Public Hearing For Nestle’s Water Pumping Scheduled

Ahead of a public hearing on Nestle Waters’ request to pump more water out of the Great Lakes, two state lawmakers are expected to introduce resolutions urging the state to reject the request.

Nestle wants to increase pumping operations at its Evart facility.

Muskegon democrat Terry Sabo says there isn’t enough information at this time to understand the potential impact of increase pumping.

Nestle wants to double the amount of water for its Ice Mountain brand.

A public hearing is planned for April 12th at Ferris State University in Big Rapids.

Comments on the application can be submitted until April 21st.