Commissioner Steele was elected November 6, 2012 to her first term as a Commissioner at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Of Greater Chicago.
A proud day for Robbins! 🏈
The new football field will create opportunities for local youth and bring the community together. I'm proud that MWRD's Robbins Heritage Park and Midlothian Creek Restoration Project, now nearing completion, helped make this field possible. #MWRD
Today, we raised the Juneteenth flag at MWRD, honoring the significance of freedom and progress. MWRD was the first government agency in IL to recognize Juneteenth as an optional holiday—a reflection of our commitment to inclusion and respect for all. ❤️ #Juneteenth#MWRD
Future water stewards in the making! 💧Students from EJ Freedom School toured MWRD’s Calumet WRP to learn about water treatment & the importance of protecting our environment. Thank you to the Chicago Teachers Union and these inspiring young leaders! 🌎
Honored to welcome water leaders from across the country to Chicago for the @WEForg & @WateReuseAssoci Conference. Together, we're advancing innovative, sustainable solutions to protect our most valuable resource—water.
#MWRD#WEF#WateReuse#PeaceLoveCleanWater ✌️❤️💧
From the Chicago River to Lake Michigan and beyond, every step we take to improve water quality makes a difference. Proud to celebrate #WorldOceanDay and the connections that unite all of our waters. 🌊💙
What a turnout for Shred Day! ♻️ Together, we collected unwanted medications, electronics, and documents—helping protect our waterways and environment. Thanks to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, the Village of Bellwood, and our volunteers! #MWRD#ShredDay#PeaceLoveCleanWater
Yesterday, we proudly raised the Pride flag and welcomed community leaders for a discussion on inclusion and building healthy, sustainable communities. 🏳️🌈🌱
Thank you to Ald. Hadden (49th Ward) and Comr. Maggie Trevor (9th District) for sharing your perspectives and experiences!
Back to where it all started! It was great to join the team at our Calumet Water Reclamation Plant for our Open House—where I began my MWRD journey as an intern. Thanks to those who joined us to learn more about the people & processes that protect public health and our waterways!
Strong communities are built when every person feels seen, respected, and empowered. At MWRD, we are committed to serving every resident across Cook County and fostering spaces that prioritize diversity and belonging. Happy Pride Month!🌈
#MWRD#PrideMonth#PeaceLoveCleanWater
Summer in Chicago has officially begun! Yesterday, we celebrated the reopening of the MWRD’s Melas Centennial Fountain-- a historic landmark along the Chicago River-- as the MWRD marks 137 years of serving Cook County through water innovation and stewardship. 💧
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Honored to tour the @ObamaFoundation Presidential Center ahead of its public opening in June. It represents connection and investment in future generations on Chicago’s South Side—values that resonate with our work at the MWRD. Proud to witness this historic moment for our city!
Got old documents, plastics, or e-waste piling up? ♻️ Shredding is a sustainable way of disposing materials and keeping waste out of water systems. Join us for Shred Day on Saturday, June 6, from 9–11 AM at Bellwood Village Hall.
#MWRD#ShredDay#PeaceLoveCleanWater ✌❤💧
This Memorial Day, we remember, honor, and reflect on the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are deeply grateful for their sacrifice, courage, and unwavering dedication to protecting our freedoms.
#MWRD#MemorialDay#PeaceLoveCleanWater ✌🩷💧
Shred Day is almost here! Bring old documents, unwanted prescriptions, and electronics for secure and responsible disposal. Help us keep our communities clean, reduce clutter, and support a healthier environment.
#MWRD#ShredDay#CommunityService#PeaceLoveCleanWater✌️❤️💧
MWRD is hiring! Your next career move could help protect clean water for millions of people! We're looking for passionate people ready to make a difference for our communities and our environment. See open positions at MWRD.org/Careers#WaterCareers#NowHiring
STEELE Board Room Update! We approved intergovernmental agreements with 8 communities for green alleys and permeable parking lots across the Chicago region, nearly $3.6M in green infrastructure investment. And we're just getting started.
#MWRD#GreenInfrastructure
Good morning! Today at 10:30 a.m., I’ll be chairing the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s Regular Board Meeting.
Join us in person: Barbara J. McGowan Main Office Building
Watch online: Visit MWRD.org and click “Board Meetings”
#MWRD