NEW Water News

In Honor of Dr. Harold “Jack” Day

We are saddened to share the news that Dr. Harold “Jack” Day, NEW Water former Commissioner, passed away on August 31. Dr. Day was Professor Emeritus of University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and served as both Commissioner and later Commission President at NEW Water. Dr. Day was a true visionary, deeply passionate about protecting water.

September 2025 - NEW Water was featured on Spectrum News for the Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project, a construction project in the City of Green Bay and Village of Allouez to upgrade nearly 100-year-old sewer pipes.

NEW Water held an update meeting on Sept. 17, with a focus on the budget, including a Budget 101, as well as a presentation on the draft 2026 Budget. See the presentation here.

As part of our Facility Plan, contractors will soon begin work to upgrade the Pumping & Headworks systems at the De Pere Facility (DPF). This $24 million project will replace aging equipment used for pumping, screening, and grit removal.

August 2025 - NEW Water was featured on Fox 11 for the Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project, a construction project to upgrade nearly 100-year-old sewer pipes in the City of Green Bay and Village of Allouez.

STEAM Superheroes suit up to protect the Bay once again.

The next generation of water protectors rose to the challenge at the 2025 STEAM Superheroes Camp, hosted by NEW Water, the brand of the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay. The camp was a two-day event that gave local youth a chance to explore the wonders of water while stepping into the roles of superheroes to help to defend area waterways.

Longtime Wisconsin Utility Executive Enters NACWA’s Hall of Fame

(COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – July 23, 2025) – The National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) honored the recipients of the 2025 NACWA Peak Performance Awards, and inducted a utility executive into its Hall of Fame, at a ceremony during NACWA’s 2025 Utility Leadership Conference in Colorado Springs, Colo. 

2025 Summer Basin Buzz Edition - The Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance's latest "Basin Buzz" newsletter is out, and this Summer 2025 Edition highlights updates from NEW Water's Watershed Program.

In this issue, you'll find updates on NEW Water's ongoing efforts in Ashwaubenon and Dutchman Creek Watersheds. Read about the updates >>

Check out the Summer 2025 Basin Buzz >>

July 2025 - NEW Water was featured on WFRV for the Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project, a $29 million effort to upgrade nearly 100-year-old sewer pipes in the City of Green Bay and Village of Allouez. The project aims to extend the system’s lifespan, protect public health, and ensure reliable service for the community.