2018 Press Releases
 
  document December 27, 2018 MWRD makes a splash educating the community in 2018; More than 90,000 learn about agency’s work to recover resources, transform water
  document December 21, 2018 MWRD earns praise at hearing for fiscally responsible 2019 budget
  document December 20, 2018 CPS schools selected for schoolyard transformations in 2019
  document December 13, 2018 Calumet WRP roof collapse report released
  document December 10, 2018 Partnership inspires Space to Grow at Jefferson Park school; Farnsworth Elementary School is sixth CPS schoolyard to be transformed in 2018
  document December 5, 2018 Induction ceremony signals new era of MWRD leadership; MWRD installs five elected commissioners
  document December 3, 2018 MWRD commissioners to be installed
  document December 3, 2018 MWRD Board of Commissioners selects Brian A. Perkovich to fill Executive Director post
  document November 30, 2018 Veteran-owned businesses encouraged through new MWRD policy
  document November 21, 2018 This Thanksgiving, put your pipes on a fat-free diet
  document November 20, 2018 Natalie Creek to undergo overhaul; MWRD project to mitigate flooding in Midlothian, Oak Forest
  document November 16, 2018 Problematic Natalie Creek to undergo overhaul; MWRD project to mitigate flooding in Midlothian, Oak Forest
  document November 14, 2018 New infrastructure at MWRD’s Stickney Plant will upgrade energy savings and improve odor control
  document November 12, 2018 MWRD set to unveil major investment in Stickney Water Reclamation Plant
  document November 9, 2018 MWRD drug collection takes pharmaceuticals off the street, protects local water environment
  document November 2, 2018 Water quality improvements help Chicago Fishes event reel in a catch
  document October 31, 2018 MWRD, Army Corps project earns mega engineering award from ASCE
  document October 29, 2018 MWRD, Sister City leaders from Kyiv, Ukraine exchange water wisdom
  document October 25, 2018 Space to Grow celebrates new schoolyard at Morton School of Excellence
  document October 24, 2018 MWRD’s Sustainability Summit honors partners excelling in resource recovery, stormwater management
  document October 19, 2018 Open House Chicago tours at MWRD’s O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant spur education and insight on water environment
  document October 19, 2018 MWRD, DEA partnership to collect unwanted drugs set for Oct. 27
  document October 18, 2018 LIFT award honors MWRD data analytics for intelligent water systems
  document October 17, 2018 New Lathrop Riverfront Group, Friends of Chicago River host inaugural canoe outing
  document October 16, 2018 MWRD praised for 10 year biosolids partnership
  document October 15, 2018 Upgrades enhance Field Elementary School in Rogers Park neighborhood
  document October 15, 2018 Sixth Annual Sustainability Summit highlights MWRD partners’ efforts to protect planet
  document October 12, 2018 Flossmoor homes to be removed from flood plain after MWRD construction
  document October 11, 2018 WEF awards the MWRD with Project Excellence for McCook Reservoir
  document October 10, 2018 Water Environment Federation installs MWRD’s Tom Kunetz as president
  document October 10, 2018 MWRD’s O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant to participate in Open House Chicago
  document October 9, 2018 Ribbon-cutting ceremony to be held on Cherry Creek East Branch Flood Control project in Flossmoor
  document September 28, 2018 MWRD’s Industrial Waste Division patrols the flow to protect the water environment
  document September 24, 2018 Rotterdam delegation tours Space to Grow schoolyards
  document September 21, 2018 MWRD Commissioner Frank Avila, partners celebrate restored riverfront in Horner Park
  document September 20, 2018 Loyola University Chicago Quinlan School of Business undergraduate class to develop compost marketing plans
  document September 12, 2018 New school year opens at Cook Academy with dynamic schoolyard thanks to Space to Grow partners
  document September 11, 2018 Space to Grow transforms Fernwood Elementary schoolyard in Chicago
  document September 10, 2018 Illinois State Senator Laura Murphy tours MWRD’s Stickney Water Reclamation Plant
  document September 4, 2018 MWRD Update: 9th worker injured in building collapse released from hospital
  document August 31, 2018 11:30 a.m. Update regarding roof collapse at Calumet Water Reclamation Plant
  document August 30, 2018 Statement from the MWRD Board of Commissioners -- Update
  document August 30, 2018 Emergency Crews on Scene at Calumet WRP -- Update
  document August 30, 2018 Emergency Crews on Scene at Calumet WRP
  document August 23, 2018 New cricket field in Skokie enhanced by MWRD EQ Compost
  document August 23, 2018 MWRD President Mariyana Spyropoulos selected to Seventh Edgar Fellows class
  document August 9, 2018 MWRD seeks applicants for Sustainable Landscaping and Biosolids User awards
  document August 8, 2018 Skokie improvements highlight power of MWRD’s green infrastructure
  document August 6, 2018 Village of Skokie, MWRD and Skokie Park District to hold ribbon cutting ceremony
  document August 1, 2018 Demolition of MWRD dam to clear way for fish and recreation
  document August 1, 2018 U.S. Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water and the Environment tours McCook Reservoir and Mainstream Pumping Station
  document July 30, 2018 Dam removal on North Branch of Chicago River to clear way for boaters and wildlife
  document July 26, 2018 New tunnel to relieve Albany Park from catastrophic flooding
  document July 23, 2018 Understanding possibility of life on another planet starts at MWRD disinfection facility
  document July 20, 2018 MWRD partners with JLM Abundant Life Community Center on garden project
  document July 17, 2018 MWRD honors golden anniversary of Special Olympics
  document July 6, 2018 MWRD publishes new educational tool: “A healthy waterway begins with you: A Guide to Water Wellness”
  document July 5, 2018 Canadian water tech firms, Chicago water stewards share expertise
  document July 5, 2018 MWRD Executive Director resigns
  document July 2, 2018 Field Day highlights MWRD agricultural work in nutrient reduction
  document June 28, 2018 Environmental Science Fair projects earn students honors from the MWRD
  document June 21, 2018 Nathan S. Davis Elementary is 10th CPS schoolyard transformed through Space to Grow partnership
  document June 18, 2018 Nathan S. Davis Elementary Celebrates New Schoolyard Through Space to Grow: Greening Chicago Schoolyards
  document June 13, 2018 MWRD seeks local government partners for green infrastructure projects
  document June 12, 2018 Platinum awards reflect MWRD’s shining reputation for water treatment
  document June 6, 2018 AAA credit rating affirms MWRD fiscal stability and promising outlook
  document June 5, 2018 Governor Rauner appoints veteran state leader to MWRD Board of Commissioners
  document June 1, 2018 Infrastructure Week open house tours offer free compost, tree giveaways
  document June 1, 2018 Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day provides students unique opportunity to experience the mission of MWRD
  document May 31, 2018 MWRD pledges support for critical stormwater management projects
  document May 30, 2018 MWRD Board of Commissioners visits IL General Assembly, thanks members for continued support
  document May 30, 2018 Stormwater lesson from MWRD inspires local students to action
  document May 29, 2018 Another year older, another year wiser: the MWRD turns 129
  document May 29, 2018 Field Day To Highlight Water Quality Research
  document May 24, 2018 Commissioner Josina Morita receives honors from State Treasurer, Secretary of State
  document May 23, 2018 MWRD work on Tinley Creek takes Crestwood residents and businesses out of harm’s way
  document May 17, 2018 Best management practices for applying road salt discussed at chlorides workshop
  document May 16, 2018 Leland Elementary School partnership helps students learn about the water treatment process
  document May 15, 2018 Danish minister and delegation visit MWRD to foster water innovation and collaboration
  document May 10, 2018 Water reclamation plant tours offer insight into water transformation
  document May 9, 2018 MWRD Vice President Barbara McGowan honored with the Top Ladies of Distinction award
  document May 8, 2018 The MWRD achieves excellence in financial reporting
  document May 7, 2018 MWRD Commissioner Kari K. Steele helps open 51st Annual Chicago Business Opportunity Fair
  document May 4, 2018 President Spyropoulos’ City Club speech highlights MWRD achievements
  document May 3, 2018 Buffalo Creek Reservoir Expansion is underway as MWRD, USACE, Buffalo Grove, Wheeling and LCFPD shovel first soil
  document April 26, 2018 Groundbreaking on Buffalo Creek Reservoir expansion will provide stormwater protection for Buffalo Grove and downstream communities
  document April 25, 2018 MWRD workshop convenes road salting experts
  document April 23, 2018 MWRD, Current Launch SigaPlatform Pilot
  document April 17, 2018 GPS units from MWRD help communities map infrastructure
  document April 12, 2018 Gov. Rauner re-appoints MWRD Commissioner Walsh to fill the late Commissioner Tim Bradford’s seat
  document April 4, 2018 MWRD Vendor Outreach Fair offers opportunities to MBEs, WBEs and SBEs
  document April 3, 2018 MWRD reservoir expansion to alleviate Burbank and Oak Lawn flooding
  document March 29, 2018 Women’s History celebration marks the contributions of skilled and diverse workforce at MWRD
  document March 28, 2018 Groundbreaking on Melvina Ditch Reservoir expansion will provide stormwater protection for Burbank and Oak Lawn
  document March 23, 2018 Now is the time to plant a (free) tree and restore the canopy with the MWRD
  document March 19, 2018 Save the Date: MWRD, DEA partnership to collect human, pet meds set for April 28; participants to receive free oak saplings
  document March 16, 2018 MWRD Vendor Outreach Fair offers opportunities to MBEs, WBEs and SBEs
  document March 5, 2018 MWRD to share stormwater management tips, showcase exceptional quality compost during Chicago Flower and Garden Show at Navy Pier March 14 - 18
  document February 28, 2018 African American history month celebration at MWRD recognizes local leaders’ ascent to the national stage
  document February 26, 2018 Westchester reservoir expansion earns Engineering Excellence award
  document February 23, 2018 Water rises to the top of MWRD’s McCook Reservoir to protect region
  document February 23, 2018 Niles flood relief project named Public Works Project of the Year
  document February 22, 2018 MWRD tax reduction provides instant savings to property owners
  document February 21, 2018 MWRD Vice President Barbara McGowan welcomes Leland Elementary School Counselor to Board of Commissioners meeting
  document February 7, 2018 MWRD research partnership with University of Illinois attracts grant to improve water quality through agricultural innovation
  document February 5, 2018 MWRD, Current Launch First Technology Pilot Microvi’s technology aims to boost water treatment efficiency
  document January 31, 2018 MWRD celebrates African American history with Leland Elementary School eighth grade students
  document January 26, 2018 MWRD Commissioner Kari K. Steele, staff assist with Future City Competition
  document January 23, 2018 TARP mastermind Bing Chee Chin recognized for major engineering contributions
  document January 23, 2018 MWRD honors life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by recognizing the contributions of civil rights attorney Lewis Myers, Jr.
  document January 16, 2018 MWRD prioritizes green infrastructure projects in 2018
  document January 12, 2018 First fill: Water unleashed into McCook Reservoir for first time January rains set reservoir into service to mitigate flooding and protect waterways from pollution