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Water Reclamation Board Approves Intergovernmental Agreements for Green Alley Improvement Projects

3/24/2019

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) Board Meeting
March 21, 2019

What did the Board decide?

The Board approved Intergovernmental Agreements with seven communities for Green Alley Improvement Projects.

What else did the Board discuss or refer to committee?

Board deferred again a contract with a company that some commissioners felt had companion corporations with numerous violations. They directed legal to contact Indiana EPA to see if they had any concerns about their track record.

Unexpected Votes, Events, Testimony or Items to Watch for in the Future

In New Business, Commissioner McGowan noted she had met with the prospective Inspector General candidate. She would be requesting a meeting with legal to discuss whether she should vote on this issue when it does come to the Board.

Any Other Comments or Observations

MWRD received the Government Finance Officers Award for a Distinguished Budget Presentation for the 2018 Budget.

Observer - Peggy Kell Meeting Length: 47 min + 1:19 min

3/15/2019

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) Board Meeting
March 7, 2019

What did the Board decide?

The Board passed a resolution opposing HB 2624 which would create single member districts for the MWRD Board of Commissioners. Most of the commissioners said their responsibilities cross over any borders that would be set up in single member districts. In addition, there is a diverse representation currently on the board, which would negate the need for single member districts.

What else did the Board discuss or refer to committee?

One hazardous waste disposal contract in particular was deferred because of questions on the company’s partnership with other entities that have had penalties assigned to them.

Unexpected Votes, Events, Testimony or Items to Watch for in the Future

A resolution was passed honoring Lee Botts for her tireless work with Lake Michigan restoration and protection of the Indiana Dunes upon her 91st birthday. Her son and daughter accepted the award in her place.

Any Other Comments or Observations

The Shannon Rovers are really loud in a closed space!
Chicago Junorneymen Plumbers Local Union 130 UA has been sponsoring the St. Patrick’s Day Parade since 1955.

Observer - Peggy Kell Meeting Length: 1 Hour 57 minutes