News
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago appoints John P. Murray as Executive Director
November 20, 2025
His expertise and dedication have been instrumental in advancing the MWRD’s mission to protect the region’s water environment and facilitate stormwater management initiatives.
Space to Grow™ partners complete five CPS schoolyards that provide areas for learning, playing and stormwater retention
November 20, 2025
In addition to providing healthier, safer and more inspiring outdoor spaces for students, these projects will help manage stormwater in neighborhoods that face frequent flooding.
MWRD earns continued AAA, Aa1, and AA+ Ratings from Fitch, Moody’s and S&P Global
November 19, 2025
These reaffirmations underscore the rating agencies’ ongoing confidence in the MWRD’s financial management, operational stability and commitment to maintaining long-term fiscal responsibility while protecting the region’s water environment.
MWRD’s 13th Annual Sustainability Summit highlights collaboration and stormwater innovation
November 18, 2025
MWRD commissioners, staff, local leaders and environmental experts exchanged strategies and success stories that focused on climate resilience, infrastructure improvements and community engagement.
MWRD Board of Commissioners to meet Thursday, November 20 at 10:30 A.M.
November 18, 2025
Board meetings are open to the public and can be streamed online.
Cook County mayors and local leaders strengthen communication and coordination on flood preparedness at Government to Government Workshop
November 10, 2025
Presentation topics at the workshop covered the MWRD’s stormwater management partnership programs, state emergency coordination framework, public health and community resilience, flood insurance coverage and consumer protections.