This month we welcome a new and highly qualified Trustee to our Board of Directors, Emily Steele. Emily is the Media Communications Manager for the University of Illinois Extension and a Decatur resident. She holds a B.A. in Journalism from Eastern Illinois University and an M.S. in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences from University of […]
June, 2026 Flushable wipes have quickly become a bathroom staple, marketed as a cleaner and more convenient alternative to toilet paper. But despite their name, these wipes often create serious problems far beyond your bathroom. From plumbing disasters to environmental damage, the true cost of flushable wipes is much higher than most people realize. The […]
May 2026 The Sanitary District of Decatur (SDD) and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Counsil 31, Local 268 reached an agreement to extend the Collective Bargaining Agreement through 2030 one day before the existing agreement expired. This achievement was made possible by the dedication of the negotiating teams from both […]
April 2026 As the days get longer and temperatures rise, spring is a popular time to refresh your home—and your habits, including our team at the Sanitary District of Decatur (SDD). But for us, cleaning isn’t just about clearing clutter. It’s about protecting our water, preserving our environment, and keeping our community running efficiently. SDD […]
SDD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AUTOMATED DISCRETE ANALYZER JUNE 2026 The Sanitary District of Decatur, “District”, will accept sealed proposals for an AUTOMATED DISCRETE ANALYZER and requested accessories “Unit.” Proposals will be accepted until Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 10:00 AM local time at the Sanitary District of Decatur Administration Building when all received proposals will be […]
The Board of Commissioners of the Sanitary District of Decatur, Macon County, Illinois will hold a public hearing on May 20, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the Administrative Office of the District, 501 Dipper Lane, Decatur, Illinois, concerning the tentative 2026-2027 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance in accordance with the Illinois Municipal Budget Law, 50 ILCS […]
Attached please find a copy of the approved Winning Chemical Bids List & Tabulations for 2026. If you have any questions please contact Ashley Bailey, Director of Compliance & Innovation via email at ashleyb@sddcleanwater.org or phone: (217) 462-9324. 2026 Final Winning Chemical Bids Table and Tabulation Report – 041526
Education and Outreach: Bringing the Sanitary District of Decatur to Your Organization March 2026 Sanitary District of Decatur (SDD) plays a vital — and often behind-the-scenes — role in protecting public health, supporting economic development, and safeguarding the Sangamon River watershed. But the District doesn’t believe its work should stay behind the scenes. SDD is committed […]
On Monday, March 23, the Macon County Conservation District will be conducting a prescribed burn on the Prairie. Prescribed burns are a safe and carefully managed conservation practice used to maintain and restore native prairie ecosystems. Residents in the surrounding area may notice smoke; please be assured that the burn will be fully contained and […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur has scheduled a meeting on March 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to present information and receive comments from the public regarding the operation & maintenance plan, pollution prevention plan, & public notification concerning its combined sewer overflow treatment facilities. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the […]
Results-driven recognition received with honor at SDD Feb 2026 Strong infrastructure and environmental stewardship don’t happen by accident — they are the result of disciplined operations and smart long-term investment. The Sanitary District of Decatur is being recognized at both the national and state levels for exactly that approach, earning two prestigious honors that […]
Sealed bids for treatment plant chemicals for the Sanitary District of Decatur, Illinois will be received at the District’s office, 501 Dipper Lane, Decatur, Illinois 62522 until 10:00 a.m. local time on March 31, 2026, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. Bids are requested for 28% Liquid Urea-Ammonium Nitrate (UAN), Sodium […]