Aeration Basin Upgrade Project Contract Awarded

One of the most critical capital improvements projects the MWMC has seen in some time is about to get underway. With a contractor now selected, the aeration basins will be getting needed upgrades and resiliency improvements beginning this summer. Along with the aeration basins themselves, we will be upgrading the blower building and systems that pump air into the basins, as well as the electrical systems that supply power to that building. Our engineering staff worked through analyses that showed it would be most cost-effective to line up all of these upgrades at the same time, and this large project will continue to benefit the MWMC for years to come.

MWMC Collaborates with Springfield for Earth Day Art Contest

The MWMC and City of Springfield Environmental Services held their annual Earth Day Art Contest, and the winners were recognized by the Mayor and City Council in an award ceremony. The art contest is an educational program to teach 3rd grade students about how stormwater and wastewater systems protect against water pollution. This year, more than 200 students participated and submitted their art with the theme "Our Water, Our Future". City of Springfield staff then voted on the Top 20 pieces, and the Top 5 were ranked by Mayor Sean VanGordon. All Top 20 pieces were displayed in the Springfield City Hall lobby for one month.

Clean Water University Fall Dates Announced: October 7-9

The MWMC's annual educational event, Clean Water University, will be returning this fall. In 2024, the event expanded to three days to accommodate more schools, and that will continue in 2025. This year's event dates are October 7th through 9th, which will fall on a Tuesday through Thursday. As in previous years, we will be seeking volunteers to help us staff all of the activity booths for the event, so be on the lookout for communications this summer about volunteer opportunities as we approach October!

Pollution Solutions

Wipes are one of the top culprits of wastewater problems all over the world. They don't break down in water the way toilet paper does, so they cause clogs. This can occur in your home's pipes or in the larger wastewater system, leading to environmental hazards and expensive repairs. That's why it's important to always throw wipes in the trash, even the ones that are marketed as "flushable". Protect your pipes by putting used wipes where they belong: in the garbage!