08/18/2022
The Downers Grove Sanitary District invites the community to visit the Wastewater Treatment Center for the return of our annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 1. The Open House is a free, family-friendly event on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to noon at the District’s Wastewater Treatment Center, 5003 Walnut Avenue in Downers Grove. This is a unique opportunity for residents to experience firsthand how a local wastewater treatment…
08/31/2022
In observance of Labor Day, the District’s administration center, located at 2710 Curtiss Road in Downers Grove, will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, 2022. The District’s office will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 6. If you are a customer experiencing a sewer backup, please call us at any time at (630) 969-0664 to report the incident. We have personnel on call at all hours.
08/29/2022
The Downers Grove Sanitary District is seeking applicants for the position of full-time Mechanic now through Friday, Sept. 16, 2022. The Mechanic performs preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electromechanical machinery and equipment, vehicles, buildings, structures, and reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. The current salary range for the position is $25.66 – $38.50 per hour based on experience. Please note that the Mechanic must reside within a 30-minute…
08/16/2022
Join us tonight for the August 16, 2022 Board of Trustees meeting. Public may attend this meeting in-person at the District Administration Center at 2710 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove. This month’s BOT agenda: https://www.dgsd.org/wp-content/uploads/bot08-16-22agenda.pdf. Public Comment The District has an online form for the Public who wish to virtually attend or cannot attend a meeting to submit public comment. District staff shall read aloud any received public comments during the…
08/11/2022
The District payment drop box located at the Downers Grove Village Hall has temporarily moved to a new location during their construction, effective Thursday, August 11, 2022. The new location is in front of the parking garage located at 5155 Mochel Dr. in Downers Grove. To access this drop box, you will need to enter the drive from Washington St. If you turn on Mochel Dr. you will not be…
07/19/2022
The Downers Grove Sanitary District is seeking applicants for the position of full-time Lab Analyst through Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022. The Lab Analyst’s responsibilities include sample collection and laboratory analysis for biosolids, stream, surcharge, industrial, and plant monitoring. The current salary range for the position is $25.66 to $38.50 per hour based on experience. A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or equivalent science-based degree combined with relevant…
Join us tonight for the July 19, 2022 Board of Trustees meeting. Public may attend this meeting in-person at the District Administration Center at 2710 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove. Members of the Public who attend the meeting in-person will need to wear facial coverings. This month’s BOT agenda: https://www.dgsd.org/wp-content/uploads/bot07-19-22agenda.pdf. Public Comment The District has an online form for the Public who wish to virtually attend or cannot attend a meeting…
07/01/2022
In observance of Independence Day, the District’s administrative office, located at 2710 Curtiss Road in Downers Grove, will be closed Monday, July 4, 2022. The District’s office will reopen at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 5. If you are a customer experiencing a sewer backup, please call us at any time at (630) 969-0664 to report the incident. We have personnel on call at all hours.
06/30/2022
Today the Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA) announced that July 1 is officially #FlushSmart day, dedicated to practicing smart flushing habits by preventing non-flushable materials from entering our wastewater systems. Downers Grove Sanitary District recognizes the observance and joins RFA in promoting smart flushing habits to help influence consumer behavior for the benefit of wastewater infrastructure and the environment. The announcement coincides with the enactment of a law that requires the…
06/23/2022
Our 2022 newsletter is now available! Read about updates on the District’s current activities, programs and more. Highlights include: District Receives Federal Funding for Curtiss Street Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Tips for Residents During Annual Sewer System Cleaning Sewer assistance programs including: Building Sanitary Service Repair Assistance Program Reimbursement Program for Sanitary Sewer Backups Caused by Public Sewer Blockages Reimbursement Program for the Installation of Overhead Sewers and Backflow Prevention Devices…
