The Board of Public Utilities (BPU), established by City Charter Section 25, is comprised of seven (7) members individually appointed by City Council members. The BPU meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Santa Rosa City Hall.

CREEK WEEK EVENT: Tour the huge underground culvert that runs under Downtown Santa Rosa. We’ll descend to the creek bed down a slope and over large rocks and walk across the creek (the water will be several inches deep). Wear your sturdy, closed toe, water proof shoes, no sandals. Bring your own flashlight.

Learn from a Master Gardener how to select drought tolerant and native plants to enhance your landscape project. This workshop is a great option for anyone interested in low water-use plants and will include general design concepts and appropriate plant options. Pre-registration is required for all workshops. Workshops are taught in English.

CREEK WEEK EVENT: Join us for a slow picturesque walk along the flat, potentially uneven Roseland Creek. Come explore the natural bird and plant life in Roseland during this Creek Week nature walk. All ages welcome.

CREEK WEEK EVENT: Have you ever wondered what happens to your water after it goes down the drain? Join us for a fascinating and educational tour of the Laguna Wastewater Treatment Plant. All ages welcome. Sturdy, closed-toed shoes and socks are required.