Public Notices and Review Documents

Notice of Combined Sewer Overflow Permitted Discharge
(Posted September 20, 2023)

Public Notification Program for the Combined Sewer

The Glenbard Wastewater Authority (Authority) formed through an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Villages of Glen Ellyn and Lombard creating Regional Wastewater Treatment Facilities. Included in those facilities is the CSTF which operates under the Authority’s Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Permit numbers IL0022471-001, 002 and 003. The Village of Lombard owns and maintains a collection system that incorporates approximately seven square miles of residential and commercial development tributary to the CSTF. The Authority, has developed this web page entry to notify the public of any discharges that occur from any of the three (3) permitted outfalls associated with the CSTF. These outfalls all discharge partially treated effluent into the East Branch of the DuPage River.

The CSTF, IL Permit Number 0022471, discharged at ~ 10:10 AM, on September 16, 2023, for a period of ~ 7.25 hours, with a total discharge of 2.284 million gallons, due to a rain event of ~ 1.22″, which began on September 16, 2023 at ~ 2:45 AM, with a duration of ~ 7.25 hours.

Days are classified as 12:00p.m to 12:00p.m for permit reporting of the CSTF. If at any time you have questions regarding the discharge of the CSTF to the East Branch of the DuPage River or how the Authority treats the water, please do not hesitate to contact Authority staff at (630) 790-1901. Click here to view the Authority’s storm water plant.

Glenbard Wastewater Authority – Final Clarifier Cleaning Notice
(Posted September 6, 2023)

Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Notice to Residents near the Glenbard Wastewater Authority’s main plant on Bemis Road:

On Wednesday, September 6th, Glenbard Wastewater Authority began draining one of our final clarifier tanks. As are result, during the day, Thursday, September 7th, there is the potential for some odors as we hose it down for cleaning. The clarifier cleaning should be completed by the end of the week. This procedure is part of our normal Plant Operations in preparation for lower flows.

Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

As always, please feel free to call us for any reason at 630-790-1901 or email the Operations Superintendent, Andrew Pakosta, via email apakosta@gbww.org.

Glenbard Wastewater Authority – Requests for Proposals – Landscape Maintenance Services
(Posted August 21, 2023)

Glen Ellyn, Illinois – The Glenbard Wastewater Authority is now accepting sealed bid proposals for Landscape Maintenance Services. It is the intent of The Glenbard Wastewater Authority (“Authority”) to enter into a 3-year Agreement with a Contractor for the maintenance of Lawns, Shrubs, and Ornamental Trees at Glenbard Wastewater Authority Facilities.

Owner’s facilities shall be provided landscape maintenance services as described in the bid specifications and specific instructions contained in the bid package.

Sealed bid proposals must be received prior to 10:00 a.m. on Friday September 1st, 2023 at the Glenbard Wastewater Authority, 945 Bemis Road, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, 60137. At that time, bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. All bids shall be submitted in an opaque, sealed envelope clearly labeled to identify the bidder and the project, and marked “SEALED BID – Glenbard Wastewater Authority – Landscape Services – DO NOT OPEN”. Bids received after 10:00 am will be returned unopened. Only sealed bids will be accepted.

Bid specifications and specific instructions contained in the bid package may be obtained from GWA’s Executive Assistant, Gayle Lendabarker, via email glendabarker@gbww.org. Site visits may be scheduled upon request and should be coordinated through the Maintenance Superintendent, Jon Braga, via email jbraga@gbww.org and as specified in the bid specifications. All questions concerning the bid document or specifications must be submitted via email. A written response will then be provided to all known bidders and made available to the public. No interpretations, clarifications or addenda will be issued after the fourth day prior to the scheduled bid opening (August 28th).

Basis of Award – Proposals will be canvassed on the basis of “Total Cost”. Award will be based on the lowest, responsive, responsible proposal. This award will be made upon the recommendation of the Glenbard Wastewater Authority Executive Director to the Glenbard Wastewater Authority Executive Oversight Committee for anticipated award in September 2023. The award recipient will be expected to commence service to the Authority on March 15, 2024.

All contractors and subcontractors bidding for work involving fixed works constructed for public use, for public work, or otherwise undertaking public works, must pay prevailing wages as required by the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130).
The Glenbard Wastewater Authority reserves the right to reject or accept any Proposal and, to waive any irregularities and/or informalities in any Proposal, and to enter into an agreement consistent with law that is considered in the best interest of the Glenbard Wastewater Authority.

Glenbard Wastewater Authority – IAWA PFAS Position Statement
(Posted July 24, 2023)

Glen Ellyn, Illinois – Recently, many media headlines have been focused on Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances, also known as PFAS. PFAS substances are a group of chemicals used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist heat, oil, stains, grease, and water. These products were man-made, and have been found to have potential detrimental effects on human health.

As recent headlines have focused on the contamination of clean drinking water, or other methods that can lead to human consumption, many headlines have also made mention of how to handle PFAS that arrives to wastewater treatment plants, where it can be sent out in plant effluent, or contained in biosolids that are used for fertilizer on farm fields. State legislation has evaluated a number of different PFAS bills that could have significant impacts on operational costs at public owned treatment plants such as the Authority.

The Authority is a member of the Illinois Association of Wastewater Agencies (IAWA), an organization that represents close to 100 years of transition and growth of publicly owned wastewater treatment plants in the state of Illinois. Due to the visible presence of PFAS issues in media, and likelihood of concerned leaders and citizens, the IAWA has decided to release a position statement for sharing with the public. This statement can be viewed by clicking on the link below:

Notice Invitation to Bid for Digester Cleaning and Municipal Sludge Disposal
(Posted February 8, 2023)

Digester Cleaning and Municipal Sludge Disposal Invitation to Bid

Sealed bids for Digester Cleaning and Municipal Sludge Disposal will be received by the Glenbard Wastewater Authority, 945 Bemis Road, Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137, until 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday March 1, 2023. At that time, bids will be publicly opened and read. All bids shall be submitted in an opaque, sealed envelope clearly labeled to identify the bidder and the project, and marked “SEALED BID – Glenbard Wastewater Authority – Digester Cleaning and Municipal Sludge Disposal – DO NOT OPEN”. Bids received after 10:00 a.m. will be returned unopened. Basis of award will be determined by lowest Per Gallon Removal and Hauling Rate. This award will be made upon the recommendation of the Glenbard Wastewater Authority’s Executive Director to the Glenbard Wastewater Authority Executive Oversight Committee for anticipated award on March 9th 2023.

Bid documents may be obtained and/or examined at the offices of the Glenbard Wastewater Authority, 945 Bemis Road, Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137 Phone: (630) 790-1901, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., or by contacting Andrew Pakosta, Operations Superintendent, at apakosta@gbww.org. Upon receipt of the document, parties interested in bidding will be added to a plan holders list.

GWA will attempt to remove as much material as possible prior to contractors start date. Due to operational capabilities and other limiting factors, GWA estimates an approximate volume of 400,000 gallons will be required to be removed from digester 1. Liquid contents of the digester are to be hauled to a landfill or land applied. The selected service provider will be notified of official award on March 9, 2023, and shall have 60 days to complete the work.

The Executive Oversight Committee (EOC) of the Glenbard Wastewater Authority reserves the right to reject or accept any Proposal and, to waive any irregularities and/or informalities in any Proposal, and to enter into an agreement consistent with law that is considered in the best interest of the Glenbard Wastewater Authority.