[Communications] Kimberly Neely Du Buclet's February Newsletter

Fri Feb 14 08:35:44 CST 2020

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at the MWRD
Black History Month at MWRD

February is Black History Month and this year MWRD is celebrating with a series of events.  On February 4th we raised the African American Flag at MWRD.  On the 11th, we honored State African American elected leaders Jesse White, Secretary of State, Kwame Raoul, Attorney General, Roland Burris, former U.S. Senator.  Three more celebrations are yet to come. So please join us at one of these events as we honor African American achievements.  For more info see the the graphic above or visit the District events website at: mwrd.org/events
McCook Reservoir Tunnel Tour
On January 3rd, alongside a few of MWRD employees, Commissioner Du Buclet was one of the first commissioners to tour the McCook Reservoir Des Plaines Inflow Tunnel. This tunnel is part of an elaborate system of tunnels and reservoirs that keep flood water out of your basement and sewage out of our fresh water supply.
Illinois Monarch Project honored for Monarch Conservation work by MWRD

Commissioner Du Buclet presented a MWRD resolution to the the Illinois Monarch Project for their efforts to help monarch butterflies thrive in Illinois.  There to accept the award were Iris Caldwell & Klaudia Klukinska of the UIC Energy Resources Center. To learn more about how you can help monarchs visit the Field Museum - Urban Monarch Conservation website (https://www.fieldmuseum.org/science/research/area/keller-science-action-center/science-action-chicago/monarchs-view-city) .
Also to see a short video on the Monarch resolution visit the Board's legislative page (http://mwrd.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx?ID=761415&GUID=1B61A641-49E3-4DBC-9425-F6A13F987628&Options=info&Search=)  and go to the video link at Agenda item number 3.  All MWRD Board proceedings are recorded and broadcast on-line.

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Be COUNTED.  In the 2020 Census
Will your community participate in the upcoming 2020 Census?   The time is near! To count everyone in the 2020 Census, we need to come together. Learn more about Census resources and ways to bring your community together to ensure an accurate count: #CookCountyCensus For more information, please visit: ** www.cookcountyil.gov/census (http://www.cookcountyil.gov/census)

The
2020 Census is a national population count of all residents of the United States. Locally, the results of the count will determine how much neighborhoods and communities will receive in federal funds for healthcare, affordable housing, transportation, etc. and will help determine government representation at all levels.

Go Easy On The Salt!
** (https://mwrd.org/go-easy-salt-spreading-lightly-protects-water-quality-and-our-fish)
Did you know that using excessive road salt can cause damage to aquatic life and harm our pets? This winter Go Easy on the Salt! Salt does not go away after we spread it.  Once the snow melts, it follows the water to our lakes and rivers and can become toxic to aquatic life.  Spread salt lightly or use calcium chloride or magnesium chloride which are considered  a “greener” options, if used in small amounts.  For more tips visit: ** https://mwrd.org/go-easy-salt-spreading-lightly-protects-water-quality-and-our-fish (https://mwrd.org/go-easy-salt-spreading-lightly-protects-water-quality-and-our-fish)

Community Science in Action and
Chicago Volunteer Expo
Learn about Community Science in Action at the ** Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-science-in-action-tickets-88719240637#map-target)
.  Saturday, February 22, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

>From researching squirrel populations to fighting butterfly species extinction, a panel of scientists will share their views on the positive impacts of community science. Complimentary light refreshments and a cash bar will be available.  ** Register here (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-science-in-action-tickets-88719240637)
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Community Science in Action is the welcome event for the eighth annual Chicago Volunteer Expo. The Chicago Volunteer Expo is hosted by the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and is supported by our sponsors. Learn more at ** chicagovolunteerexpo.org (http://chicagovolunteerexpo.org/)
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Protecting our water begins with you
** (https://mwrd.org/medication-disposal)

** (https://mwrd.org/rain-barrels)

Click photo for more information on MWRD's rain barrel, tree & compost programs
** (https://mwrd.org/restore-canopy)

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Others In The Fight For Water Equity
** (http://www.lvejo.org/)

The Field Museum - Keller Science Action Center works with a team of scientists and educators to translate the Museum’s science into tangible results. They strive to conserve natural areas and, in turn, improve quality of life for all people both in Chicago or the Amazon. They’re driven by a mission to build a brighter future rich in nature and culture. The Action Center believes everyone has a role to play in conservation. They work with individuals, students, community leaders, and decision-makers, to take action and make an impact on projects like volunteer habitat restoration, monarch community science, native gardens, and taking other small actions to save the planet. For more information about The Action Center visit: ** www.fieldmuseum.org/science/conservation/keller-science-action-center (https://www.fieldmuseum.org/science/conservation/keller-science-action-center)
** (https://www.sierraclub.org/home)

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum founded in 1857, as the Chicago Academy of Sciences, has provided a place where positive relationships between people and nature have been built for over 160 years.  The Nature Museum has become one of the city's most attended institutions and provides more hands-on science instruction than most museums. Its a place where visitors have the opportunity to create an authentic connection to nature through community science, education, and scientific research.

For more information about the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum pleased visit their website at ** naturemuseum.org (https://naturemuseum.org)
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Upcoming Events
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Employment Opportunities at MWRD
Current Positions Assistant

A/V Analyst - $73,156.20
Operating Engineer I - Hourly Pay Rate $50.90

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Commissioner Kimberly Du Buclet
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Chicago, IL 60611

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