KWRD Public Notices and Announcements
(Notices of Public Hearings and Documents will be posted here for viewing by the public, when available and necessary)
Notice of Advertisement for Bids
(Posted July 23, 2025)
Notice of Advertisement for Bids - 2025 Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District is currently seeking proposals for the 2025 Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project located in DeKalb, IL. The proposed construction consists of the consolidation of electrical distribution to a single medium-voltage electrical service and the consolidation of existing emergency generators. This includes the construction of a new electrical room with medium voltage switchgear and associated appurtenances. A ground-mounted solar array will be installed to offset power usage.
Additionally, the project includes the construction of a new Digested Sludge Storage Tank No. 2 and an extension of the existing Sludge Handling Building. As part of improvements to the digester complex, Digested Sludge Storage Tank No. 1, Digester 1B, and Digester 2B will be cleaned. Other new structures include an Excess Flow Disinfection building, an excess flow clarifier drain valve vault, and a prefabricated chemical feed structure for phosphorus removal.
The District will accept sealed proposals for the project entitled “2025 Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project” until 10:00 AM on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, at the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District office. All pertinent documents including the Advertisement For Bids and Bidder Instructions, requirements, and project specifications can be viewed through BHFX Imaging at http://www.bhfxplanroom.com/.
Direct all questions about the meeting or intent of the Contract Documents to Engineer (Mark Gockowski, telephone 815.444.4960 or email mgockowski@baxterwoodman.com). Interpretations or clarifications considered necessary by Engineer in response to such questions will be issued by Addendum emailed by the Engineer or the Engineer's designated independent distributor to all parties recorded by Engineer as having received the Bidding Documents. Questions received less than five (5) business days prior to the Bid Opening might not be answered. Only questions answered by formal written Addendum will be binding. Oral and other interpretations or clarifications will be without legal effect. Addenda may also be issued to modify the Bidding Document as deeded advisable by Owner or Engineer.
A mandatory Pre-Bid Conference of all prospective Bidders and/or their representatives will be held in-person at 1301 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL on August 5th, 2025 at 10:00AM. Bidders are required to attend and participate in the conference. Click the button below to access the full Advertisement for Bids:
Notice of Bid Results
(Posted May 8, 2025)
Notice of Bid Results - Basin 16 Rehabilitation Project
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has received bids results for the Basin 16 Sewer and Manhole Rehabilitation project. Bid results for this project can be found by clicking the link below:
Notice of Advertisement for Bids
(Posted April 2, 2025)
Notice of Advertisement for Bids - Basin 16 Rehabilitation Project
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District is currently seeking proposals for a sewer and manhole rehabilitation project in DeKalb, IL. The project aims to reduce Inflow & Infiltration (I&I) in one of our sanitary collection basins through the installation of cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) lining for 34 sewer mains (approx. 5,836 LF), manhole lining (with cementitious mortar) for 61 manholes, and service lateral grouting (acrylamide-based gel) for 405 connections. Exhibits for the work can be found at the end of the project specifications.
The District will accept sealed proposals for the project entitled "Basin 16 Sewer and Manhole Rehabilitation Project" until 10:00AM on Thursday, May 8th, 2025 at the office of the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District. All pertinent documents, requirements, and project specifications may be viewed at the District office located at 1301 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115 or through BHFX Digital Imaging, www.bhfxplanroom.com.
A mandatory Pre-Bid Conference of all prospective Bidders and/or their representatives will be held virtually on April 14, 2025 at 1:30PM. Bidders are required to attend and participate in the conference. The meeting link can be found by clicking the "Advertisement for Bids" button below:
Notice of Rain Barrel Sale
(Posted March 31, 2025)
Notice of Rain Barrel Sale - Collaboration Between KWRD and DeKalb County SWCD
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District and DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District have begun a joint initiative to help encourage watershed health and awareness by hosting a rain barrel sale. The rain barrels will sold at the Soil and Water Conservation District office at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building located at the corner of Bethany Rd and Peace Rd. Orders for rain barrels must be placed in advance and are currently being accepted until April 30th. For more information on the rain barrel sale, or to place an order, please view the following links:
Notice of Tentative Budget
(Posted March 26, 2025)
Notice of Tentative Budget - 2025/2026 Budget
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just drafted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. This document is now open and available for public viewing. To view the public summary of the tentative budget, please click the link below:
Notice of Sewer Ordinance
(Posted March 21, 2025)
Notice of Sewer Ordinance - Ordinance #617 (Amendment to Sewer User Rates)
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just passed an ordinance to amend sewer user rates for all customers that are connected to the District. This document is available for public viewing, which can be accessed by clicking the button below:
Notice of Billing Portal Update
(Posted March 4, 2025)
Notice of Billing Portal Update - Direct Billing As New Payment Processor
The payment portal utilized by the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has recently changed from RevoPay to Direct Biller. The "Online Bill Pay" link on the home page has been updated to reflect this change and will now bring customers to the new billing portal. Please follow the instructions on the new portal to process payments.
Payments can be made easily by clicking the "Make a Quick Payment" button at the bottom of the Direct Biller portal.
Notice of Documentation
(Posted August 27, 2024)
Notice of Documentation - Local Government Efficiency Act Committee Report
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has worked with the NIU Center for Governmental Affairs to develop a document pursuant to the Decennial Committee on Local Government Efficiency Act (50 ILCS 70/1 et seq.) which has been filed with the office of the County of DeKalb. The report can be accessed by clicking the button below:
Notice of Sewer Ordinance
(Posted March 26, 2024)
Notice of Sewer Ordinance - Ordinance #612 (Amendment to Sewer User Rates)
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just passed an ordinance to amend sewer user rates for all customers that are connected to the District. This document is available for public viewing, which can be accessed by clicking the button below:
Notice of Tentative Budget
(Posted March 21, 2024)
Notice of Tentative Budget - 2024/2025 Budget
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just drafted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. This document is now open and available for public viewing. To view the public summary of the tentative budget, please click the link below:
Notice of Sewer Ordinance
(Posted April 24, 2023)
Notice of Sewer Ordinance - Ordinance #607 (Amendment to Appropriation Ordinance)
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just passed an ordinance to amend the FY2022-23 Appropriation Ordinance. This document is available for public viewing, which can be accessed by clicking the button below:
Notice of Tentative Budget
(Posted March 20, 2023)
Notice of Tentative Budget - 2023/2024 Budget
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just drafted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. This document is now open and available for public viewing. To view the public summary of the tentative budget, please click the link below:
Notice of Sewer Ordinance
(Posted March 15, 2023)
Notice of Sewer Ordinance - Ordinance #606 (Amendment to Sewer Use Ordinance)
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just passed an ordinance to amend the User Charge System and Sewer Use Ordinance. This document is available for public viewing, which can be accessed by clicking the button below:
Notice of Tentative Budget
(Posted March 21, 2022)
Notice of Tentative Budget - 2022/2023 Budget
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just drafted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. This document is now open and available for public viewing. To view the public summary of the tentative budget, please click the link below:
Notice of Bid Results
(Posted September 24, 2021)
Notice of Bid Results - Malta/Kishwaukee College Sanitary Service Extension
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has received bids results for the Malta and Kishwaukee College Sanitary Service Extension construction project. Bid results for this project can be found by clicking the link below:
Notice of Advertisement for Bids
(Posted August 6, 2021)
Notice of Advertisement for Bids - Malta/Kishwaukee College Sanitary Service Extension
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District is currently seeking proposals for the Village of Malta and Kishwaukee College Sanitary Service Extension construction project. The District will accept sealed proposals for the project entitled "Village of Malta and Kishwaukee College Sanitary Service Extension" until 10:00AM on Friday, September 24, 2021, at the Office of the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District. All pertinent documents may be viewed at the District office located at 1301 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb Illinois 60115.
The Advertisement for Bids can be found below:
Notice of Bid Results
(Posted July 23, 2021)
Notice of Results for Bids - Biosolids Disposal Services
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has closed its advertisement for bids. The Bid results can be found by clicking the button below:
Notice of Advertisement for Bids
(Posted July 8, 2021)
Notice of Advertisement for Bids - Biosolids Disposal Services
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District is currently seeking proposals for Biosolids Disposal Services. The District will accept sealed proposals for the project entitled "Biosolids Disposal Services Fall 2021-2023 - Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District" until 10:00AM on Friday, July 23, 2021, at the Office of the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District. All pertinent documents may be viewed at the District office located at 1301 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb Illinois 60115.
The Advertisement for Bids can be found below:
Notice of Rain Barrel Sale
(Posted March 30, 2021)
Notice of Rain Barrel Sale - Collaboration Between KWRD and DeKalb County SWCD
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District and DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District have begun a joint initiative to help encourage watershed health and awareness by hosting a rain barrel sale. The rain barrels will sold at the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District wastewater treatment plant located at 1301 Sycamore Rd on Saturday, May 8th, between 8am and 11am. Orders for rain barrels must be placed in advance and are currently being accepted until April 30th. For more information on the rain barrel sale, or to place an order, please view the following links:
Notice of Sewer Ordinance
(Posted March 25, 2021)
Notice of Sewer Ordinance - Ordinance #597 (User-Rate Amendment)
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has passed a new sewer ordinance that amends sewer user-rates and charges for all District customers. The full ordinance can be found by clicking the link below:
Notice of Tentative Budget
(Posted March 25, 2021)
Notice of Tentative Budget - 2021/2022 Budget
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has just drafted the tentative budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. This document is now open and available for public viewing. To view the public summary of the tentative budget, please click the link below:
Notice of Advertisement for Bids
(Posted July 30, 2020)
Notice of Advertisement for Bids - Harvestore Drive Trunk Sewer Improvements
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District will accept sealed proposals for the construction of the Harvestore Drive Trunk Sewer until September 1, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. At that time, bids will be publicly opening via Zoom Meeting and the unit price read aloud. Bids shall be labeled "Bid for Harvestore Drive Trunk Sewer Improvements - Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District." All pertinent documents may be examined at the Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District located at 1301 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, Illinois 60115.
Copies of contract documents will be distributed electronically and may be obtained by emailing or calling Tracy Zenkner, and documents must be obtained from Tracy Zenkner to be on the plan holders list. More information can be found be by following the link below:
Notice of Grant Award
(Posted June 23, 2020)
Notice of Grant Award - ComEd/Openlands Green Region Program
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has been awarded a $4,253 grant to assist in the "Kishwaukee WRD and DeKalb Park District 2020 Native Habitats" project. This project, which is being conducted in collaboration with the Park District, aims to restore roughly 22 acres of both KWRD and Park District property to native pollinator habitat. The locations being restored are areas of the KWRD wastewater treatment plant, the north end of Hopkins Park near the bike trail, and Rotary Park. Site preparation measures are already underway, and the native seed mixes are expected to be put down this Fall. This project will help to reserve more space for important pollinators like Monarch butterflies and bees, which are becoming increasingly endangered due to lack of habitat.
Notice of Public Hearing
(Posted May 14, 2020)
Notice of Public Hearing - DCEO Rebuild Illinois Grant
Special Meeting
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District is applying for a Fast Track Public Infrastructure grant through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and will be holding a public hearing on the matter on Friday, May 22 at 12:00pm. If awarded, the District will receive $5 million from the State of Illinois' Rebuild Illinois program to complete a sewer line extension to the Village of Malta and Kishwaukee College. This public hearing will provide an opportunity for public input on the District's grant application and the project in general. Notice of this public hearing has also been posted in the Daily Chronicle as of today.
In light of the COVID-19 safety measures that have been adopted by the District, the public hearing will be held remotely through a Zoom Meeting. The agenda for this special meeting, which has information on how to join the Zoom Meeting, is viewable through the button below. A Planning Report that provides background information on the District's sewer extension project has also been provided below, as well as the public notice that was posted in the Daily Chronicle. We look forward to seeing you there.
Notice of COVID-19 Response
(Posted March 20, 2020)
Notice of COVID-19 Response and Safety - Updated Management Practices and Policies
The Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District has adopted new practices to limit exposure and reduce the spread of COVID-19. Until further notice, the wastewater treatment plant at 1301 Sycamore Rd has been closed to the public. Plant operations will continue with reduced personnel and updated management and operations practices, with no changes in service to customers.
For more information on the updated policies and practices that the District has adopted, please click on the link below to view our COVID-19 Response page:
