Great Neck, N.Y. (March 26, 2019) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District is reminding residents to avoid flushing wet wipes down the toilet and instead urging them to dispose of these materials in the trash.
Press Releases
GNWPCD Welcomes Councilwoman Veronica Lurvey
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District recently welcomed newly appointed Town of North Hempstead Councilwoman Veronica Lurvey to its state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility.
GNWPCD Commissioner Katz Visits Great Neck Synagogue
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Commissioner Patty Katz recently visited members of the Great Neck Synagogue to discuss the numerous projects and initiatives happening at the wastewater treatment center.
Reiter Sworn in as GNWPCD Commissioner
Great Neck, NY (January 14, 2019) - Following his successful reelection on December 11, 2018, Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Commissioner Steve Reiter was sworn-in for a third term at a recent Board of Commissioners meeting.
Distinction Spotlights District as Industry Leader in Wastewater Treatment
Great Neck, NY. (November 15, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District recently received the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (NYSDEC) Environmental Excellence Award, which recognizes projects that demonstrate state-of-the-art...
GNWPCD Teaches Local Students about Wastewater Treatment
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District recently welcomed students from Great Neck South High School for a tour of the District's facility at 236 East Shore Road.
GNWPCD Severe Weather Plan Works to Mitigate Impact of Potential Emergencies
Great Neck, N.Y. (September 21, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) continues to maintain an updated severe weather plan aimed at combating the potential impacts of severe weather at the wastewater treatment center.
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Welcomes Local Officials and Organizations to Facility
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently welcomed Nassau County Legislator Ellen Birnbaum, Town Councilwoman Lee Seeman and representatives from Reach Out America, the Great Neck Breast Cancer Coalition and North Shore Action for an...
GNWPCD Welcomes Assembly Speaker Heastie, Assemblyman D’Urso and Local Officials
Great Neck, NY (August 2, 2018) – The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently hosted New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblyman Anthony D’Urso for a presentation and tour of the District’s environmentally-friendly and...
GNWPCD Partners With Local Restaurants in Protecting Local Environment
Great Neck, NY (July 2, 2018) – The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District recently announced that it will be issuing decals to local restaurants acknowledging their efforts to protect the community’s vital wastewater system by collecting hazardous fats, roots,...
GNWPCD Collects over 200 Pounds of Pharmaceuticals
Great Neck, NY (June 8, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District collected over 200 pounds of unused and expired medications at its second free medical disposal drive-thru event-Shed the Meds-on Sunday, June 3.
GNWPCD Enhances Environmental Initiatives through Beautification Projects
Great Neck, NY (June 8, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District has recently continued its expansive environmental initiatives through a series of beautification projects at the District's 236 East Shore Road treatment center.
GNWPCD Invites Residents to its Second Shed the Meds Event
Great Neck, NY (May 21, 2018) - The Great Neck Water pollution Control District encourages all Town of North Hempstead residents to utilize the District's free medication disposal drive-thru on Sunday June 3 - open from 10:30 a.m. to 1:20 p.m.
GNWPCD Continues Water Conservation Efforts at Treatment Center
Great Neck, NY (April 11, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District is continuing its' investments into conservation technologies-advancing initiatives that conserve water at all the District's facilities.
GNWPCD Adds Significant Enhancements at No Added Cost to Taxpayers
Great Neck, NY (April 3, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Board of Commissioners announced today that, due to careful financial planning and aggressive efforts to pursue grant funding, it plans to accelerate the schedule on a number of upgrades...
Commissioner Katz Honored at Nassau County Legislative Breakfast
Great Neck, NY (March 14, 2018 - Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) Commissioner Patty Katz was recently honored at the Nassau County Legislature's 20th Annual Women's History Awards Ceremony.
Landsberg Sworn in as GNWPCD Commissioner
Great Neck, NY (January 8, 2018) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District announced today that Jerry Landsberg has been sworn-in for a fourth term as Commissioner, following his successful reelection on December 5, 2017.
South AP Environmental Classes Tour GNWPCD
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently welcomed two Great Neck South High School Advanced Placement (AP) Environmental Science classes to tour the wastewater treatment facility.
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Welcomes Local High School Students to Facility
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD)recently welcomed two Great Neck South High School Advanced Placement Environmental Science classes to tour the wastewater treatment facility.
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Invites Residents to Shed the Meds
Great Neck, N.Y. – (August, 2017) – Great Neck residents are urged to take advantage of a free medical disposal drive-thru on September 17, 2017, the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) announced today. In partnership with Reach Out America, Great...
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Teaches Local Students About Wastewater Treatment
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District's (GNWPCD) Superintendent Christopher Murphy recently hosted students from Floral Park Memorial High School to tour the District's wastewater treatment facility and learn about wastewater management.
GNWPCD Commissioners Welcome Art Contest Winners to Sewer District Headquarters
Great Neck, NY (June 2, 2017) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently welcomed the winners of its "Prevent Clogs from F.R.O.G.s" art contest to District headquarters, located at 236 East Shore Road.
Sewer District Announces Winners of “Prevent Clogs from F.R.O.G.s” Art Contest
Great Neck, NY (April 27, 2017) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) today announced the winners of its "Prevent Clogs from F.R.O.G.s" art contest to raise awareness about common sewer pipe problems.
Sewer District Offers Tour of Eco-Friendly Plant for Local Students
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently invited New York Institute of Technology students to tour the District's facility at 236 East Shore Road, Great Neck, N.Y., one of the most environmentally conscious wastewater treatment plants in the...
GNWPCD Welcomes Students to Tour Facility
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently welcomed students from North Shore High School, of Glen Head, for a presentation and tour of the sewer district facility.
Commissioner Katz Honored
Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) Commissioner Patty Katz was recently honored at the Nassau County Comptroller's Inaugural Women Breaking Grand celebration.
District Receives 2016 ACEC New York Engineering Excellence Award
Great Neck, N.Y. (July 29, 2016) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently received the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) New York Engineering Excellence Platinum Award.
District Announces Update to Severe Weather Plan
Great Neck, N.Y. (July 15, 2016) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently updated its Severe Weather Plan in an effort to reduce the impact of any severe weather that may impact District operations.
Safe Disposal of Medicines
Great Neck, NY (June 23, 2016) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) is renewing a successful initiative to reduce the harmful flushing of pharmaceutical waste in an effort to protect the environment and reduce groundwater infiltration.
GNWPCD Welcomes North Shore Hebrew Academy
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently invited North Shore Hebrew Academy students to the District's East Shore Road facility, one of the most environmentally conscious wastewater treatment plants in the Northeast.
Sewer District Pursues ADA Compliance with $50,000 Grant
Great Neck, N.Y. (February 18, 2016) – The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently announced the District was awarded a grant of $50,000 from the Nassau County Community Revitalization Program. The grant is to pursue construction projects...
GNWPCD Secures $500K in New York State Grant Funding
Great Neck, NY (January 13, 2016) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently announced being awarded a grant of $500,000 from the New York State Economic Development Council to pursue construction on an anaerobic digester upgrade and grease...
GNWPCD Welcomes Hofstra Students to Tour Plant
The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently welcomed 10 Hofstra University environmental science students to the East Shore Road facility, the most environmentally conscious wastewater treatment plant in the Northeast.
GNWPCD Announces No Tax Levy Increase for Residents in 2016
Great Neck, N.Y. (October 1, 2015) – The tax levy for residents in 2016 will not be raised, the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently announced. The Expense Budget will remain the same under the just approved 2016 budget as it was in 2015.
District Announces Cost Savings from Recent Plant Upgrades
Great Neck, N.Y. (September 10, 2015) – The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently announced more than $108,000 in cost savings from the new microturbine plant improvements between the months of January and June, 2015, compared to the same time...
District Invites Property Owners to Apply for New Sewer Connections
Great Neck, N.Y. (August 2015) - The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) recently approved several new commercial and residential property connections to the District's sewage collection system.
GNWPCD Invites North Shore High School Students on Plant Tour
GNWPCD invited North Shore high school students on a tour of the District's wastewater treatment facility.
District Urges Residents ‘Don’t Flush the Wipes’
Great Neck, N.Y. (March 30, 2015) – The Great Neck Water Pollution Control District (GNWPCD) urged residents today not to flush wet wipes down the toilet and instead dispose of them in the trash. The announcement comes after a sharp rise in damage to plumbing and...
Grease-to-fuel-boost Newsday December 2014
Turning cooking oil from burgers, fries and woks of sesame chicken into fuel is on the menu in North Hempstead, with a state grant to help fund a proposed grease-receiving station.
District Looking to Collect Record Amount of Turkey Grease
Great Neck, NY (November 20, 2014) – This November, the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District will again be collecting used cooking oil left over from Thanksgiving, such as the oil leftover from turkey deep-fryers as part of the District’s Food to Fuel®...