Chicago Bureau of Sanitation

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The James W Jardine Water Purification Plant in Chicago, IL is a vital infrastructure department that operates under the direction of a Commissioner appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Chicago City Council. Their primary function is the purification and transmission of potable water to the homes and businesses of Chicago and 126 suburban communities, while also being responsible for the transmission of effluent for treatment. Adhering to strict potable water standards set forth by federal and state environmental protection agencies, the department employs over 2,100 full-time personnel and has a substantial annual operating budget. With administrative offices located at the DePaul Center and the James W. Jardine Water Purification Plant, the department is committed to providing the highest level of professional services to meet the needs of their customers now and for future generations. Their organizational structure includes a Commissioner, First Deputy Commissioner, Managing Deputy Commissioners, and Deputy Commissioners who oversee various bureaus and divisions within the department.Generated from the website