We are proud to serve our citizens and visitors with some of the best drinking water available. View the full Water Quality Report here:https://ow.ly/JZlu50SyfEH

Our Department of Parks and Recreation wouldn't be the incredible resource it is without our amazing staff! 🌟 We are so grateful for the team we've built and the passion that drives their work every day. They are the faces behind Community Movie Nights, the Let's Get Moving Walking Program, and our beloved holiday events like Fall Festival and the Holiday Tree Lighting. Show our staff some love! ❤️ Comment below with your favorite event hosted by our Parks team! #WhereYouBelong #NRPAParkandRecDay

Cleaner air, reduced stormwater run-off, safer roads, and cooler environments are just some of the benefits of planting trees. Toledo faces a citywide challenge of low tree canopy, with an average of only 17% coverage, far below the recommended target of 35-40% for maximum benefits in our climate. Urban tree canopy contributes to all of those things AND plays a crucial role in mitigating urban heat islands, which are associated with negative health and environmental effects. Simple benefits can be the most effective for our environment, and for our wallets! Check out the recent interview with Joe Fausnaugh as he explains the benefits of trees. 👇 https://ow.ly/J9tb50SyfmC

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Which do you dislike more: the heat or the humidity? Did you know urban areas can become "heat islands"? Buildings and roads absorb and re-emit more heat than natural landscapes, causing higher temperatures. Heat island impacts include: ⚡ Increased energy consumption ⬆️ Elevated emissions of pollutants and greenhouse gases 😷 Compromised human health and comfort Learn more about heat islands and their effects at: https://lnkd.in/dK2WESNx

Where were you during the recent extreme heat? 🔥 The map below provides a snapshot of how urban heat varies across neighborhoods. Notice how much of the city is in red, meaning the majority of our environment gets hotter due to factors like limited green space, built-up areas with unshaded parking lots, and industrial land. The results from our Urban Heat Mapping study will help bring local and equitable solutions for areas facing the greatest threats. Read the report at: https://ow.ly/nW8l50SyeMK #ToledosNaturalResources

🌟 Happy Disability Pride Month! 🌟 Last weekend, we hosted our second Annual Disabled and Proud Outdoor Expo, and it was an incredible celebration! This year, we partnered with Metroparks Toledo to bring you a fully inclusive day filled with sports, outdoor activities, and a disability pride march. A big shoutout to our amazing partners – Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, The Ability Center, and The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio – for providing additional activities and resources. We are committed to creating fair and equitable access to all city programs, services, activities, and facilities. This annual event is just one of the many ways we celebrate disabilities and work towards making Toledo a more inclusive place to live! Watch the event recap https://ow.ly/wRYk50Sxkci

🚧 The City of Toledo is planning a streetscape enhancement for Huron Street and Madison Avenue, based on your input! This project aims to improve pedestrian experiences, traffic safety, and civic spaces with better pavement, planters, street trees, and more. Check out the renderings to see the proposed changes! Though not yet funded, this plan will help us seek state and federal grants. Your feedback is crucial to shaping a vibrant and connected downtown Toledo. Our goal is to create a streetscape that is: 🔁 Connected and walkable 🚴🏾♂️ Active and lively 💙 Branded 🌅 Safe and vibrant 💬 Share your feedback and help shape the future of Huron Street and Madison Avenue! Visit https://ow.ly/rRLq50Ss1q4 to submit your input.

Take a unique look at Toledo through the lens of Jarvis Moore, MLK Bridge operator! 👀 Jarvis, a 1977 Libby graduate, served in the U.S. Marine Corps and Army before joining the City of Toledo in 1995. He ensures the MLK Bridge operates smoothly for passing ships. "When a ship comes up the Maumee River, we monitor the radio. They tell us about 20 minutes till when you see the boat coming, you want to clear the bridge, make sure our traffic is stopped,” Moore said. Can you guess how long it takes for the bridge to rise and lower? Click the link to find out and read more about Jarvis' fascinating story! 👉 https://ow.ly/heUS50SuA0X

Twenty-four members from the Division of Urban Beautification – Forestry Operations were recertified through the ACRT Arborist Training, the only national line clearance certification program in the United States. The Line Clearance Arborist Certification is designed for tree workers whose person, tree, or equipment comes within the 10-foot safety zone around energized wires. Successful completion of this course satisfies OSHA’s electrical safety training requirement. Congratulations to all the recertified employees for their dedication and hard work!