Public Works


The Shorewood Public Works Department manages the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of all city streets, the water and sewer systems, storm sewers as well as the maintenance of all city parks and city-owned equipment.

Public Works contacts:
Office: 952.960.7914
Matt Morreim, Public Works Director, 952.960.7913
Chris Heitz, Public Works Supervisor, 952.960.7914
Andy Eslinger, Streets Inspector, 952.960.7916
Sanitary sewer or water problems: 952-292-7023 
Roadway maintenance issues: 952-292-2968

Roads
City streets are inspected and assessed annually for any needed maintenance and hazards (resurfacing and drainage). Public Works staff also inspects any received notification of hazards in streets. Call 952.960.7900 for more information or to report a street needing repair or report with SeeClickFix. Please be specific in describing the location and problem.

Issues with county roads should be reported to Hennepin County. Problems on state roads may be directed to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Snow & Ice Removal
To ensure the safety and well-being of residents, the City has developed a comprehensive Winter Operations Policy that outlines strategies for snow and ice removal.  At the heart of this policy is a commitment to providing safe and accessible roadways, sidewalks, trails and facilities for all residents. Snow and ice removal is prioritized on busier thoroughfares, followed by residential streets, pedestrian facilities, and building facilities. View/download Winter Operations Policy

Water and Sanitary Sewer:
Public Works manages all municipal water and sanitary sewer operations. Operations include maintaining city wells, water storage facilities, water mains, sanitary sewer lines and lift stations, and fire hydrants. Responsibilities also include quarterly water meter readings. All Shorewood homes have municipal sewer service; about 50% of homes have municipal water. 

After-hours sewer and water emergencies should call 952.960.7914. A staff member will return your call as soon as possible.

Billing questions should be referred to Finance, 952.960.7904.

Storm Water
Public Works manages and maintains all municipal storm sewer infrastructure. Storm sewer infrastructure includes catch basins, ponds, outlet structures, drainage swails, and other miscellaneous drainage features and structures. 
Storm Water Pollution Prevention (SWPP)
MS4 Permit

Utility Service Providers
Electricity: Xcel Energy; Electric emergency/power outage: 1.800.895.1999
Gas: CenterPoint Energy; Gas leak: 1.800.296.9815
Cable: Mediacom
Telephone: CenturyLink, Mediacom, other internet providers
Internet: CenturyLink, Mediacom
Municipal Water, Recycling, Sanitary Sewage, and Stormwater Management: City 
Know what to do in case of a power outage.

Traffic Signal Lights
If you notice a traffic signal light out or malfunctioning within the City of Shorewood city limits, please contact public works at 952.960.9714.