Okatie, SC (May 4, 2011) —Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority is recognizing National Drinking Water Week 2011 by holding its annual Customer Appreciation event this week. This is an annual celebration of our most precious natural resource and recognition of all our customers. This year’s Drinking Water Week theme is “Water: Celebrate The Essential”, drawing special attention to the important role that water plays in our daily lives. Customers are invited to stop by at the BJWSA Administrative Building located at 6 Snake Road in Okatie for light refreshments. Staff members will also be available to answer questions about BJWSA and our drinking water. Activities begin daily at 9:00 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Matthew Brady, Communications Manager at 987-9213 or by email at matthewb@bjwsa.org

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