[Communications] MWRD Vice President Kim du Buclet's February Newsletter

Mon Feb 27 10:00:04 CST 2023

Next Board Meeting will be held
on
Thursday, March 2nd at 10:30 am
The Board of Commissioners will hold its Regular Board Meeting on Thursday, March 2nd at 10:30 am, and public participation is encouraged. Visit mwrd.org (https://mwrd.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx) to see the meeting agenda and live stream viewing instructions. I look forward to hearing from you at the next MWRD Board meeting!
New Leadership
In January, my fellow commissioners elected me to serve a two-year term as Vice President of the Board of Commissioners. I am grateful to them for entrusting me with this significant leadership role in the MWRD.

In my capacity as Vice President, my focus will remain on promoting environmental justice awareness throughout Cook County. Additionally, I will endeavor to enhance communities' access to open green spaces and implement further green infrastructure projects to conserve water.
EPA's

Local Government Advisory Committee

Appointment
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan appointed me to serve on the EPA's Local Government Advisory Committee (LGAC), which oversees the implementation of public health and environmental programs ensuring Americans have clean air and water, safe drinking water, and proper waste disposal.

In my position on the committee, I am enthusiastic about collaborating with community leaders to enhance environmental protections at both state and federal levels. My goal is to raise awareness of crucial issues affecting our water supply and safeguard public health and the environment for generations to come.
Black History Month
Throughout February, the Metropolitican Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago celebrates Black History Month to highlight our commitment to diversity and to support and honor the achievements within the Black community.

This month, the district held its 4th Annual Pan-African Flag Raising Ceremony at the Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building and all seven of our plants.  In addition, we held an Environmental Justice Panel Discussion with a range of community organizers and leaders to hear their perspectives on the importance of advocating for environmental equity. Lastly, we hosted a virtual roundtable to discuss environmental justice issues and how community leaders can advocate for equity in contracting.
Board Room Update
The Board of Commissioners honored Shermann Thomas
(6figga_dilla) (https://www.instagram.com/6figga_dilla/?hl=en) , also known as the Chicago Urban Historian. Shermann has become hugely popular on multiple social media platforms for his creation of sixty second videos that share Chicago’s unique history. Through his narration of historic Chicago events and figures, Mr. Thomas seeks to impart that Chicago is a vibrant and thriving city full of mystery and worthy of admiration.
Vice President du Buclet in the

Community
Dixmoor Water Distribution
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Commissioners and employees raised over $2,300 last year to help residents of the Village of Dixmoor who continue to face drinking water challenges. Through this fundraising effort, MWRDGC Commissioners and Staff purchased and distributed 840 cases of bottled water for the residents of Dixmoor.
18th Annual

Chicago Food Justice Summit
Thank you to the Chicago Food Policy Action Council for hosting me at the 18th annual Chicago Food Justice Summit. It was great to see so many partners back together again working on food system issues for the Chicago region.
Vice President du Buclet in the

News
I recently wrote an op-ed (https://chicagodefender.com/addressing-environmental-justice-through-federal-leadership-local-implementation-and-community-activism/) in the Chicago Defender about the need to address environmental injustice and crumbling infrastructure in low-income communities through federal legislation such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act (BIA). Additionally, the article emphasized my advocacy for the residents of Cook County to benefit from these investments.

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The Green Neighbor Guide
Learn how to keep your rain barrel in good condition. Read the MWRD's The Green Neighbor Guide for information on rain barrel maintenance, including how to prepare your barrel for the spring.
Visit**   (http://https//mwrd.org/sites/default/files/documents/Green_Guide_191220.pdf)
** mwrd.org (http://chrome-extension//efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://mwrd.org/sites/default/files/documents/Green_Guide_191220.pdf)
to download a free copy.
MWRD Virtual Tour
JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL TOUR EXPERIENCE!
Travel back in time to early Chicago to see how we reversed the Chicago River and developed wastewater treatment technology. Go behind the scenes and under water to see how we transform the water you use every day; descend 300 feet into the deep tunnel system, and watch our electrofishing crew at work sampling fish on the Chicago River.

Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Time: 2PM  – 3:30PM
Location: ** https://tinyurl.com/MWRDTOUR (https://tinyurl.com/MWRDTOUR)
The Secret Tunnel Network Under Chicago
Check out ** this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=2klS1diYMWU)
highlighting all the projects the ** Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (https://www.facebook.com/Metropolitan-Water-Reclamation-District-of-Greater-Chicago-209538939060150/?__cft__[0]=AZVZIyndaySkykQf1vWd3xNL_5ljQkB8badhusKcUpMfA_2mH6QFeAGWoNKdFt-CqDkNSfPcYW4EsxK6kNsBg067fClQU2IsQL0zWA5vZYXaEAD4ysFK29gO9emoGkEPnXboXzyCMG3_oITVaLOKNQCG9pHjTsY5_Jmm8M8RaAMDNkzwRj5SCIGgbGvm7OWKovnI8FYZeT13q9qAnbwu1zx2N1ILvOUCh53LefgrTuUOfw&__tn__=kK-R)
** (https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=2klS1diYMWU)
is leading to fight climate change!!
Employment Opportunities at MWRD
Current Positions

Director of Human Resources
Starting Annual Salary $269,933.04/year

IT Support Analyst I
Starting Annual Salary $58,236.88/year

** Online Employment Center Link  (https://www.jobapscloud.com/mwrd/)
Upcoming Events
Click Link to see ** Community Events (https://mwrd.org/events)
Contact Information
Our mailing address is:
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District
Vice President Kimberly du Buclet
100 East Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone Number
312-751-5086
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