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@mwrdgc.bsky.socialOct 8, 2026, 7:46 PM

Check out the October 2026 edition of FLOW for the latest news and event information from the MWRD.

FLOW: For the Love of Water
mwrd.org/news/mwrd-fl...

#MWRD #Chicago #Community #Events #Research

@mwrdgc.bsky.socialOct 5, 2026, 5:01 PM

ICYMI CNN: "From 'great open sewer' to swimming spot: How the #ChicagoRiver was saved"

#MWRD President Kari K. Steele & Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie share their perspectives on this vital waterway.

Watch the #CNN report at MWRD.org/News
https://ow.ly/vzGW50ZUAJY

@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 7:42 PM

Hosted annually by MWRD’s Diversity Section, the 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit brought together small and diverse businesses, contractors, consultants, government agencies and industry leaders for a day of education, networking and relationship building.

https://ow.ly/JyCa50ZTh5b

#MWRD

@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 2:59 PM

Join us today at 6:00 p.m. for the Cal-Sag Channel Watershed Planning Council Meeting.
📍14700 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park

Learn about #MWRD projects, #stormwater issues, #watershed updates & the recent Stormwater Workshops.
mwrd.org/events/cal-sag-wpc-q3

More: mwrd.org/wpc

Quarterly Watershed Planning Council Meeting for the Cal-Sag Channel Watershed. Join us on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Orland Park Village Hall, 14700 S Ravinia Ave. The graphic features a map of the Cal-Sag Channel Watershed and meeting details. Topics include MWRD project updates, ordinance revisions, maintenance work, stormwater issues, and updates from other agencies. Learn more at mwrd.org/wpc.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 30, 2026, 2:17 PM

The #MWRD will hold its Board of Commissioners meeting in person at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 100 E. Erie St., Chicago.

Live stream https://mwrd.legistar.com/calendar.aspx

https://mwrd.org/news/mwrd-board-commissioners-meet-thursday-october-1-1030-am

MWRD.org/BOC

MWRD Board of Commissioners meeting graphic. Commissioners: Kari K. Steele (President), Patricia Theresa Flynn (Vice President), Marcelino Garcia (Chairman of Finance), Precious Brady-Davis, Yumeka Brown, Cameron Davis, Beth McElroy Kirkwood, Eira L. Corral Sepulveda, Sharon Waller. The background features dark and light blue abstract shapes.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 25, 2026, 4:01 PM

September is National Preparedness Month. Prepare for flooding before the next storm with the MWRD’s Flood Response Resource Guide, featuring steps to take before and after flooding, local resources and ways to help reduce flooding at home.

Read the guide at mwrd.org/education/publications.

#MWRD

Graphic for National Preparedness Month featuring a flood emergency checklist, a “To do!” notepad and MWRD’s Flood Response Resource Guide on a wooden surface. Text reads, “Prepare for flooding.” The guide provides steps for residents before, during and after a flood, along with local resources and contact information. The MWRD Board of Commissioners is listed at the bottom.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 25, 2026, 1:01 PM

We are accepting applications until October 9, 2026 for the following jobs:

• Accounting Manager

• Associate Structural Engineer

Apply to join a leading organization committed to protecting the environment in Cook County: jobapscloud.com/mwrd

Learn more: mwrd.org/careers

#MWRD #Chicago #jobs

A Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago graphic promoting new jobs features a smiling person wearing safety glasses and a hard hat standing in an industrial setting with a laptop. A white square outlined in blue with large blue text reads "Join Our Team!" and the bottom banner displays "MWRD.ORG/CAREERS" with social media icons.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 23, 2026, 8:01 PM

Pollution Prevention Week reminds us that protecting our waterways starts with everyday actions. Properly dispose of medications, fats, oils, grease and household chemicals, and keep harmful materials out of our drains. Learn more: mwrd.org/community-action

#MWRD #PollutionPreventionWeek

Graphic for Pollution Prevention Week featuring a blue lake and sandy beach. Large white text reads “Pollution Prevention Week” and “A Better Tomorrow Starts With Pollution Prevention Today.” The MWRD seal and Board of Commissioners are listed along the bottom.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 23, 2026, 7:39 PM

Contract number 26-363-12: Public tender of bids for a 14-year lease on approximately 9 acres of district real estate located at 6400 Canal Bank Road, Forest View, Illinois, known as Main Channel Parcel 37.07 (re-bid) Visit: https://ow.ly/lvMQ50ZQLcU

More: https://ow.ly/cj6p50ZQLcT

#MWRD

A digital graphic with a blue background features a large, glowing dollar sign made of connected points and lines. The text reads: "Invitation to Bid." Below is the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago seal. The main section states: "Contract Number: 26-363-12. Public tender of bids for a 14-year lease on approximately 9 acres of district real estate located at 6400 Canal Bank Road, Forest View, Illinois, known as Main Channel Parcel 37.07 (re-bid)." Bid opening is October 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM. At the bottom, a yellow button displays the link: "mwrd.app/Cntrctann".
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 21, 2026, 2:17 PM

The MWRD joined the Village of Morton Grove’s Sustainability Expo on Sept. 19! Commissioner Sharon Waller, staff from the Office of Chairman of Finance Marcelino Garcia and MWRD staff shared resources and connected with families about protecting our waterways and environment.

#MortonGrove #MWRD

MWRD Commissioner Sharon Waller speaks with attendees at an informational table during the Morton Grove Sustainability Expo. Educational materials, brochures, pens and an interactive wheel are displayed on the table.A woman and young girl smile for the camera while holding MWRD educational materials about native wildflowers and common milkweed at the Morton Grove Sustainability Expo. Other attendees and informational tables are visible in the background.Attendees browse a table filled with informational brochures and pamphlets about water conservation, stormwater management, and environmental resources at the Morton Grove Sustainability Expo. People are engaged in conversation and picking up materials in a well-lit community room.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 17, 2026, 1:00 PM

Join us in 1 week for the 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit! Advance registration is now closed, but walk-ins are welcome!

Visit mwrd.org/SBS2026
🗓️ Thursday, September 24 • 8 AM - 2 PM
📍Malcolm X College, #Chicago

#MWRD #IMPACTSummit

A graphic for the 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit features the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago seal and bold text announcing “Countdown to IMPACT Small Business Summit 2026 – 1 Week Away!” Event details include Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Malcolm X College in Chicago. The flyer also displays a QR code, website link for more information, icons for social media platforms, and the hashtag #IMPACTSummit.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 16, 2026, 6:12 PM

New contract opportunities!

• Contract number 26-624-11: Main Street Bridge Expansion Joint Replacement

• Contract number 23-890-1S: Rehabilitation of Local Sewers

Details: mwrd.app/Cntrctann

Learn more: mwrd.org/doing-business/procurement-and-materials-management

#MWRD #Chicago #contracts

Dark blue "Invitation to Bid" graphic from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. The design features a large, digital-style blue dollar sign made of glowing dots and lines in the upper left corner, with the MWRD seal centered above a blue box. The box contains white text: 'Contract number 26-624-11: Main Street Bridge Expansion Joint Replacement.' Bid opening date is October 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM. A yellow button at the bottom displays the link mwrd.app/Cntrctann.Dark blue "Invitation to Bid" graphic from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. The design features a large, digital-style blue dollar sign made of glowing dots and lines in the upper left corner, with the MWRD seal centered above a blue box. The box contains white text: 'Contract number 23-890-1S: Rehabilitation of Local Sewers.' Bid opening date is October 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM. A yellow button at the bottom displays the link mwrd.app/Cntrctann.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 16, 2026, 3:09 PM

The #MWRD will hold its Board of Commissioners meeting in person at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 100 E. Erie St., Chicago.

Live stream https://mwrd.legistar.com/calendar.aspx

https://mwrd.org/news/mwrd-board-commissioners-meet-thursday-september-17-1030-am

MWRD.org/BOC

MWRD Board of Commissioners meeting graphic. Commissioners: Kari K. Steele (President), Patricia Theresa Flynn (Vice President), Marcelino Garcia (Chairman of Finance), Precious Brady-Davis, Yumeka Brown, Cameron Davis, Beth McElroy Kirkwood, Eira L. Corral Sepulveda, Sharon Waller. The background features dark and light blue abstract shapes.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 10, 2026, 1:00 PM

Join us in 2 weeks for the 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit! Designed for small businesses, entrepreneurs, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.

Learn more and register today!
Visit mwrd.org/SBS2026
🗓️ Thursday, September 24 • 8 AM - 2 PM
📍Malcolm X College, #Chicago

#MWRD #IMPACTSummit

A graphic for the 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit features the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago seal and bold text announcing “Countdown to IMPACT Small Business Summit 2026 – 2 Weeks Away!” Event details include Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Malcolm X College in Chicago. The flyer also displays a QR code, website link for more information, icons for social media platforms, and the hashtag #IMPACTSummit.
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 7, 2026, 4:01 PM

Clean air starts with healthy trees! On International Day of Clean Air for blue skies, help us Restore the Canopy by planting a free native oak sapling from the #MWRD. Trees help improve air quality, provide wildlife habitat and keep neighborhoods cooler. Pick up a sapling: https://ow.ly/TFqA50ZJw2g

Graphic promoting MWRD’s Restore the Canopy, Plant a Tree program. The graphic features a free sapling brochure and illustrations of four oak varieties available in 2026: bur, pin, red and swamp white oak. Text reads “Free Oak Trees!”
@mwrdgc.bsky.socialSep 5, 2026, 8:30 PM

Travel back in time with us to early Chicago and see how we reversed the Chicago River and developed wastewater treatment technology.

MWRD Virtual Tour: September 8
2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Register now: mwrd.org/virtual-tour

#MWRD #Chicago #ChicagoRiver