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City of Punta Gorda in Florida wins 2003 Safe Drinking Water Act Execllence Award

Release Date: 09/16/2003
Contact Information: DAWN HARRIS-YOUNG, EPA MEDIA RELATIONS, 404-562-8421

On Wednesday, September 17, 2003, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will award the City of Punta Gorda with the 2003 Safe Drinking Water Act Excellence Award for the Large Surface Water category. The goals of the Excellence Award are to recognize and award water systems that are demonstrating their commitment to compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act through outstanding operations and maintenance practices; to heighten overall public awareness of the contributions of public water supplies for ensuring adequate and safe drinking water; and to encourage public support for maintaining this exemplary status. WHO: U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY & PUNTA GORDA CITY OFFICIALS WHAT: 2003 SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT EXCELLENCE AWARD WHEN: SEPTEMBER 17, 2003 AT 9:00 A.M. WHERE: CITY HALL 326 WEST MARION AVENUE PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA