The Board of Commissioners of the Sanitary District of Decatur, Macon County, Illinois will hold a public hearing on April 23, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Administrative Office of the District, 501 Dipper Lane, Decatur, Illinois, concerning the tentative 2025-2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance in accordance with the Illinois Municipal Budget Law, 50 ILCS […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur hereby provides public notice that an audit of its funds for the period May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024, has been made by the accounting firm of MCK CPAs & Advisors, and that a report of such audit dated October 23, 2024, has been filed with the County Clerk […]
DECATUR (October 10, 2024) FORCEMAIN REPLACEMENT UPDATE We want to keep our community informed about the ongoing road closure project. Unfortunately, the timeline has been extended, pushing the completion date back to the end of November. We understand the impact this has on your daily routines and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur is pleased to announce Patrick Owens joining the SDD team in the role of Systems Integrator and Mark Cable joining the SDD team in the role of MIS Coordinator. The Systems Integrator is responsible for designing, programming, maintaining, and integrating the District’s automation systems to provide reliable real-time and trend […]
In an era where environmental consciousness is imperative for the future of our planet, the role of educational institutions and organizations in shaping environmentally responsible citizens cannot be overstated. The Sanitary District of Decatur has taken this responsibility to heart by offering an array of innovative and impactful educational programs designed to instill environmental awareness […]
Taking the Plastics-Free Pledge can help the environment while reducing the risk of sewer backups and costly repairs By Kent Newton, SDD Executive Director Plastic waste has become a pressing environmental issue, causing harm to ecosystems and posing risks to public health. The SDD is urging residents of the Decatur area to sign on […]
The District is seeking a written Statement of Qualifications from qualified consultants to provide additional engineering services to support our Nutrient Program Management Project under agreement with Black & Veatch Corporation. This Request for Qualifications is focused on seeking the qualifications of consulting engineering services to support design improvements at the Sanitary District of Decatur […]
Safety: More than just a practice, it’s a culture at SDD By Kent Newton On Friday, July 29, 1983, a pipe at the bottom of a 20-foot-deep dewatering pit needed to be opened. The procedure was routine but not without risk. A sanitary district employee needed to climb down a ladder, maneuver over some […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur has scheduled a meeting on March 19, 2025, 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 […]
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 April 02, 2025, and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud. Bids are requested for 28% Liquid Urea-Ammonium Nitrate (UAN), Sodium […]
Understanding Property Taxes: How They Are Used To Benefit Residents In Illinois, local governments decide how much money they need to collect from taxes to fund community services, with different limitations depending on the type of government. This request for money is called a tax levy. Property taxes help pay for direct and indirect services […]
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and indulgent meals. From golden turkeys to creamy casseroles, these festive feasts leave us with full stomachs—and often, leftover fats, oils and cooking grease (FOG). While it may seem harmless to pour grease down the sink for a quick cleanup, this habit can lead to serious consequences […]
Odor control is a significant challenge for the Sanitary District of Decatur and every wastewater treatment facility in the country. Getting sewage to the treatment plant and removing contaminants is vital for safeguarding public health and the environment but can cause concentration of unpleasant odors that naturally occur along the way. Understanding the origins of […]
In accordance with the SDD’s NPDES permit, the District is preparing a Nutrient Assessment Reduction Plan (NARP). Keeping in the interest of transparency, the SDD would like to provide a copy of the draft NARP for public review and comments by December 16, 2024. Comments will be considered as the final NARP is prepared for […]
The Sanitary District of Decatur is hosting a public meeting to provide an overview of the Nutrient Assessment Reduction Plan (NARP) process, and results as required per the SDD’s NPDES permit. In the interest of convenience for our staff and stakeholders, the District will offer the ability for all parties to attend via Teams Meeting. […]
A New Chapter for the Sanitary District of Decatur: Modernizing for the Future Being over 100 years old is a pretty amazing milestone but getting here has taken careful planning and knowing when to adapt to serve the people of Macon County responsibly for that long. That’s why I’m excited about the future and a […]