The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) is a countywide agency that treats wastewater and manages stormwater and flooding for Chicago and most of Cook County. Steele, a chemist, has served since 2013 and is the board’s President.
Kari K. Steele
| Office | Water Reclamation |
|---|---|
| Office | MWRD Commissioner (President) — Cook County — Term 2024–2030; elected board President in 2025; not on the 2026 ballot |
| Contact | Official Website |
| Verified | August 2026 |