South Pekin is in line for $8 million in federal funding for water supply infrastructure improvements.
The money is included in the 2026 Water Resources Development Act that passed the U.S. House last week, with support from Illinois 17th District U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen.
The Moline Democrat said the bipartisan legislation would deliver more than $25 million for projects across the district.
“Our neighbors should never have to wonder if the water they’re drinking is clean or worry their sewer system could back up at a moment’s notice,” Sorensen said in a media release.
“I’m glad that my colleagues on both sides of the aisle could join together, advance this critical legislation, and forge a path toward making a real difference in our communities.”
The $8 million would upgrade the water treatment plant and replace water mains throughout the community. The intent is to reduce the current elevated levels of manganese in the system and eliminate the associated health risks.
The legislation still awaits passage in the Senate. Congress has enacted a Water Resources Development Act every two years since 2014.
