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State association honors Cochran with Gold Award for Safe Drinking Water Act compliance
Summary
The Georgia Association of Water Professionals presented Cochran with a Gold Award for 2024 Safe Drinking Water Act compliance, citing 365 days without permit violations and about 90,000 annual water-quality tests; the award advances the city toward platinum status if sustained for five consecutive years.
The Georgia Association of Water Professionals presented the City of Cochran with a Gold Award recognizing compliance with the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act for 2024. Gary McCoy, president of the association, said the award reflects 365 days without permit violations and roughly 90,000 annual water-quality tests performed by the city.
Mr. McCoy noted that receiving the gold award for five consecutive years qualifies the city for platinum status and recognized City Manager Richard Newbern and Class One Operator Brad Holtsinger for their roles in achieving the award. He encouraged the city to maintain the standards necessary to reach platinum certification.
City Manager Richard Newbern received the recognition on behalf of the city; no votes or formal actions were associated with the presentation.
