2015 Press Releases
 
  document December 24, 2015 Ribbon cuttings help ring in improvements in water treatment, stormwater management in 2015
  document December 18, 2015 Senators Durbin, Kirk, Congressional delegation work to improve Great Lakes, local waterways in federal Omnibus Appropriations bill
  document December 17, 2015 MWRD’s Egan Water Reclamation Plant celebrates 40 years of service and innovation in enhancing water quality and pioneering technology
  document December 17, 2015 MWRD President Spyropoulos covers strong fiscal record, water quality improvements, stormwater management and resource recovery at City Club of Chicago
  document December 16, 2015 O'Brien Water Reclamation Plant to connect new disinfection treatment process; 72-hour outage planned
  document December 16, 2015 Civic Federation, Friends of Chicago River deem MWRD's 2016 budget "fiscally-responsible, environmentally-responsible and progressive"
  document December 1, 2015 Thornton Reservoir takes in combined sewer overflow for first time
  document November 24, 2015 Space to Grow program unveils two new schoolyard transformations
  document November 20, 2015 Sustainability efforts unearthed at MWRD's annual summit
  document November 16, 2015 Chi-Cal Rivers Fund Announces $1.4 Million in Grants; Public-private partnership funds five projects to improve stormwater management, habitat, and green space in Chicago/Calumet Region
  document November 13, 2015 U.S. EPA officials tour MWRD projects, facilities to see local resources recovered, water transformed
  document November 13, 2015 Second vendor outreach event connects firms to MWRD opportunity
  document November 3, 2015 Sewer Rats plunge into water treatment competition and excel
  document October 30, 2015 MWRD seeks feedback on creative solutions to flooding in Hickory Hills, Justice, Palos Hills, Bedford Park and Bridgeview
  document October 29, 2015 Chicago Artists Month art installation celebrates phosphorus recovery
  document October 28, 2015 Commissioner Debra Shore discusses water reuse, phosphorus recovery at JNF Water Summit Panel
  document October 23, 2015 Pershing East Magnet School is home to new learning garden; MWRD, CPS, city of Chicago and Water Environment Fed. team up on project
  document October 22, 2015 Gilda's Club Chicago recognized for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
  document October 21, 2015 Improved Centennial Trail opens to great fanfare; New scenic overlook offers sweeping views above the Des Plaines River valley
  document October 17, 2015 Improved Centennial Trail opens to great fanfare
  document October 16, 2015 CTA Announces Yellow Line Service to Return October 30; Track maintenance, inspection and testing to be performed in October
  document October 16, 2015 Commissioner David J. Walsh appointed to MWRD Board
  document October 13, 2015 Improved Centennial Trail to open with scenic overlook
  document October 13, 2015 GFOA award affirms MWRD’s resolve to present a transparent budget
  document October 8, 2015 Collection of unwanted drugs leads to cleaner waterways
  document October 8, 2015 Outreach fair gives firms platform to explore work opportunities with MWRD
  document October 7, 2015 Free family fun and education at stormwater expo
  document October 6, 2015 Imagine a day without water: MWRD joins national effort to raise awareness for challenges facing water infrastructure and resources
  document September 28, 2015 Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Tests New GE Technology to Improve Treatment Performance, Reduce Energy Costs
  document September 24, 2015 WEF service project to construct new learning garden at Pershing East Magnet School, Chicago with ribbon cutting Sat., Sept. 26, 2 p.m. at Pershing East Magnet School, 3200 S. Calumet Ave., Chicago
  document September 24, 2015 MWRD staff tutor CPS students in WITS program
  document September 23, 2015 MWRD receives vote of confidence during annual audit of finances
  document September 23, 2015 Water Environment Federation Convenes in Chicago, Sept. 26-30
  document September 23, 2015 MWRD and DEA improve waterways by hosting drug take back day
  document September 22, 2015 Glenview teams with MWRD, Cook County to provide flood relief
  document September 21, 2015 Australian engineers pay visit to MWRD to learn about public works
  document September 18, 2015 U.S. EPA Acting Deputy Administrator Stan Meiburg to Keynote WEFTEC 2015 Water Leaders Session
  document September 15, 2015 Energy curtailment at MWRD leads to massive savings for taxpayers
  document September 10, 2015 Vendor outreach event gives firms exposure to MWRD work process
  document September 9, 2015 MWRD and DEA improve waterways by hosting drug take back day
  document September 8, 2015 WEF service project to construct new learning garden at Pershing East Magnet School, Chicago
  document September 3, 2015 No sandbags needed: Completed Levee 37 project prevents flooding in Des Plaines River communities
  document September 2, 2015 Preparing for tomorrow's water: MWRD, Sen. Durbin, Reps. Kelly and Quigley, US EPA, IEPA officials cut ribbon on Thornton Composite Reservoir
  document August 31, 2015 - Thornton Composite Reservoir ribbon cutting set for Sept. 1
  document August 24, 2015 - Vendor outreach event gives firms exposure to MWRD work process
  document August 21, 2015 - MWRD, Openlands guide rain barrel owners with installation video
  document August 17, 2015 - Cook, DuPage counties, MWRD work on Busse Woods Reservoir South Dam project to minimize Salt Creek flooding
  document August 5, 2015 - Governor Rauner, General Assembly improve public access to locally produced soil enhancer
  document July 24, 2015 - Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks saluted with MWRD resolution
  document July 20, 2015 - Disinfected Water Begins Flowing to Chicago River System from MWRD’s Calumet Plant
  document July 17, 2015 - For First Time, Disinfected Water Begins Flowing to Chicago River System from MWRD's Calumet Plant
  document July 16, 2015 - Sen. Durbin to lead ribbon cutting at MWRD disinfection facility
  document July 14, 2015 - Conserving water takes priority on the West Side
  document July 10, 2015 - National Organization of Minority Engineers Leadership Summit offers promise of construction-related contracts; Pres. Spyropoulos explains MWRD's proactive diversity program on panel
  document July 8, 2015 - Ukrainian delegation tours MWRD properties, discusses water issues with commissioners
  document July 7, 2015 - Statement from the MWRD regarding Moody’s rating action
  document July 1, 2015 - Platinum awards cement MWRD’s sterling reputation for clean water
  document June 23, 2015 - Harwood Heights, MWRD host public meeting for stormwater management
  document June 22, 2015 - MWRD Vice President McGowan brings rain barrel program to West Side
  document June 16, 2015 - Highly anticipated Cal-Sag Trail connects Southland to waterways
  document June 12, 2015 - MWRD holding open house to discuss Burbank flooding solutions
  document June 12, 2015 - MWRD commissioners, staff attend WEF Residuals and Biosolids conference in Washington, D.C.
  document June 9, 2015 - MWRD seeks applicants for Sustainable Landscaping and Biosolids User awards
  document June 3, 2015 - MWRD christens two new skimmer boats: ‘Skim Pickens’ and ‘Skimmy Dipper’
  document June 2, 2015 - MWRD sparks environmental conversation during ‘On the Table’ discussions
  document May 27, 2015 - Parking lot replacement provides green benefits at MWRD’s Egan WRP
  document May 21, 2015 - MWRD gives flood prevention tips through Space to Grow partnership
  document May 19, 2015 - MWRD introduces two new boats to help clean the Chicago River
  document May 18, 2015 - MWRD exploring repair options at O’Brien plant in Skokie
  document May 15, 2015 - MWRD Vice President McGowan receives Community Builders Award
  document May 13, 2015 - MWRD introduces two new boats to help clean the Chicago River
  document May 13, 2015 - May 7 marks last Board meeting for MWRD Commissioner Patrick D. Thompson
  document May 6, 2015 - MWRD’s Thornton Quarry Transitional Reservoir will add storage capacity for stormwater in the south suburbs
  document May 4, 2015 - Value of Water Coalition Releases New Poll Results: Over 80% of Americans Believe Securing Sustainable Water Supplies to Be a National Priority; The Value of Water Coalition Highlights the Importance of Investing in Water Resources and Infrastructure during National Drinking Water Week
  document April 28, 2015 - MWRD Board celebrates the Polish Constitution Day Parade
  document April 24, 2015 - MWRD celebrates Earth Month with area activities and continued progress with green initiatives
  document April 23, 2015 - Former Commissioner Gloria Alitto Majewski passes away
  document April 23, 2015 - Rev. Willie Barrow's lifelong commitment to equality honored
  document April 14, 2015 - Commissioners salute Irish American Hall of Fame inductees
  document April 13, 2015 - Commissioners visit Illinois General Assembly to discuss legislative initiatives
  document April 8, 2015 - Vice President Barbara McGowan receives Chicago Defender Women of Excellence award
  document April 6, 2015 - MWRD to host open house at Stickney Water Reclamation Plant April 18
  document April 3, 2015 - Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County honors Commissioners
  document March 18, 2015 - Award-winning partnership builds healthy playgrounds, captures stormwater
  document March 16, 2015 - MWRD earns four awards from Government Finance Officers Assoc. for financial reporting
  document March 2, 2015 - Enhanced Biological Nutrient Removal focus of Midwest Water Analysts Association presentation
  document February 25, 2015 - HACIA recognized at MWRD Board of Commissioners Meeting
  document February 19, 2015 - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life celebrated at MWRD Board of Commissioners meeting
  document February 18, 2015 - Mayor Emanuel, Rep. Quigley, MWRD and Ald. Laurino Announce Funding Secured for Albany Park Storm Water Tunnel
  document February 11, 2015 - Good news for homeowners: MWRD to issue tax abatement
  document January 29, 2015 - New green roof tops Racine Ave. Pumping Station
  document January 20, 2015 - Denmark, MWRD sign MOU for knowledge exchange
  document January 9, 2015 - MWRD Board elects new officers; Attorney Mariyana T. Spyropoulos named as new President