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All hell breaks loose at Harvey Park District board meeting over alleged mismanagement
The board abruptly adjourned less than 10 minutes after two commissioners called foul on operations, leadership, and finances.
‘Lessons from the Harvey experience:’ MWRD to improve community outreach for future stormwater projects
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District plans to increase small-group public engagement surrounding future projects involving eminent domain and the acquisition of private property.
Regional water agency executive director retires after 31 years of service
Brian Perkovich was named Metropolitan Water Reclamation District executive director in 2018.
Region’s water agency names interim director as commissioner pushes for green infrastructure in $2.3 million roof repair
The roof of the Egan water reclamation plant in northwest suburban Schaumburg, managed by the MWRD, will undergo repairs.
MWRD extends drug take-back program with county sheriff for one year
Commissioners previously deferred the item for further discussion, but amended its agreement with the sheriff to extend services for another year.
MWRD still financing drug disposal, despite state law requiring pharmaceutical companies to front costs
“It's time for us to pass this cost back to Big Pharma where it belongs,” Commissioner Cameron Davis said. “It's also time to not keep the burden on the shoulders of our taxpayers.”
Cook County extends deadline for public comment on first-ever environmental justice policy
Those who live or work in the county can submit comment about the draft through Feb. 28 at midnight.
MWRD approves additional financial aid for two former Myrtle Ave. residents
The board approved increased relocation assistance for a former homeowner and renter on the block, made to leave to make way for a controversial detention pond project.
MWRD reacts to demolition debris at casino site falling into Chicago River
During demolition of a former printer plant, a wall collapsed into the Chicago River, concerning commissioners.
All hell breaks loose at Harvey Park District board meeting over alleged mismanagement
The board abruptly adjourned less than 10 minutes after two commissioners called foul on operations, leadership, and finances.
‘Lessons from the Harvey experience:’ MWRD to improve community outreach for future stormwater projects
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District plans to increase small-group public engagement surrounding future projects involving eminent domain and the acquisition of private property.
Regional water agency executive director retires after 31 years of service
Brian Perkovich was named Metropolitan Water Reclamation District executive director in 2018.
Region’s water agency names interim director as commissioner pushes for green infrastructure in $2.3 million roof repair
The roof of the Egan water reclamation plant in northwest suburban Schaumburg, managed by the MWRD, will undergo repairs.
MWRD extends drug take-back program with county sheriff for one year
Commissioners previously deferred the item for further discussion, but amended its agreement with the sheriff to extend services for another year.
MWRD still financing drug disposal, despite state law requiring pharmaceutical companies to front costs
“It's time for us to pass this cost back to Big Pharma where it belongs,” Commissioner Cameron Davis said. “It's also time to not keep the burden on the shoulders of our taxpayers.”
Cook County extends deadline for public comment on first-ever environmental justice policy
Those who live or work in the county can submit comment about the draft through Feb. 28 at midnight.
MWRD approves additional financial aid for two former Myrtle Ave. residents
The board approved increased relocation assistance for a former homeowner and renter on the block, made to leave to make way for a controversial detention pond project.
MWRD reacts to demolition debris at casino site falling into Chicago River
During demolition of a former printer plant, a wall collapsed into the Chicago River, concerning commissioners.
