Another green schoolyard in Austin is open to the public, managing stormwater while providing open space to the community. Spencer Technology Academy elementary schoolers play on their new Space to Grow schoolyard. At Spencer Technology Academy, 214 N. Lavergne Ave. – where …
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Newly released financial reports accompanied by independent audits reaffirm a stable fiscal position for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD). The annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) of the MWRD and the MWRD Retirement Fund and Other Post Employment …
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The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) marked the start of Pride Month with a flag-raising ceremony honoring LGBTQ+ pride and visibility. The annual raising of the Pride flag at the MWRD’s Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building and …
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From L to R: MWRD Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn, Commissioner Eira Corral Sepúlveda, Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis, Ernest C. Wong, Commissioner Sharon Waller, President Kari K. Steele and Commissioner Beth McElroy Kirkwood in commemoration of Asian American and Pacific Islander …
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A new green alley in Summit uses brick pavers to collect stormwater thanks to financial assistance from the MWRD’s Green Infrastructure Partnership Program. More green alleys and parking lots will soon spread throughout Cook County under a Metropolitan Water Reclamation District …
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Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) Commissioners and staff joined hundreds of volunteers across Cook County to participate in the annual Chicago River Day cleanup hosted by the Friends of the Chicago River. This vital community effort works …
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Transparent financial reporting and reliable accounting practices gives taxpayers the trust that the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) can tackle the major task of protecting public health and the region’s water environment. The MWRD’s stable finances and …
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The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) Board of Commissioners and staff welcomed National Honor Society (NHS) students from Wendell Phillips Academy High School for a special recognition ceremony in the Board room and educational tour on March …
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Streeterville Organization of Active Residents (SOAR) President Deborah Gershbein recognizes architect Dirk Lohan (from left), MWRD Chairman of Finance Marcelino Garcia and MWRD Director of Maintenance and Operations John Murray for the restoration of the Melas Centennial Fountain. A newly renovated …
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MWRD Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn, President Kari K. Steele and Chairman of Finance Marcelino Garcia were elected by their peers on the Board of Commissioners to serve as officers. The nine-member Board of Commissioners for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District …
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