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MWRD Board of Commissioners to hold Study Session on August 26 at 2 p.m. to review the MWRD’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan
August 17, 2026
MWRD Board of Commissioners will hold a Study Session on August 26 at 2 p.m. to review the MWRD’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan
"Video: Water reduction urged as Chicagoland reservoir nears limit ahead of more rain," WGN 9
August 13, 2026
More rain in the forecast on Thursday means many communities are being urged to reduce their water use to help prevent flooding.
"Chicago-area residents asked to reduce water usage as reservoirs fill up," NBC 5
August 12, 2026
Chicago-area residents are again being asked to reduce water usage.
"Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Informs Public About Overflow Action Day Alerts," Arlington Cardinal
August 12, 2026
When heavy rains were expected on Monday, August 10, 2026 in the Chicago area, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) encouraged area residents and business owners to reduce water use during and after the anticipated rain to help prevent flooding and protect water quality.