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MWCD Rangers Achieve Recertification by the Ohio Law Enforcement Collaborative Distinction Represents Outstanding Professionalism in Law Enforcement Practices

The MWCD announced the appointment of David Lautenschleger to be the new Chief of Engineering

Members of the MWCD Board of Directors recently approved more than $900,000 in grants to eight organizations for new projects that will help protect against flooding and improve water quality in the Muskingum Watershed.

The MWCD announced the appointment of Peter Novotny to be the new Chief of Recreation and lead all recreation-related strategies and efforts for the District.

The MWCD announced awards from three different organizations recognizing achievements in its core missions or flood prevention and reduction, recreation, and conservation.

The MWCD Master Plan, which was enabled by revenues from Utica shale leases, has bolstered the region’s economy by nearly $1 billion through the investment of $221.9 million. It has also supported 2,606 jobs, paying out nearly $300 million in wages and benefits since its inception nine years ago.

The MWCD conservation team and park staff at Pleasant Hill Lake Park held the first annual Tire Amnesty Day on October 21, 2023. This event was created as a way to help residents properly dispose of their scrap tires for free.