05/08/2008
from the Kennebec Journal
Rep. Pingree hears varied proposals for health-care solutions
HALLOWELL Fire that cut communications labeled arson
MONMOUTH Police defended after slim budget rejection
State's schools chief to parley
Wasser will lead newsrooms at KJ, Sentinel and in Portland
BRIEFS
Hockey still in picture for Harrington
Portland boxer to face legend's son
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$1.3 MILLION FOR HEALTHREACH
Families Matter grows to meet special needs
Chellie Pingree listens to ideas on health care reform
FARMINGTON Rain alters plans for 4th of July
District regroups after budget failure
Vote on county budget hits snag
Burnham driver wins checkered flag at 2 tracks on same day
Maine boxer gets unique opportunity
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Each year, more than 3 million people worldwide die from preventable waterborne disease. But consumers in this country can safely drink from virtually any public water tap because all public water supplies are regularly monitored and tested for more than 100 potential contaminants, and are subject to rigorous federal and state public health standards.
A safe, sustainable water supply is fundamental to economic growth and prosperity, which, in turn, creates new jobs and an expanding local tax base. In terms of existing businesses, tap water is often critical to day-to-day operations and production.
Safe, reliable water supply and service support our country's high standard of living and unprecedented quality of life. From brewing coffee to operating a washing machine, water is essential to so many modern conveniences that we often take for granted.
To continue benefiting from the tremendous value of safe, reliable tap water and service, I urge consumers to support your local utility in gaining financial support from the federal, state, and local governments to help fund much needed infrastructure improvements and enhancements.
For further information, please contact your local water utility or visit www.newwa.org.
James W. West, President
New England Water Works Association
Holliston, Mass.




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