Athol officials receive award for water quality

BOSTON – Recently, in honor of National Drinking Water Week, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) awarded 61 public water systems and operators for excellent service to the public.

A statement from DEP said those receiving awards “demonstrated exceptional compliance records, leading conservation efforts, and a commitment to water quality.”

Athol was among those communities receiving recognition for its water system in the Medium and Large Community Systems category.

“We have a very dedicated staff that goes that extra mile,” said Athol Public Works Director Dick Kilhart. “I’m just happy to be associated with such a great group of professionals because they really do a great job.”

“The Healey-Driscoll Administration is proud to recognize our dedicated drinking water suppliers and professionals as part of our celebration of National Drinking Water Week,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper. “Public water suppliers in Massachusetts continue to show great dedication delivering safe, clean, healthy drinking water to our residents.”

Greg Vine can be reached at gvineadn@gmail.com.

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