Weekly Observance Declared as SepticSmart in 2016
In a coordinated effort to promote awareness and education, governors and local authorities in several states have declared this week as SepticSmart Week. This special initiative is aimed at highlighting the importance of proper septic system management and maintenance.
Leaders from Alaska, Delaware, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Washington have all taken part in this national drive. The goal is to educate the public on the proper care of septic systems to safeguard public health, the environment, prevent costly repairs, and ensure effective wastewater treatment.
SepticSmart Week is a collaborative effort that encourages homeowners, septic professionals, and local officials to work together in maintaining septic systems properly. By doing so, they aim to raise awareness about the potential risks associated with failing septic systems, such as water pollution and health hazards.
The declarations serve to emphasize the need for routine septic inspections, pumping, and responsible use to extend system life and protect water quality. By taking these steps, these states aim to ensure the long-term sustainability of their water resources and the health of their citizens.
In Indiana, President DeLaney of the Town Council in Chesterton, President Norkus of the Town Council in Beverly Shores, and Chairperson Ton of the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission have all shown their support for SepticSmart Week. Meanwhile, in Porter County, the Board of Commissioners, the governing body, is also involved in the initiative.
Elsewhere, Governor Inslee of Washington, Governor Wolf of Pennsylvania, Governor Dayton of Minnesota, Governor Otter of Idaho, Governor Shumlin of Vermont, Governor Brown of Oregon, and Governor Markell of Delaware have all declared their support for SepticSmart Week. Furthermore, Chair Hancock of the Board of Commissioners in Dona Ana County, New Mexico, and Executive Director Vicari of the Storm Water Management District Board in Gary, Indiana, have also joined the effort.
In conclusion, the declarations made by these governors and local authorities underscore the critical role that septic system care plays in environmental and public health protection across these states. By working together, they hope to create a culture of septic system maintenance that will benefit both the environment and the health of their citizens for years to come.
[1] Source: EPA's SepticSmart Week website: https://www.epa.gov/septic/septicsmart-week [3] Source: National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association's SepticSmart Week website: https://www.noswa.org/septicsmart-week
Air quality and water resources are crucial concerns for the states participating in SepticSmart Week, as they aim to educate the public on proper septic system management. By conducting regular inspections, pumping, and promoting responsible use, these states hope to reduce health hazards and prevent water pollution.
In alignment with policy-and-legislation and general-news, this collaborative effort also includes politicians such as governors and local authorities, all of whom are dedicated to ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources and the health of their citizens.
