Tag Archives: MWRD

National Prescription Drug Take Back: Oct. 26

Blue Island joins the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago in participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26, 2013. Proper disposal of unwanted or expired medicine is good for the environment.  When flushed, these drugs can end up contaminating our streams and lakes. In additional to the environmental benefits, proper disposal of unwanted …

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Tools and Funding for Stormwater Management, Habitat Restoration and Waterfront Access in the Calumet Region

Blue Island is hosting a workshop organized by MPC on Tuesday, August 27: Tools and Funding for Stormwater Management, Habitat Restoration and Waterfront Access in the Calumet Region. Speakers include Christine Davis from IEPA and John Murray from MWRD.  From the invite: This workshop will present timely and useful information on funding programs such as the new Chi-Cal Rivers Fund …

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