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Celebrating Kathryn Hasselblad — 2026 Woman of Influence

February 17, 2026

We are incredibly proud to share that our Commission President Emeritus, Kathryn Hasselblad, has been honored as a 2026 Woman of Influence by Insight Publications! This prestigious recognition shines a spotlight on leaders whose professional excellence and community impact make a lasting difference across Northeast Wisconsin.

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E-News from NEW Water (Q4 2025)

January 7, 2026

Happy New Year from NEW Water!

On behalf of all of us at NEW Water, we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. We are proud to serve Northeast Wisconsin!

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Topics: The Wave - Newsletter

In the news: Road Closures for NEW Water's Downtown Interceptors Project

January 5, 2026

As part of the Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project, there are temporary road closures and traffic impacts as work progresses through downtown Green Bay. Check out the media coverage below for details on specific closures.

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Topics: News, Downtown Interceptors

Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project - Construction Updates

November 10, 2025

Stay up-to-date with construction on the Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project. We're committed to keeping you informed throughout the project.

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Topics: Downtown Interceptors

2025 NEW Water update meetings

October 31, 2025

NEW Water update meeting: October 30, 2025

NEW Water held an update meeting on Oct. 30, topics including Strategic Financial Plan, 2026 draft budget, Capital Projects’ update, and Adaptive Management update.

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Topics: quarterly update

In the news: Green Bay Press Gazette covers NEW Water's Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project

October 20, 2025

October 2025 - NEW Water was featured in the Green Bay Press Gazette, regarding NEW Water's Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project, see story below.

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Topics: News, Downtown Interceptors

NEW Water's Green Infrastructure Initiatives

October 9, 2025

Green infrastructure initiatives are underway at NEW Water, the brand of the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District, offset in part by grant funding.

NEW Water used a $28,900 grant from the Fund for Lake Michigan to develop a Green Infrastructure Implementation Plan, identifying green initiative projects to pursue on its properties, including:

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E-News from NEW Water (Q3 2025)

September 30, 2025

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.

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Topics: The Wave - Newsletter

In the news: Spectrum News highlights NEW Water's Downtown Interceptors Renewal Project

September 24, 2025

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.

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Topics: News, Downtown Interceptors

NEW Water Update Meeting - Budget Focus 9-17-2025

September 17, 2025

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.

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Topics: quarterly update