Federal flood relief application deadline is July 9
Residents and businesses who sustained flooding damage between April 6 and May 5, 2013 have until July 9, 2013 to apply for federal funding assistance. You can apply for FEMA and IEMA disaster aid in person, phone or online. Click for more information.
10,000 pounds of household hazardous waste collected in Richton Park
Illinois residents filled their vehicles with 10,000 pounds of aerosols, flammable liquids, antifreeze, paint and other household hazardous waste and brought the products to a special collection held at Rich South High School in Richton Park, IL recently. The materials were collected during a special event coordinated by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, Village of Richton Park, and the Rich Township High School District 227. The MWRD provided general assistance and staff support before and during the event. More information.
Centennial Trail landscape architect to meet with cycling enthusiasts
The MWRD will be hosting a public meeting with a landscape architect to discuss the future design of Centennial Trail between Willow Springs Road and Route 83. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 27 at the Willow Springs Community Center, 8156 Archer Ave., Willow Springs. More information.
MWRD receives highest marks possible on annual audit
The MWRD recently released their Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). This financial audit is performed annually to ensure the MWRD is conducting business in a responsible, ethical and financially-sound manner. Read more.
Commissioner Frank Avila presents resolution to highlight Chicago Veggie Pride Parade
To raise awareness about the benefits of a plant-based diet, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) Commissioner Frank Avila presented a resolution to a representative of the Chicago Veggie Pride Parade which will be held in Grant Park on June 1. Commissioner Avila presented the resolution to Marisa Buchheit, Miss Heart of Illinois 2013, Parade Grand Marshall and media representative for the Chicago Veggie Pride Parade during the May 16 Board of Commissioners meeting. Read more.
