2012 Press Releases
 
 

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document December 21, 2012 - MWRD’s DUMP Hotline answers 23 years of calls, reduces water contamination
document December 19, 2012 - MWRD testing industry-changing technology for nutrient removal at Egan Plant
document December 18, 2012 - Civic Federation applauds MWRD’s 2013 budget
document December 17, 2012 - U.S. Department of Labor presents certificate of completion to MWRD machinist Noel Maldonado
document December 14, 2012 - New MWRD Board has first official meeting
document December 12, 2012 - 12 ways to improve our water environment on 12-12-12
document December 10, 2012 - Durbin: Congress Needs To Get Serious About Addressing Causes and Effects of Extreme Weather
document December 10, 2012 - MWRD biosolids improve Hinsdale’s Veeck Park
document December 5, 2012 - Metropolitan Water Reclamation District swears in three Commissioners during annual meeting
document December 4, 2012 - President's Annual Message 2012
document December 3, 2012 - MWRD Acting President McGowan to swear in three Commissioners during inauguration ceremony
document November 30, 2012 - MWRD Commissioner Patricia Horton honored for service
document November 28, 2012 - “Small Streams, Big Accomplishments” newsletter highlights efforts to keep waterways clear and prevent flooding
document November 27, 2012 - Chicago Wilderness panel sheds light on future of Chicago Area Waterways
document November 26, 2012 - Riverbank Neighbors, environmental groups and MWRD discuss streambank improvements for north branch of Chicago River
document November 21, 2012 - Thanksgiving celebration offers opportunities to conserve water
document November 16, 2012 - North Side Water Reclamation Plant is renamed to Terrence J. O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant
document November 15, 2012 - MWRD renames facility in honor of outgoing Board President Terrence J. O'Brien
document November 14, 2012 - Saint Joseph the Worker Award presented to MWRD President Terrence J. O'Brien
document November 14, 2012 - Suburban Minority Contractors Association honors MWRD Board Vice President Barbara McGowan
document November 13, 2012 - MWRD:  Make "new" items with recycled materials and forego plastic bags to celebrate America Recycles Day
document November 2, 2012 - Commissioner Barbara McGowan convenes public discussion of Minority, Women-Owned and Small Business contracting ordinance
document November 1, 2012 - Governor Pat Quinn, partners announce completion of Hofmann Dam removal on Des Plaines River
document October 30, 2012 - MWRD study published in Journal of Environmental Quality
document October 25, 2012 - State Revolving Fund surplus makes additional funds available to communities through Clean Water Initiative
document October 23, 2012 - U.S. Senator Durbin, officials inspect Heritage Park Flood Control Facility construction site
document October 19, 2012 - State legislators tour Stickney Water Reclamation Plant
document October 19, 2012 - MWRD Executive Director offers glimpse of the future at environmental meetings
document October 17, 2012 - American Society of Civil Engineers Illinois Section names Commissioner Frank Avila as "Citizen Engineer of the Year"
document October 16, 2012 - WEFTEC utility executives' forum focuses on utilities of the future
document October 16, 2012 - MWRD's David St. Pierre invited to participate on national stormwater management panel at White House
document October 16, 2012 - MWRD Commissioner Mariyana Spyropoulos explains flood prevention methods during environmental panel
document October 15, 2012 - MWRD, community representatives work to eliminate flooded basements, sanitary sewer overflows into area streams
document October 12, 2012 - Kay Heidenreich lays down the law as MWRD Chief of Police
document October 11, 2012 - MWRD staff share personal experiences with Olive-Harvey College
document October 11, 2012 - MWRD Commissioner Debra Shore helps unveil "greenest street in America"
document October 9, 2012 - Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce receives resolution from MWRD Commissioners for efforts to assist small business owners
document October 5, 2012 - MWRD collects 250 pounds of meds during U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency collection
document October 3, 2012 - Proksa Park flood control groundbreaking jump starts drainage improvements
document October 3, 2012 - MWRD staff mentor CPS students for 10th year
document September 29, 2012 - Proksa Park Flood Control Facility Groundbreaking Set for October 2
document September 28, 2012 - Families invited to enjoy, care for parks during Day of Service Sept. 29
document September 28, 2012 - MWRD to collect unwanted drugs during National Take Back Day Sept. 29
document September 28, 2012 - MWRD to participate in Evanston Green Living Festival Sept. 29
document September 13, 2012 - Metropolitan Water Reclamation District to participate in Montrose Beach Sweep Cleanup Sept. 15
document September 6, 2012 - MWRD Commissioner Patricia Horton presents proclamation to Women's Business Development Center
document September 6, 2012 - Act of heroism by MWRD staff prevents potential drowning in Chicago River
document September 4, 2012 - MWRD to collect unwanted drugs during National Take Back Day Sept. 29
document August 31, 2012 - Hurricane Isaac remnants could affect Chicago region
document August 29, 2012 - Small Businesses, Minority and Women Business Enterprises learn about contract opportunities during MWRD outreach event
document August 29, 2012 - Free delivery improves residents’ access to rain barrels in Cook County
document August 20, 2012 - Firefighters practice maneuvers at MWRD facility
document August 13, 2012 - Rubber duckies decorate Chicago River while benefitting Special Olympics Illinois
document August 13, 2012 - Brazilian students, water treatment operators tour Kirie Plant
document August 10, 2012 - MWRD to host vendor outreach fair on August 29
document August 9, 2012 - Commissioner Spyropoulos honors life-saving act, presents Emmanuel Gonzalez with MWRD resolution
document August 8, 2012 - MWRD to participate in annual Worth Days Festival
document August 7, 2012 - Special Olympics Illinois & the MWRD prepare for annual rubber ducky derby
document August 2, 2012 - Families invited to enjoy, care for parks during Day of Service Sept. 29
document July 30, 2012 - Metropolitan Water Reclamation District treatment facilities achieve perfection
document July 27, 2012 - Plants, wildlife focus of MWRD land survey
document July 26, 2012 - MWRD Commissioner Spyropoulos, volunteers collect debris during monthly Adopt-A-Beach
document July 16, 2012 - MWRD provides insight to Vancouver, BC, Canada agency
document July 12, 2012 - MWRD to participate in 22nd annual Westchester Fest
document July 12, 2012 - MWRD to staff booth at 38th DuSable Museum Arts & Crafts Festival
document July 2, 2012 - Act now to prevent basement back ups later
document June 27, 2012 - MWRD finance team leads government finance conference sessions
document June 22, 2012 - MWRD presents awards for biosolids use at field day
document June 21, 2012 - MWRD to give away a rain barrel at Green Music Fest in Wicker Park June 23, 24
document June 20, 2012 - Buffalo Grove to host first environmental green fair; MWRD to give away a free rain barrel
document June 19, 2012 - MWRD volunteers for Adopt-A-Beach cleanup
document June 19, 2012 - MWRD Board of Commissioners honors award-winning student scientists
document June 15, 2012 - MWRD staff pedal to work during Bike to Work Week
document June 15, 2012 - MWRD offers new procurement guide to increase business partnerships
document June 11, 2012 - MWRD to host biosolids field day; present user awards
document June 6, 2012 - Irish American Heritage Center, Shamrock Kids Club paint rain barrels, plant seeds to promote conservation
document June 6, 2012 - MWRD, federal, state and local officials break ground on flood control facility
document June 1, 2012 - MWRD receives “outstanding program” award from Federation of Women Contractors
document May 31, 2012 - Heritage Park stormwater facility groundbreaking set for June 4
document May 22, 2012 - MWRD works behind the scenes during NATO Summit
document May 17, 2012 - American Academy of Environmental Engineers presents grand prize to Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, Univ. of IL study of area waterways
document May 11, 2012 - Dozens deliver drugs for proper disposal during U.S. DEA, MWRD collection
document May 8, 2012 - Roll out the (rain) barrel!
document May 7, 2012 - Kirie Water Reclamation Plant finds energy efficiencies through new sewerthermal recovery system
document May 4, 2012 - MWRD working to protect quality of Palatine's Peregrine Lake
document May 3, 2012 - MWRD to host ribbon cutting and unveil new sewerthermal heating and cooling system at James C. Kirie Water Reclamation Plant
document April 23, 2012 - MWRD among first government utilities in country to incorporate QR Coding technology to improve customer service
document April 20, 2012 - U.S. State Department program participants gain insight from MWRD during visit to Chicago
document April 17, 2012 - Rain barrels draw attention to water collection during Earth Week
document April 16, 2012 - MWRD and Gompers Fine Art Option students to celebrate Earth month by painting rain barrels
document April 13, 2012 - MWRD Biosolids Beneficial Reuse award application deadline extended to April 30
document April 12, 2012 - MWRD receives $10 million for effluent disinfection
document April 9, 2012 - MWRD’s central boiler facility receives top honors from American Public Works Association
document April 4, 2012 - Waterfalls designed to improve water quality & aquatic habitat in Chicago area waterways open for season
document March 28, 2012 - MWRD to dim lights during International Earth Hour
document March 26, 2012 - MWRD work progressing on 39th Street sewer system; System updates critical for long-term drainage needs of southeast Chicago
document March 21, 2012 - MWRD partners with U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency to collect unwanted drugs on April 28
document March 20, 2012 - Water quality measurements keep MWRD monitors busy
document March 19, 2012 - MWRD CHEERS national win; Univ. of IL at Chicago study of area waterways use receives award
document March 16, 2012 - Fix a Leak Week:  Outdoor leaks contribute to water waste
document March 15, 2012 - Fix a Leak Week:  Retrofitting fixtures with WaterSense-labeled products can save water
document March 14, 2012 - Fix a Leak Week:  Precious natural resource requires wise water use
document March 13, 2012 - Fix a Leak Week:  Winter water use can provide leakage clues
document March 12, 2012 - Fix a Leak Week:  Simple flapper fix can save 200 gallons of water per day
document March 9, 2012 - National Groundwater Awareness Week is March 11 through 17
document March 9, 2012 - Anchors Aweigh! Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Board clears path for Chicago Park District boat houses and storage
document March 1, 2012 - MWRD selects disinfection technologies for the Calumet and North Side Water Reclamation Plants
document February 28, 2012 - MWRD accepting applications for 2012 Biosolids Beneficial Reuse award through March 30
document February 22, 2012 - MWRD pays tribute to engineers
document February 17, 2012 - MWRD reduces 2011 tax levy by $21.5 million
document February 17, 2012 - Voluntary energy curtailment program nets $1.6 million rebate
document February 17, 2012 - MWRD on financial reporting award streak
document February 9, 2012 - National Partnership selects MWRD staff to mentor Texas biosolids program
document February 7, 2012 - MWRD and University of Illinois Partnership Earns American Society of Civil Engineers Award
document February 3, 2012 - Super Bowl parties offer super opportunities for water savings
document February 1, 2012 - MWRD position regarding the Great Lakes Commission report on watershed separation
document January 23, 2012 - Beets aren’t just for dinner anymore; MWRD incorporates beet juice mixture as deicer to reduce use of salt
document January 6, 2012 - MWRD harnesses solar energy at Egan facility to reduce costs, carbon footprint