Governor Henry McMaster recently signed a bill into law recognizing the first Monday in March as Water Professional’s Day in South Carolina.
“The ideas to recognize water, waste, water, and stormwater employees for the great work that they do above and below the surface,” Alison Rauch, Public Information Coordinator at CPW, said.
CPW Public Information Coordinator Alison Rauch says it’s important to remember the people behind the scenes who make sure Greer’s water quality is top notch.
“The environment, the economy, and our quality of life is all impacted by these employees
I think it gives a lot of recognition to some of their work that goes sight unseen. It also allows us a great opportunity to talk about the jobs that are available within this industry,” Rauch said.
CPW employees at this plant check the water hourly to ensure just that.
“This is our water filter plant we serve about 23,500 water customers within the city of Greer,” Rauch said.
Millions of gallons of water are cleaned through this facility daily. Something many don’t think about when they turn on the faucet.
“This is where water comes out of Lake Robinson and Lake Cunningham, and then it goes through through a multi step disinfection process and then it will eventually reach your home and your business,” Rauch said.
Drinking water is just part of it. Water Professionals Day recognizes those in the wastewater and stormwater industries as well. Rauch says the impact all types of water systems can have on our community is vast.
“You think about hospitals and dialysis centers those are greatly impacted by water quality, and potentially not having water,” Rauch said.
She says it’s important to thank the people in this industry not just on Water Professionals Day, but everyday.
“I mean, thanks for all that they do to ensure that we have quality services that bring those types of people to live in our community,” Rauch said.