Reduce your use of water before, during and after rainstorms to reduce the amount of water in your municipal sewers.

The stormwater management projects aim to bolster resiliency across Cook County, with special emphasis on underserved communities.

Funding for the program is provided through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and will advance 26 stormwater management projects throughout the County.

For The Love of Water (FLOW) is a summary of news from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago.

Supported by ARPA funding, this initiative underscores a commitment to bolstering community resilience, particularly in underserved areas vulnerable to flooding.

Commissioners and staff raise the Juneteenth flag at the Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building and at all seven water reclamation plants. 

The Chicago Waterways Restoration Framework Plan was awarded a Silver Ribbon Award, and the Winchester Avenue Green Infrastructure and Flood Reduction Project was recognized with a Green Ribbon Award.

Visitors were treated to guided tours of the Powerhouse, showcasing its historical significance and the technological advancements that have kept it operational for over a century.