2016 Press Releases
 
  document December 22, 2016 Comments accepted through March 31, 2017 on MWRD’s watershed management ordinance
  document December 21, 2016 President Obama signs Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act to support MWRD’s McCook Reservoir
  document December 15, 2016 MWRD, Sloan Valve Co. announce public/private partnership pilot program to demonstrate water conservation
  document December 13, 2016 Commissioner Santos departs MWRD Board after state appointment
  document December 8, 2016 Civic Federation grants support of 2017 MWRD budget
  document December 7, 2016 MWRD installs four commissioners: Martin J. Durkan and Josina Morita join Mariyana T. Spyropoulos and Barbara J. McGowan for induction ceremony
  document December 6, 2016 President’s Annual Message 2016
  document December 6, 2016 MWRD Commissioners bid adieu to two talented leaders
  document December 6, 2016 Commissioners sworn in to protect water environment
  document December 1, 2016 Chicago Women in Trades/National Women Apprenticeship Day observed
  document November 22, 2016 Perspectives at the Water-Energy-Climate Nexus: Anticipating changes to come
  document November 21, 2016 Looking to lease MWRD real estate? New online mapping system of available properties now available
  document November 16, 2016 Veteran-owned businesses to receive opportunities from MWRD
  document November 15, 2016 Northbrook and MWRD unveil unique park facility to prevent flooding
  document November 8, 2016 Space to Grow transforms campuses at three Chicago Public Schools
  document November 7, 2016 MWRD and Northbrook unveil unique stormwater facility to prevent flooding and protect area homes
  document November 1, 2016 Breast Cancer Awareness Month inspires survivor
  document November 1, 2016 ASCE Illinois lauds MWRD, Hernandez with prestigious civil engineering awards
  document October 31, 2016 MWRD receives Chicago Region Trees Initiative award
  document October 28, 2016 It might…It could be…It is… flowing to O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant
  document October 26, 2016 Argonne, MWRD complete first phase of Chicago River study
  document October 25, 2016 MWRD participates in 89th annual WEFTEC conference to exchange, expand knowledge
  document October 14, 2016 MWRD's 4th Annual Sustainability Summit honors green landscaping, biosolids users
  document October 12, 2016 Sewer Rats perform against the clock during national competition in New Orleans
  document October 12, 2016 Turn in unwanted medicine and help MWRD improve water quality
  document October 11, 2016 Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago recognized as "Utility of the Future"
  document October 10, 2016 MWRD vendor outreach fair to be held Oct. 13 at Gleacher Center
  document September 29, 2016 Congressman Mike Quigley receives federal commitment to expedite MWRD’s McCook Reservoir
  document September 23, 2016 Growing MWRD tree program shelters region from storms
  document September 21, 2016 Street dedicated to MWRD partner and neighbor Hazel Johnson
  document September 16, 2016 TV meteorologist earns praise from MWRD Commissioners
  document September 15, 2016 MWRD Joins National Imagine a Day Without Water Campaign to Raise Awareness About Vulnerable Infrastructure Systems
  document September 12, 2016 Space to Grow partners win national Green Infrastructure Award
  document September 7, 2016 Resolution from MWRD recognizes American Contract Compliance Association
  document September 6, 2016 Platinum awards put MWRD atop the charts in clean water standards
  document September 1, 2016 Plungers demonstrate improved water quality in Cal-Sag Channel
  document August 31, 2016 State Representative Tabares, Illinois Farm Bureau tour MWRD's Stickney Water Reclamation Plant
  document August 30, 2016 Center for Neighborhood Technology, community advocate and MWRD partner, ensures homes are rain ready
  document August 24, 2016 Inaugural Cal-Sag Plunge to showcase water quality improvement and promote new trail
  document August 19, 2016 New Trier rowers’ success a reflection on cleaner waters
  document August 15, 2016 Name that biosolid: The MWRD extends naming contest to public to include school participation
  document August 5, 2016 MWRD seeks applicants for Sustainable Landscaping and Biosolids User awards
  document July 29, 2016 Name that biosolid: The MWRD opens up naming contest to public
  document July 27, 2016 Gov. Bruce Rauner signs commitment to Millennium Reserve
  document July 25, 2016 Storm Summary July 24, 2016
  document July 22, 2016 New pact between MWRD and Cook County sheriff leads to safer streets, cleaner waters
  document July 12, 2016 Surpassing 10,000 milestone in tree distribution, MWRD working to restore canopy
  document July 6, 2016 New MWRD video highlights agency efforts to recover resources
  document July 5, 2016 MWRD seeks applicants for Sustainable Landscaping and Biosolids User awards
  document June 28, 2016 MWRD commissioners unanimously approve herbicide restriction
  document June 24, 2016 Rotary Club of Naperville praises MWRD Officials for broadening water treatment education to India
  document June 23, 2016 Exchange program with Aarhus, Denmark offers positive lesson in energy efficiency for MWRD
  document June 22, 2016 MWRD Board of Commissioners honors student scientists
  document June 22, 2016 Friends of the Chicago River salutes MWRD with Green Ribbon for transforming blue waters
  document June 15, 2016 Federation of Women Contractors honor MWRD advocacy
  document June 13, 2016 MWRD welcomes delegation from Federal Republic of Nigeria for tour of Stickney WRP
  document June 8, 2016 Visitors to MWRD plants learn how water is transformed
  document June 7, 2016 MWRD bond sale reaps $120M savings in debt service over time
  document June 6, 2016 Nutrients recovered by MWRD lead to new resources and cleaner environment for the Mississippi River Basin and Gulf of Mexico
  document June 3, 2016 MWRD vendor outreach event sheds light on new work opportunities for firms
  document May 31, 2016 Chicago Wilderness milestone earns MWRD distinction
  document May 27, 2016 Flood relief from MWRD to help shelter Niles from storms
  document May 25, 2016 Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago and Ostara Open World’s Largest Nutrient Recovery Facility to Help Recover Phosphorus and Protect Mississippi River Basin
  document May 23, 2016 Mayor Emanuel, President Mariyana Spyropoulos Help Break Ground For Albany Park Stormwater Diversion Tunnel
  document May 19, 2016 MWRD soil enriches South Side community garden projects
  document May 18, 2016 The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago and Ostara to Open World’s Largest Nutrient Recovery Facility
  document May 17, 2016 New drug collection boxes at MWRD facilities work to protect waterways and encourage safe disposal
  document May 13, 2016 Diversity Today, success tomorrow: MWRD vendor outreach event sheds light on new work opportunities for firms
  document May 13, 2016 Doors open to the public at six MWRD plants in celebration of Infrastructure Week
  document May 11, 2016 More than 250 pounds of drugs diverted from the drain and into MWRD's collection to improve area water quality
  document April 29, 2016 MWRD’s Thornton Composite Reservoir bestowed with national recognition
  document April 28, 2016 Preventing flooding through new partnerships explored during MWRD’s annual visit to the Illinois General Assembly
  document April 27, 2016 NOAA’s Chief Scientist to Speak at Great Water Cities: Rainfall to Results in Action
  document April 25, 2016 MWRD is working with communities to replenish our green canopy
  document April 22, 2016 MWRD hosts stormwater expo as part of flooding study in southwest suburbs
  document April 11, 2016 Collaboration for green schools earns Space to Grow national award
  document April 7, 2016 Drug collection hosted by MWRD and DEA will improve waterways
  document March 31, 2016 MWRD officials take lessons learned in water treatment to India
  document March 30, 2016 Floodlothians, Midlothian representatives, CNT visit MWRD Board of Commissioners to support stormwater project
  document March 29, 2016 Mayor Emanuel and Regional Partners Launch Joint Effort to Address International Water Challenges
  document March 24, 2016 Innovation of traditional technology sparks MWRD to channel cleaner Chicago waterways
  document March 21, 2016 O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant to bring disinfection online
  document March 17, 2016 Thornton Composite Reservoir to receive Project of the Year award from American Public Works Association
  document March 10, 2016 Resolutions from MWRD celebrate the contributions of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shannon Rovers
  document March 9, 2016 African American Contractors Association recognized by MWRD Commissioners in commemoration of annual event
  document March 7, 2016 Student Congress inspires future protection of Chicago River
  document March 2, 2016 GFOA awards salute transparent financial reporting
  document February 29, 2016 Hanson Material Service, MWRD to be recognized by IDNR at Aggregate Miner Safety Conference
  document February 26, 2016 MWRD soil scientists’ biosolids paper earns IWEA acclaim
  document February 24, 2016 New National Poll Finds 95% of Americans Want Public Officials to Invest in Water Systems, 60% Are Willing to Pay More for Secure Water Service
  document February 19, 2016 MWRD visit to Museum of Science and Industry sheds light on STEM careers and water treatment for future scientists
  document February 17, 2016 MWRD to host two meetings in Northbrook to discuss flooding study
  document February 16, 2016 Biosolids nutrient management workshop begins work to develop best management practices, confront phosphorus loss from agricultural land
  document February 11, 2016 MWRD tax reduction saves Cook County property owners money
  document February 10, 2016 Water supplied by MWRD volunteers aids Great Lakes neighbors in Flint
  document February 4, 2016 Construction Industry Service Organization awards MWRD
  document February 3, 2016 Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago to deliver drinking water to Flint, MI residents
  document January 20, 2016 MWRD urges FDA to cease recommendation of flushing medications
  document January 14, 2016 Phillips Academy High School IHSA football champs accept resolution from MWRD Board of Commissioners
  document January 13, 2016 New Sierra Club, Illinois Chapter, Chicago Federation of Labor Report shows clean water means jobs for Illinois
  document January 7, 2016 New Report: Clean Water Projects Employed 19,443 In 2014; Chicago Federation of Labor, Sierra Club Present Findings at MWRD Board Meeting “A Flowing Economy” Details Clean Water Benefits to Workers & Regional Economy