News
"Lyons Township hosts local leaders for stormwater, infrastructure update," Desplaines Valley News
March 24, 2025
Officials outlined ongoing and upcoming projects aimed at addressing infrastructure concerns.
Executive Director Brian A. Perkovich announces his retirement from MWRD
March 20, 2025
During his tenure, Brian played a key role in projects such as the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP) and stormwater management programs and was committed to ensuring that the MWRD continued to be a leader in sustainability and resilience.
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, March 20 at 10:30 A.M.
March 18, 2025
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.
"Lessons From Elsewhere: Managing San Francisco's Stormwater and Sewage Mess." KQED San Francisco
March 17, 2025
New York has invested in green infrastructure, turning its concrete jungle into a sponge to soak up water. Chicago and Milwaukee both dug massive tunnels deep in the earth to capture water flows while also leading the way with adaptation strategies.
"MWRD prepares for storms," WBBM-CBS Chicago
March 14, 2025
The MWRD has lowered water levels in preparation for tonight's storms.
"Scientists study fish behavior during dyeing of the Chicago River for St. Patrick's Day," Chicago Tribune
March 14, 2025
On the day of the 2024 St. Patrick’s parade, none of the tagged fish rushed to find shelter from their suddenly green surroundings.