News
MWRD honors Geoffrey Baer for educating the public about water infrastructure
May 14, 2025
His work has illuminated the intricate relationship between the city's development and its waterways, bringing to light the significance of institutions like the MWRD.
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, May 15 at 10:30 A.M.
May 13, 2025
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.
Public invited to visit MWRD’s Calumet Water Reclamation Plant for open house and tours on Saturday as part of Chicago Water Week
May 6, 2025
Guests of all ages are invited to take an abbreviated tour of the plant, meet with MWRD staff for interactive activities and take home free oak tree sapling,
"Durbin Meets With Metropolitan Water Reclamation District," Dick Durbin, U.S. Senator
May 5, 2025
In Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), Durbin secured a $20 million earmark for MWRD to address excessive flooding in historically underserved communities in the Chicagoland area, including Harvey, South Holland, and Blue Island.
MWRD Commissioner Eira Corral Sepúlveda honored at Hanover Park Arbor Day celebration
May 2, 2025
Commissioner Corral Sepúlveda was honored for her outstanding leadership, long-standing commitment to environmental advocacy, and deep roots in the Hanover Park community.
MWRD FLOW - May 2025
May 1, 2025
For The Love of Water (FLOW) is a summary of news from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago.