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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">MWRD Virtual Tour</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">2 p.m.</span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">6</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">MWRD Pride Month Flag raising ceremony </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">10 a.m.</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"> </span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">6</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">MWRD Board of Commissioners Meeting</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;">10:30 a.m.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">8</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Open House at Lockport Powerhouse</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">10 a.m. - 2 p.m.</span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">8</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Puerto Rican People's Day Parade</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">2 p.m.</span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">15</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Juneteenth Parade</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;">11 a.m.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">20 </p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(40, 79, 161);">MWRD Board of Commissioners Meeting</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;">10:30 a.m.</p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">20</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">MWRD Pride Month event </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">4:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.</span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">24</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Press Announcement</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">1 p.m.</span></p> </td> </tr> </table> </div></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <table class="layout layout--1-column" style="table-layout: fixed;" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tr> <td class="column column--1 scale stack" style="width: 100%;" align="center" valign="top">
<table class="text text--dataTable text--padding-vertical" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="table-layout: fixed;"> <tr> <td class="text_content-cell content-padding-horizontal" style="text-align: left; font-family: Open Sans,sans-serif; color: #3E3E3E; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; display: block; word-wrap: break-word; padding: 10px 40px;" align="left" valign="top" data-purpose="dataTable"><div class="dataTable"> <table class="dataTable_content" style="background-color: #ffffff; width: 100%; min-width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Open Sans,sans-serif; color: #3E3E3E; font-size: 14px;" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" bgcolor="#ffffff"> <tr> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">28</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Monitoring and Research</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Seminar</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">10:30 a.m.</span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;">28</p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Evergreen Park Parade </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">6:30 p.m.</span></p> </td> <td class="dataTable_content-cell" style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding: 7px;" align="left" valign="top"> <p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">30</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold;">Chicago Pride Parade</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">11 a.m.</span></p> </td> </tr> </table> </div></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <table class="layout layout--1-column" style="table-layout: fixed;" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tr> <td class="column column--1 scale stack" style="width: 100%;" align="center" valign="top">
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-style: italic;'>Embark on a captivating virtual tour with the MWRD. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Immerse yourself in the depths of the world's largest water reclamation facility, venture through the intricate Deep Tunnel system, encounter the enchanting dancing water bear, and witness the fascinating process of electrofishing in action. Delve into the rich history that defines us and discover the compelling stories that positions the MWRD as a forward-thinking utility of the future. Make this an afternoon of exploration, innovation and environmental wonders.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The MWRD Board of Commissioners will hold its Regular Board Meeting at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 6 and Thursday, June 20. Public comments may be made at the Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building, 100 E. Erie Street, Chicago, during the Public Comment period. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>On Thursday, June 6, at 10 a.m., the MWRD Board of Commissioners and staff will raise the Pride flag for the fifth year in a row. This ceremony will take place at the Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building, 100 E. Erie St., Chicago, as well as at all MWRD water reclamation plants.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>In alignment with the MWRD’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality, staff and Commissioners have advocated for equitable access and opportunities within our organization. This includes expanding benefits and healthcare coverage for same-sex couples and actively participating in the annual Chicago Pride Parade.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>This event not only celebrates Pride Month but also reaffirms our dedication to fostering a workplace where all individuals feel respected, supported, and valued. A signature event will take place June 20. </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>More information can be found later in this newsletter.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Saturday, June 8</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">10 a.m. – 2 p.m. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">On Sat., June 8, step back in time to tour the MWRD's historic Lockport Powerhouse and learn how it helped establish the canal to save the Chicago region. Lockport Powerhouse has been generating hydroelectricity since 1907 and continues operation today with upgraded state-of-the art technology. At the downstream end of the 76-mile Chicago Area Waterway System, Lockport Powerhouse helps maintain water levels and provide drainage for the Chicago area. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Join our team of expert guides for an adventure through time, where you'll have a firsthand view of this innovative and majestic facility. There is no parking at the Powerhouse; </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">park at 303 W. 2nd St., Lockport, then board a free bus for a 10 minute ride to the Powerhouse. The last bus to the Powerhouse departs at 1:30 p.m. </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: normal;">Read more </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOrojHzeeliBeu4chT1s17NRCtRNBvfAP24jQx9pNprOh4eslpR4VGK9p9lUGTfx2vGjxtenPg6ZnmwRhGBssJD6-zQN3zMdXLfAVSCTS6_NrfNjowvah2ySqWLgvASWWOzegLgXxCE6BdEWP8SDpeIp-FDEluLGneWtnoFQyAicxadaKF3myeE1GQQyDBbdmh9pDUwfwJHggK_g9KQfNrysw=&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">here</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: normal;">.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">If you can't make it to the Lockport Powerhouse, consider watching the Puerto Rican People's Day Parade in Chicago on June 8. Beginning at 2 p.m., the parade starts on Division St. at Campbell, travels west to Sacramento and disbands on Humboldt Drive.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Join the MWRD as our float takes part in Chicago's Juneteenth parade on Saturday, June 15 starting at 11 a.m. at 2901 W. Monroe.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">About Juneteenth</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of slavery, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln. It is a significant day in American history, symbolizing freedom and the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth is now a federal holiday, celebrated with various events, including parades, cultural festivals, and educational activities, to honor African American history and heritage. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Thursday, June 20</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">4:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">On June 20 at 4:45 p.m., join the MWRD at the Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building, 100 E. Erie St., Chicago, for a special celebration in honor of Pride Month 2024! This event will highlight the importance of diversity and representation, while celebrating the valuable contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals within our community.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><a href="#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">This year’s theme, "Pride is Power," underscores the strength and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community.</a></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate together.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The MWRD Board of Commissioners and Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways (DoTH) will announce the funding of 26 stormwater management projects </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">on Monday, June 24 at 1 p.m. in front of the Main Office Building Annex, 111 E. Erie Street, Chicago.</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>These projects focus on supporting under-resourced communities, including 16 MWRD-managed projects, thanks to $20 million in funding provided through the American Rescue Plan Act. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>MWRD Commissioners, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, DoTH Superintendent Jennifer “Sis” Killen plan and municipal leaders will announce the investment.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">Friday, June 28</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">10:30 a.m</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">On Friday, June 28, at 10:30 a.m., Charles N. Haas, Ph.D., L.D. Betz Professor of Environmental Engineering, Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, will present "Environmental Pathogen Engineering."</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">In person: </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, Lue-Hing R&D Complex, 6001 West Pershing Rd., Cicero, IL. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance by emailing Dr. Heng Zhang at </span><a href="mailto:zhangH@mwrd.org" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">zhangH@mwrd.org</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"> </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">or call (708) 588-4264 or (708) 588-4059.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: black; font-weight: bold;">Virtual: </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Visit</span><span style="color: black;"> </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOruDp65OSq5sHEJI6kO-b2XQSLp3K4qcfCeUsMxeQNcgyT-yKAGM1vBCzMh3QXh2-DvJmg7e0vgi4mcLR97EeXQjuSez8yPhFu2848XKIHJQQjXqbPp-AXJVjjzTPLrtyrPe7yDXoGzhpkYXJ6JIN8iX3niJcVdK_sVBRg5mUomMS0CMBS-HeNOD4YRZ-E-blYNnHL1-TgrsCBmNFFyR8J9TY-izuqt0Qtg==&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">https://mwrd.org/seminars-and-presentations</a><span style="color: rgb(5, 5, 5);"> </span><span style="color: black;">on June 28 for the seminar link. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">For additional information, please contact Dr. Heng Zhang, Assistant Director of Monitoring and Research, at (708) 588-4264 or (708) 588-4059.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The seminar is eligible for Professional Development Credits/CEUs. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Look for the MWRD float at the Evergreen Park Parade on June 28 at 6:30 p.m. The parade kicks off at 95th & Springfield, proceeds east on 95th St. to Richmond, turns north and finishes at 91st Street.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Kick-off set for Sat., June 30 at 11 a.m.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>MWRD Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis has been selected to serve as a grand marshal for the 2024 Chicago Pride Parade. The Commissioner will be joined by her husband Myles, comedian Fortune Feimster and her wife Jax Smith, Art Johnston and Jose "Pepe" Pena. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The theme of this year's parade is "Pride is Power," which organizers said is meant to highlight the "fundamental role the Chicago Pride Parade has played in creating visibility and advocating for effective change for the city and region’s LGBTQ+ community for five decades."</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Date:</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Friday, September 6, 2024</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Time:</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Location:</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Talented entrepreneurs, emerging businesses and veterans will have the unique opportunity to network with established firms and government agencies at the MWRD's Diverse Business Summit set for Friday, September 6 from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago. This event offers potential vendors a valuable opportunity to learn about the MWRD, its contracts, and certification benefits. Attendees will also have the chance to meet with other contractors and government partner agencies.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Panel Discussions:</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Engage with industry experts and learn about current trends and opportunities in the water reclamation and stormwater management sectors.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>One-on-One Meetings: </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: normal; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>MWRD d</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>epartment heads will be available for personalized meetings to discuss potential business opportunities.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Match-Making Session: </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Connect with MWRD personnel and key contractors to explore partnership possibilities.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">More information will be coming soon at mwrd.org.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='font-size: 14px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Leaders from the MWRD elevated their dedication to water stewardship and policy advocacy onto the national platform as MWRD President Kari K. Steele, Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn and Executive Director Brian A. Perkovich embarked on a visit to Washington, D.C. to meet with key policymakers and legislators on Capitol Hill. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='font-size: 14px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'><span class="ql-cursor"></span>Their mission was to champion sustainable water management practices, advocate for vital stormwater management infrastructure investments, and address pressing environmental challenges facing Cook County.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='font-size: 14px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The entourage discussed the need for federal support in addressing water quality, flood mitigation, and infrastructure modernization. In particular, the MWRD leaders sought federal funding for the rehabilitation of sanitary sewers and major stormwater management projects that help absorb increasing rainfall brought on by climate change. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='font-size: 14px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The delegation also requested legislative support to address emerging contaminants, such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The MWRD voiced the need for more protection for water utilities and taxpayers from the liabilities of these hazardous substances so that the polluters, and not the communities, pay the price for removing this pollution from the environment. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Mia Park, a multi-dimensional Korean American artist, entertained and educated members of the public and staff at the MWRD's annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Month celebration on Wednesday, May 14 at the </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building in Chicago</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Mia celebrated the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the AAPI community. She shared personal stories, showcasing her experiences. By weaving these narratives into her remarks, she fostered a stronger sense of community and collaboration within the MWRD. She encouraged everyone to continue promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that the MWRD remains a leader in both environmental stewardship and workplace inclusivity. Read more </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOrojHzeeliBeuiMwXqp87iJq9o3VHjdM_sD9TUnhcfZQZnh1qxQift5xf6ZY0mB5vcqC5JfrG7HS9pPmehzpfhNJ97-QTmQzON3y_vqbjztFo3cQH53KNWkuCnXVqku2pGEVKn7OWhLXoxWnQMeb-XNzRy_BfZnTrL1OfbtjvrlcpOvyAq5_Qjycqmm5NiGc5BBlIYcG9AAF29-nRrb8AVYLhJ_e4h1Q4Pnv4upLhIoQr&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style='color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;'>here</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-style: italic;'>In the photo: (L-R): MWRD President Kari K. Steele, Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn, Mia Park, Chairman of Finance Marcelino Garcia, Commissioner Mariyana Spyropoulos, Commissioner Dan Pogorzelski and Exec. Director Brian Perkovich.</span></p>
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<table class="image image--padding-vertical image--mobile-scale image--mobile-center" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tr> <td class="image_container content-padding-horizontal" align="center" valign="top" style="padding: 10px 40px 10px 20px;"> <img data-image-content class="image_content" width="288" src="https://files.constantcontact.com/7dd0cad5401/3842671c-c880-4232-9a05-55201e4e2981.jpg?rdr=true" alt="" style="display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%;"> </td> </tr> </table> <table class="text text--padding-vertical" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="table-layout: fixed;"> <tr> <td class="text_content-cell content-padding-horizontal" style="text-align: left; font-family: Open Sans,sans-serif; color: #3E3E3E; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; display: block; word-wrap: break-word; padding: 10px 40px 10px 20px;" align="left" valign="top"><p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;">90 staff and guests listened as Mia Park showcased her experiences as a Korean American artist.</span></p></td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <table class="layout layout--1-column" style="table-layout: fixed;" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"> <tr> <td class="column column--1 scale stack" style="width: 100%;" align="center" valign="top">
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>A dozen projects designed to collect stormwater runoff and mitigate flooding through green infrastructure elements have been selected by the MWRD for funding.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The MWRD Board of Commissioners approved the selected projects in May as part of the annual call for projects through the Green Infrastructure Partnership Program. The 12 projects were chosen from a field of 35 pre-applications and 22 full applications, with the MWRD placing a priority on disproportionately impacted areas (DIAs) in search of green infrastructure upgrades. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Each of the selected projects will require an intergovernmental agreement by the end of 2024 for the projects to be completed in 2025. See the list and description of the MWRD’s selected green infrastructure projects below.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Blue Island Public Library - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Green roof </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Broadview - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> 17th and Lexington public parking lot improvements</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Brookfield - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Green parking lot improvements</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Forest Park - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Green alley project</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Franklin Park - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Pacific Avenue and Washington Street green infrastructure</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Glenview - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Lincoln Street downtown green alley</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Hillside - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Green alley project</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Hoffman Estates - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Village Hall green parking lot</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Markham - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Green alley program</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Northlake Public Library - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Permeable parking lot </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>North Riverside - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Green alley project</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center; margin: 0;" align="center"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Willow Springs - </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Town Center green infrastructure improvements</span></p>
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<table class="text text--padding-vertical" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="table-layout: fixed;"> <tr> <td class="text_content-cell content-padding-horizontal" style="text-align: left; font-family: Open Sans,sans-serif; color: #3E3E3E; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; display: block; word-wrap: break-word; padding: 10px 20px 10px 40px;" align="left" valign="top"><p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Open Houses held at the O'Brien and Stickney Water Reclamation Plants for Chicago Water Week</span></p></td> </tr> </table> <table class="text text--padding-vertical" width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="table-layout: fixed;"> <tr> <td class="text_content-cell content-padding-horizontal" style="text-align: left; font-family: Open Sans,sans-serif; color: #3E3E3E; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.2; display: block; word-wrap: break-word; padding: 10px 20px 10px 40px;" align="left" valign="top">
<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='font-size: 13px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>More than 600 neighbors and curious minds flocked to the MWRD's water reclamation plants as part of Chicago Water Week, an initiative facilitated by Current Water. The impressive crowd dedicated their Saturdays to attend open houses hosted at the O’Brien and Stickney water reclamation plants (WRPs) earlier this month in Skokie and Cicero. These events provided a valuable opportunity for the community to delve into the inner workings of these vital facilities and gain insight into the MWRD's commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='font-size: 13px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>The open houses were held on May 4 and 11 and offered the public the opportunity to learn firsthand about the facilities and treatment methods that help the MWRD transform wastewater into clean water in a matter of hours. Visitors were led on tours by knowledgeable staff who explained the processes and the vital role these facilities play in protecting area waterways.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='font-size: 13px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>In addition to the informative tours, the open houses featured interactive exhibits and educational displays highlighting the MWRD's efforts to promote water conservation, environmental stewardship, and public outreach.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='font-size: 13px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>During Chicago Water Week, the MWRD also hosted a virtual tour on May 7 as part of Chicago Water Week activities, and MWRD President Kari K. Steele </span><span style="color: rgb(54, 54, 54);"> delivered welcoming remarks at the Chicago Water Week signature event to present the MWRD’s Board of Commissioners’ Resolution.</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'> Read more </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOrojHzeeliBeuNAoLfaSFbWzep8UDxQ6vvMb_IQzCMQtTFPlwk_bR4I5sIKa3LT8ju9lTHftYtco-wWlkwaAZERo5amOY6LjWN7KdJnObcK4WsBbEC3mQGRERrMvbnDMCHyPRGyvcJtGTX1Bi6EzTYq51W-tYEjdnSq3QcwrmRVacMXxqL1XZ80NpIljWZ2ZHLfr3u7g1IL4c&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style='color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-size: 13px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;'>here</a><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 13px; font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;">In the photos: MWRD staff greeted visitors during the Open House at the O'Brien and Stickney Water Reclamation Plants in May.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;">Guests touring the Stickney WRP saw goats and sheep clearing weeds along the route.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-style: italic;'>Photo: Water pumps underneath the street surface bring water from sewers to the O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant in Skokie. The plant can process up to 500 million gallons a day, according to staff. (Richard Requena, Pioneer Press)</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>“</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-weight: bold;'>Skokie water reclamation plant gives tours, holds open house,”</span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;'> </span><span style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif; font-style: italic;'>Pioneer Press</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style='font-size: 13px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Open Sans", sans-serif;'>Members of the public got a chance Saturday to peek inside the enormous building at Howard Street and McCormick Boulevard and see how employees there treat sewage water until it’s clean enough to release into the public waterways. The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago held an open house on May 4 at the O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant in Skokie in honor of Chicago Water Week. Employees led tour groups to demonstrate how water comes into the plant and how it is treated to remove solids and bacteria before being discharged into the North Shore Channel of the Chicago River. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">The MWRD offers eco-friendly, low-cost rain barrels available in four colors. These 55-gallon barrels are repurposed, adding an extra layer of green to your home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to conserve water and reduce runoff. </span><span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Order yours</span><span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(64, 63, 66);"> </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOroJ8e8HkBRMzbGAmEMOC-2GLk3I1dk3P7PFyn0hXdnxQGDhdMrqnkgDBIdtVmmWDs_KeSc2pBsTGh4MGhzfxut_L2suY0-Tlrw8Gn-1TCwIx&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">here</a><span style="font-size: 15px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">and watch an installation</span><span style="font-size: 15px;"> </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOrgfhAFarwa0MdTHR99bG1wfdtJcIMkaNUC258pOiqNooqOYyCPEnFeKUQQanRkJf0qc481vk-XR5eoySvBNQOyn283RDPU_TYYjC8od7MzlwWmqI98UeHMfLq2zVY2lp5xJAntrHqmRX&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="font-size: 15px; color: #396694; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">video</a><span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Complimentary red, pin, bur, black or swamp white oak saplings are available at our water reclamation plants on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon through October. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">If more than 50 potted saplings are desired, delivery is available, or park districts, residents and municipalities can schedule pick ups. The saplings come in one gallon pots or can be requested as bare roots in bags of 100. These must be planted within a matter of days for premium viability. Learn more </span><a href="https://xody9orab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-ZWxvjMAQuzJ3BgUXN90MXv70XXUlKEh3TzmuGmCkAfPbvNLHffOrojHzeeliBeu4xC0ce-SjR5r6bUnN3F9srV_ZV2nfccCqXm7s7g69uDKYiaJMRYOB_iGadK_dJEdhCb1k8EjaiAOEUWRJQajdo0h3XNKEUc4Va-6q3Rq-UpAHz5fnUVjF88zyX6ipp6ZLCzaHn64QVlBNu4oGuItAw==&c=psamcj7mHtZ2yBB3cb0pDhrDmO1tbW4BZqLESGoRUNG5lcZWtg0pQg==&ch=I01x6X3i1mW46Iaga0vd1bsefwFWVLzHvVwYo5HnoLMv836Yu2TaVA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(40, 79, 161); font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">here.</a></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Water is one of the most valuable resources on our planet. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We require clean and fresh water for drinking, cleaning, recreation and other activities. However, too much of it can become a nuisance when it causes flooding in waterways and urban areas, impacting our travel when roads are flooded and even damaging our homes and businesses.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">While there are myriad ways to be a Green Neighbor—some actions can be as simple as not over-fertilizing your lawn and garden, washing and maintaining your vehicles properly, or planting a native tree—our Green Neighbor Guide focuses on stormwater management projects that you can build or install on your property.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The guide provides detailed instructions for disconnecting downspouts; installing rain barrels or cisterns to capture stormwater for reuse; installing dry wells and rain gardens to allow stormwater to filter into the ground; and replacing asphalt and concrete surfaces with permeable paving to reduce stormwater runoff.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">What is the key to pollution prevention when it comes to Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)?</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;">The key to pollution prevention is addressing the source of PFAS.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of manmade fluorinated compounds that are designed to be stable and have been in commercial use since the 1940s. The stability of the chemicals makes them difficult to degrade which is why they are often called “forever chemicals.” PFAS are in countless commercial, consumer, and industrial products and are acknowledged by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be widely present in the environment.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Like other water utilities across the U.S., the MWRD is addressing how best to manage PFAS in the water environment. The MWRD’s seven water reclamation plants (WRPs) do not produce nor use PFAS but are passive receivers of these chemicals discharged to local sewers.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Wastewater can contain trace amounts of these chemicals from industrial, commercial and household sources. The MWRD’s WRPs were not designed to remove these chemicals during the treatment process. The use of nonstick cookware, cosmetics and sunscreens, washing clothes, and putting out fires with certain foams can all introduce PFAS into the environment.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The MWRD is closely following and proceeding based on the developing science on the potential impacts of PFAS. The key to pollution prevention is addressing the source of PFAS. The MWRD is working to identify and reduce industrial discharges of PFAS, learning how the discharge from these sources can be reduced and encouraging federal and state regulators to focus on stopping these chemicals at the source. The MWRD’s pretreatment program regulates industrial discharges to protect the treatment process and valuable resources the MWRD recovers.</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;">The first Saturday of every month 8 a.m. - 3 p.m</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic;">Dispose of your household chemicals responsibly and recycle your old computers.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The public may drop them off at the City of Chicago's permanent Household Chemicals & Computer Recycling Facility at 1150 N. North Branch Street (two blocks east of the Kennedy Expressway at Division Street).</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Household chemicals and computers often contain hazardous substances, such as lead, mercury, and PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) which can contaminate our air, soil and water. Through proper disposal methods or recycling, these hazardous substances are reprocessed and reused in an environmentally-responsible manner.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Household Chemical and Computer Recycling Facility accepts a range of items, including household cleaners, oil-based paints, solvents, cell phones, compact fluorescent light bulbs, computers and related equipment to name a few. It does not accept business/commercial sector wastes, explosives, fireworks or latex paint.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">During business hours, an attendant will help unload your vehicle and accept your materials. Materials should not be left outside the facility unattended.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The MWRD procures materials and services required for operations in compliance with the Purchasing Act. The mission of the Diversity Section is to ensure that minority owned (MBE), women owned (WBE), small (SBE), and veteran owned (VBE) business enterprises are given equal opportunities to participate in the MWRD’s construction program and professional service contracts in excess of $100,000.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Our procurement process is designed to ensure the most efficient use of taxpayer dollars, so we encourage you to register to become a vendor at this link. Sign up to receive a weekly email listing of new contract announcements by emailing </span><a href="mailto:forea@mwrd.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: #396694; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-style: normal;">forea@mwrd.org</a>.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify; margin: 0;" align="justify"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">If you live within our service area, the water that goes down your toilet, sinks and drains eventually comes to us to be cleaned. Nearly 500 billion gallons of wastewater is treated by our seven water reclamation plants every year. The MWRD's total wastewater treatment capacity is over 2 billion gallons per day. Learn more about the work of the MWRD on our YouTube channel or schedule a group tour.</span></p>
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