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    The Board of the LGBT Chamber of Commerce of Illinois has honored the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) with the 2021 Supplier Diversity Advocate of the Year award. The MWRD was recognized at the Chamber’s 25th Anniversary Gala …

The $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that passed the House last week provides $15 billion for the replacement of lead service lines in the country’s drinking water system. This funding is coming just in time, as a new …

European Environment Agency Summary:  Collection and treatment of waste water are key to reducing pressures and risks to human health and the environment, especially to rivers, lakes, and coastal waters. The European Environment Agency has published data which show that the …

View the Spanish animation at: https://youtu.be/Qw9VoGCPB7Y     Developing the audio was somewhat of a family project. MWRD Commissioner Eira Corral L. Sepúlveda performed the role of narrator, and her son, Julián Torres-Corral, performed the role of “Paul.” “As the daughter of immigrants, I know …

  Fitch Ratings Agency has again affirmed the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s (MWRD’s) AAA credit rating for its stability, especially during unstable pandemic times.   In its latest review and report, Fitch Ratings credited the MWRD for its reliable revenue …

On September 23rd Commissioner Garcia aided in the push for the newly induced National Hispanic Heritage Month or Latin-X Heritage Month resolution. This resolution is meant to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of the anyone containing even a small portion …

    Commissioner Garcia has been a tireless advocate of affirmative action and strategies to ensure everyone has an opportunity to help the MWRD protect the region’s water resources. An attorney with expertise in local and international governments, healthcare and community affairs, …

Article by Windy City Times:   The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District ( MWRD ) Board of Commissioners unanimously approved policies to assist LGBT-owned and -operated business enterprises ( LGBTBE ) as well as those owned and operated by persons with disabilities ( …

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) and Urban Rivers enjoyed an evening to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and experience the benefits of their hard work and collaboration by gaining a closer glimpse at the Wild Mile Chicago …