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BUTLER WATER COMMENDS WATER PROFESSIONALS DURING WATER WEEK
Butler Water commends the hardworking men and women who help ensure that tap water is “There When You Need It” during Drinking Water Week held May 1-7.
Butler Water, American Water Works Association and water utilities nationwide will observe Drinking Water Week by recognizing the vital role tap water plays in daily life, the infrastructure that is required to carry it to and from homes and businesses, and the important work of water professionals “behind the scenes”.
Reliable water service used for hygiene, hydration and cooking is critical to our health and safety throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Health organizations recommend that normal hygienic practices, including handwashing for 20 seconds, may play an important role in slowing the spread of germs.
“Drinking Water Week provides an opportunity to recognize our most valuable resource and the team who delivers quality on tap 24/7. We can’t minimize the importance of a healthy water supply in our daily lives,” said John Dix, BCWS General Manager. “With the pandemic and devastating storms, we reflect on the heroic work of all who place themselves in harm’s way to keep us healthy and safe. Butler Water encourages everyone to be actively aware of how they personally connect with water.”
Drinking Water Week 2022 Campaign, which is hosted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), is a national advocacy event designed to focus on issues associated with drinking water, including making sure that individuals have fresh, safe tap water and knowledge of how valuable the resource is in their daily lives. Tap water plays a critical role in the success of society, from meeting basic public health needs by providing safe drinking water and adequate sanitation, to promoting dental health and supporting industrial, agricultural, medical, and recreational activities.
“We are proud of our team at Butler Water who work around the clock to bring safe, reliable water to residences and businesses, testing the water 130,000 times a month to ensure quality,” Dix added, “This week gives us the opportunity to recognize their commitment to customers, quality service and public health.”
About Butler County Water System, Inc.
Butler Water serves a diverse blend of over 5,000 residential, agricultural, commercial and industrial water users. The system provides an average of 900,000 gallons of water each day through a network of 528 miles of pipeline in a 440-square-mile area. Butler Water draws its supply from the Green River which is then treated at the 2 million gallon per day treatment plant in Morgantown. Details about Butler Water can be found online at butlerwater.com.
ROCHESTER DAM REGIONAL WATER COMMISSION ANNOUNCES RENOVATION PROJECT COMPLETION
The Rochester Dam Regional Water Commission (RDRWC) is pleased to announce the completion of the Rochester Dam renovation project, a vital water supply to the region. With the dam preserved, the pool levels have stabilized ensuring over 50,000 residents in Ohio, Butler, Muhlenberg, and Daviess Counties with continued safe drinking water.
“We are elated to see this renovation project come to completion,” explained John Dix, Secretary for RDRWC. “Thanks to the tremendous collaboration of Ohio, Butler, and Muhlenberg counties along with Perdue Inc., Ohio County Water District, Morgantown Utilities, and Butler County Water System, the stability of this dam is secured for the protection of our water supply and the preservation of thousands of jobs in the region. The final phase involved adding a barrier to protect the dam and stabilize original water levels. The Rochester Dam, constructed in the 1830s, has served our region for nearly two centuries.”
On October 1, 2015, the RDRWC entered a twenty-five year management lease with the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to preserve the Rochester Dam, enabling RDRWC to protect and preserve the pool level. USACE provided guidance and studies over the years resulting in approved funding from strong partnerships among citizens and government officials.
“We appreciate the continued commitment from our federal, state, and local elected officials for their support to protect our water source for the region,” said Weymouth Martin, Chairman of the RDRWC. “The $4.4 million project would not have been possible without the award of a $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration. The remainder of the project costs were covered by a loan through Kentucky Rural Water Finance Corporation.”
The Rochester Dam Regional Water Commission was formed in 2013 through a collaboration of county and utility leaders serving Ohio, Butler, and Muhlenberg Counties. The mission of the RDRWC is to provide an adequate and dependable supply of water for the region which derives its water supply from Pool 3 of the Green River.
https://www.wbko.com/2021/11/12/rochester-dam-renovations-completed/
Reinforcing Healthy habits
The Wash Your Hands campaign, launches in-conjunction with Global Handwashing Day, to reinforce healthy habits within the community. The annual campaign is sponsored by Butler County Water System, Warren County Water District, Simpson County Water District and the Barren River District Health Department. This community wide Wash Your Hands campaign brings attention to proper handwashing in an effort to keep our community healthy.
“The Barren River District Health Department works to help our communities stay at their optimal health and we are always eager to form partnerships with other organizations that are interested in promoting healthy lifestyles – that’s why this alliance with Butler, Warren and Simpson Water has proven to be successful in the past. Our outreach is stronger when we band together and is even more important during a pandemic,” stated Ashley Lillard, Barren River District Health Department Director for Population Health.
The wash your hands campaign provides free mirror clings for schools, daycares, businesses and other organizations to use in their facilities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, handwashing is the single most important thing we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading illness to others.
General Manager John Dix is pleased to launch this campaign once again with BRDHD. “The fight against COVID-19 impacts everyone within our community and by reinforcing our messaging to properly wash hands for at least 20 seconds will lessen the spread with the continued reminders. Frequent and proper hand hygiene is on the most important things we can all do to prevent infection. Good health is in your hands.”
To receive free mirror clings/posters for your school/daycare, business or organization stop by the offices of Butler County Water System, Warren County Water District, Simpson County Water District or the Barren River District Health Department.
For Wash Your Hands campaign details visit www.butlerwater.com www.warrenwater.com, www.simpsonwater.com or www.barrenriverhealth.org
BUTLER WATER ART CONTEST 2021
Age Division Winners – First Place ($50), Second Place ($30), Third Place ($20)
Contest Criteria
Theme
• What water means to me
• To increase awareness among youth, educate the public about the
importance of water in our daily lives.
• In each age group, a cash prize will be awarded to first place ($50), second place
($30) and third place ($20). First, second and third place recipients for
all age divisions will have their original artwork returned to them. Winning
pieces will be featured in the 2022 Butler Water Calendar.
• Entries must be postmarked by Friday, November 12, 2021 and be a customer
of Butler County Water System. No late entries will be considered. Winners will be
notified by December 10.
• Ages 5-8
• Ages 9-11
• Ages 12-14
• Ages 15-18
• Portrays the theme and uses the words “water” and/or “most precious resource”
• Includes the image water
• Creates a neat and clean piece with recognizable subjects (not scribbles)
• Stays within the lines of the shapes/figures created
• Uses the entire 8.5 x 11 paper
• Level of skill demonstrated
• Free of spelling and grammar errors
• Educates the viewer about water in our life
• Artwork must be original
Send entry with application to:
Attn: Jill Harmon
Butler County Water System
1118 South Main Street, Suite 1
Morgantown KY 42261
BUTLER COUNTY WATER SYSTEM SUPPORTS EDUCATION
HALL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
The Butler County Water System promotes education in the water supply field by offering an annual scholarship to a graduating high school senior. Aleace Hall of Butler County High School was presented with a $1,000 scholarship to Southern Kentucky Community and Technical College for the 2021-2022 academic year.
“Aleace has demonstrated leadership and dedication as a student athlete. She maintained a 4.0 grade point average throughout her high school career and achieved benchmark on the ACT. We are excited to offer assistance as she furthers her higher education in nursing at Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College, said BCWS Board President Weymouth Martin. “This scholarship is another way that we can serve our community and our customers.”
In an effort to foster success of future water utility professionals the scholarship is offered to assist a Butler County high school senior pursuing further education in a related field. The scholarship is renewable for four years, as long as requirements are maintained.
For application and eligibility details, students should contact their high school guidance counselor or visit www.butlerwater.com.
About Butler County Water System
Butler Water serves a diverse blend of residential, agricultural, commercial and industrial water users. The system provides an average of 900,000 gallons of water each day through a network of 528 miles of pipeline in a 440-square-mile area. Butler Water draws its supply from the Green River which is then treated at its 2 million gallon per day treatment plant in Morgantown. Details about Butler Water can be found online at butlerwater.com.
BUTLER WATER COMMENDS WATER PROFESSIONALS DURING DRINKING WATER WEEK
(Morgantown, KY)- Butler Water commends the hardworking men and women who help ensure that tap water is “There When You Need It” during Drinking Water Week held May 2-8.
Butler Water, American Water Works Association and water utilities nationwide will observe Drinking Water Week by recognizing the vital role tap water plays in daily life, the infrastructure that is required to carry it to and from homes and businesses, and the important work of water professionals “behind the scenes”.
Reliable water service used for hygiene, hydration and cooking is critical to our health and safety throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Health organizations recommend that normal hygienic practices, including handwashing for 20 seconds, may play an important role in slowing the spread of germs.
“Drinking Water Week provides an opportunity to recognize our most valuable resource and the team who delivers quality on tap 24/7. We can’t minimize the importance of a healthy water supply in our daily lives,” said John Dix, BCWS General Manager.
“During these difficult times, we continually reflect on the heroic work of all who place themselves in harm’s way to keep us healthy and safe. Butler Water encourages everyone to be actively aware of how they personally connect with water.”
Drinking Water Week 2021 Campaign, which is hosted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), is a national advocacy event designed to focus on issues associated with drinking water, including making sure that individuals have fresh, safe tap water and knowledge of how valuable the resource is in their daily lives. Tap water plays a critical role in the success of society, from meeting basic public health needs by providing safe drinking water and adequate sanitation, to promoting dental health and supporting industrial, agricultural, medical, and recreational activities.
“We are proud of our team at Butler Water who work around the clock to bring safe, reliable water to residences and businesses, testing the water 130,000 times a month to ensure quality,” Dix added, “This week gives us the opportunity to recognize their commitment to customers, quality service and public health.”
About Butler County Water System, Inc.
Butler Water serves a diverse blend of residential, agricultural, commercial and industrial water users. The system provides an average of 900,000 gallons of water each day through a network of 528 miles of pipeline in a 440-square-mile area. Butler Water draws its supply from the Green River which is then treated at it’s 2 million gallon per day treatment plant in Morgantown. Details about Butler Water can be found online at butlerwater.com.
