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Shorewood staff say village could receive Lake Michigan water by 2030; 5 million-gallon storage facility planned

Citizens’ Advisory Committee · March 26, 2026
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Summary

Public Works Director Noriel Norega told the committee Shorewood anticipates receiving Lake Michigan water in 2030 and described a new 5 million-gallon storage tank under construction on village property.

Public Works Director Noriel Norega reported that Shorewood is anticipated to begin receiving Lake Michigan water in 2030. He described a new storage facility under construction on Public Works property intended to hold approximately five million gallons of water to support the system.

Norega's comments followed a Grand Prairie Water Commission pamphlet staff noted was available online outlining stages and timelines for regional Lake Michigan water delivery. Staff did not provide firm contract or funding details at the meeting and described the 2030 date as an anticipated start rather than a guaranteed service date.