2017 Press Releases
 
  document December 28, 2017 Lt. Gov. Sanguinetti visits world’s largest nutrient recovery facility at the MWRD’s Stickney plant
  document December 26, 2017 Communities urged to apply for MWRD stormwater assistance
  document December 22, 2017 Oaks of North Lawndale aids the MWRD in restoring the canopy
  document December 21, 2017 UV disinfection facility at MWRD’s O’Brien plant earns praise
  document December 20, 2017 Calumet Water Reclamation Plant now accepts high strength organics
  document December 19, 2017 MWRD’s Cherry Creek flood control project in Flossmoor progressing
  document December 14, 2017 Support of MWRD’s 2018 budget received at public hearing
  document December 12, 2017 El Distrito de Recuperacion de Agua Metropolitana de Chicago hace plan para limpiar el Canal Colateral
  document December 12, 2017 MWRD looks at restoring Collateral Channel
  document December 11, 2017 MWRD Vice President Barbara McGowan educates Leland School students and families on importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
  document December 8, 2017 Labor agreement extends three years of harmony for MWRD workers
  document December 7, 2017 MWRD, U.S. Army Corps’ 3.5 billion gallon McCook Reservoir unveiled
  document December 7, 2017 MWRD Commissioner Timothy Bradford passes
  document December 4, 2017 President’s Annual Message 2017
  document December 4, 2017 Behold McCook Reservoir: A 21st century icon for water quality and flood protection
  document November 30, 2017 Preparing Chicago schoolyards for water makes Space to Grow a Storm Water Solutions Top Project
  document November 29, 2017 MWRD, Senator Dick Durbin, Congressman Mike Quigley, US Army Corps of Engineers, USEPA, IEPA, other officials to celebrate completion of McCook Reservoir Stage 1
  document November 22, 2017 Vice President Barbara McGowan celebrates ISF Bank’s efforts to help drive economic development as MWRD prepares to deposit up to $4 million
  document November 16, 2017 MWRD’s 5th Annual Sustainability Summit honors compost users, sustainable landscaping best management practices
  document November 14, 2017 State Senator Aquino, Rep. Hurley deep dive into McCook Reservoir’s intricacies
  document November 9, 2017 IL State Rep. Harper travels great depths to explore the work of MWRD
  document November 3, 2017 Rep. Olsen tours MWRD facilities and McCook Reservoir
  document October 26, 2017 International water experts, MWRD, DWM transform local schoolyard
  document October 19, 2017 International WEFTEC conference showers MWRD with 3 awards for championing clean water
  document October 16, 2017 MWRD update on weekend storm
  document October 11, 2017 Rep. Margo McDermed tours Stickney Water Reclamation Plant
  document October 2, 2017 The MWRD of Greater Chicago’s Nutrient Recovery Facility earns Top Honor from Water Environment Federation
  document October 2, 2017 Innovation from Chicago utilities and Current highlighted at WEFTEC
  document September 28, 2017 Service Project to Build Outdoor Classroom and Green Infrastructure at Manierre Elementary
  document September 27, 2017 Fifth annual Water Palooza comes to Manierre School
  document September 26, 2017 Officials make one big jump into river, one giant leap for water quality
  document September 13, 2017 Legislation curbs water pollution through nutrient trading program
  document September 11, 2017 Mayor Emanuel Signs Agreement to Establish Innovative Partnership Between Chicago's Current and Israel's Technion
  document September 5, 2017 Excellence in Operational and Design in Water Infrastructure Honored
  document September 1, 2017 Mega plants sprout from MWRD biosolids at Franklin Park garden
  document August 31, 2017 MWRD biosolids compost help energize Ford Heights field of dreams
  document August 28, 2017 Platinum awards reaffirm MWRD as clean water leader
  document August 22, 2017 Bike commute underscores MWRD pledge to clean air and good health
  document August 21, 2017 Crowds flock to MWRD’s stunning view of McCook Reservoir
  document August 11, 2017 MWRD seeks applicants for Sustainable Landscaping and Biosolids User awards
  document July 19, 2017 New program! The MWRD is selling compost and accepting bulk yard waste to promote resource recovery
  document July 17, 2017 Latest MWRD engineering marvel set to open to the public
  document July 13, 2017 Student scientists receive praise from MWRD
  document June 29, 2017 Space to Grow program promotes equitable water future for Chicago
  document June 23, 2017 Fun on the Cal-Sag Channel shines light on cleaner MWRD waterways
  document June 19, 2017 New interactive MWRD webpage makes waterway data accessible
  document June 14, 2017 Calling all green infrastructure projects: MWRD welcomes government partners
  document June 12, 2017 New pilot program will work to prevent basement backups on South Side
  document June 5, 2017 Value of water infrastructure on display during open houses
  document May 25, 2017 U.S. Senators Dick Durbin, Tammy Duckworth, and Congressman Mike Quigley lead charge in procuring federal funding for McCook Reservoir
  document May 18, 2017 Commissioners honored for efforts to improve water quality
  document May 17, 2017 Vendor outreach fairs bring firms, agencies together
  document May 11, 2017 Water reclamation tours offer insight into water transformation
  document May 8, 2017 Excitement brews as MWRD begins accepting high strength organic materials
  document May 5, 2017 Arbor Day celebration with the MWRD, CPS, 44th Ward and Dept. of Streets and Sanitation points to the benefits of trees
  document May 5, 2017 MWRD leaders receive “Jala Seva Bharathi” award
  document May 4, 2017 IWEA recognizes MWRD for protecting the public’s water quality
  document May 3, 2017 MWRD diversity outreach fair builds solid foundations
  document April 27, 2017 Don't delay, report today: Reporting app prompts urgent MWRD response
  document April 24, 2017 MWRD awards demonstrate excellent financial reporting system
  document April 21, 2017 MWRD, DEA partnership to remove drugs from waterways continues; national collection set for April 29, 2017
  document April 19, 2017 Legislative visit offers MWRD opportunity to promote initiatives statewide
  document April 19, 2017 Innovation in food, energy and water collide at workshop
  document April 13, 2017 MWRD project wins National Mine Reclamation Award
  document April 12, 2017 Restoring the Canopy: MWRD returns popular tree program in 2017
  document April 5, 2017 MWRD flood solutions plan for Chicago’s South Side claims Innovation Award from IL Assoc. for Floodplain and Stormwater Management
  document April 4, 2017 MWRD flood relief prompts Niles residents to toss mops into the trash
  document April 3, 2017 Overflow Action Month offers daily tips to conserve water, protect Chicago River
  document April 3, 2017 April Overflow Action Month to Help the Chicago River
  document April 3, 2017 MWRD, US DEA partnership to remove drugs from waterways continues; national collection set for April 29, 2017
  document March 28, 2017 SisSTEMs event gives diversity and inclusion a face
  document March 27, 2017 MWRD recognizes Women's History Month by honoring three staff members; keynote address by Elizabeth Brackett delivers insight
  document March 27, 2017 "Throwing of the Mops into the Trash" ceremony to highlight Cleveland Corridor Sewer Improvement Project
  document March 24, 2017 MWRD President Mariyana Spyropoulos participates on City Club panel to discuss “Our Great Rivers: What’s Next for the Chicago and Calumet Rivers”
  document March 23, 2017 MWRD partners with Friends of the Chicago River to promote Overflow Action Days
  document March 22, 2017 New Analysis Finds Closing the Investment Gap in Water Infrastructure Would Create 1.3 Million Jobs, $220 Billion in Economic Activity
  document March 22, 2017 Pursuing clean water: U.S. Sen. Duckworth visits MWRD’s Calumet Plant
  document March 17, 2017 WITS program fosters reading skills through MWRD mentors
  document March 14, 2017 Local photographer features green infrastructure in “Rooftop: Second Nature” exhibit
  document March 13, 2017 MWRD uses hands-on demonstrations to educate sixth graders on STEM careers at the Museum of Science and Industry
  document February 27, 2017 Engineering’s positive impact is commemorated at the MWRD
  document February 24, 2017 Late Mayor Harold Washington’s 21 reunites and reflects after 30 years during MWRD’s African American History Month
  document February 23, 2017 Work to protect Chicago area waterways creates an award-winning, scenic trail
  document February 16, 2017 New MWRD innovation draws honor for cleaning waterways
  document January 31, 2017 MWRD leaders lend water management wisdom in Hyderabad, India
  document January 19, 2017 MWRD and environmental organizations release joint statement on agreement
  document January 10, 2017 Time-lapse video captures Space to Grow transformation at Wadsworth Elementary School
  document January 9, 2017 MWRD Commissioners re-elect officers to another term