[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 28 (Friday, February 10, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E116]
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                  EVERGREEN RURAL WATER OF WASHINGTON

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                           HON. DAN NEWHOUSE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 10, 2023

  Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the City of 
Zillah for winning the Evergreen Rural Water of Washington's Best 
Tasting Water contest at their 2022 Fall Conference in Yakima this past 
August.
  The Evergreen Rural Water of Washington's Best Tasting Water contest 
tasted about a dozen entries from across our great state and chose the 
City of Zillah as the best tasting. earning them a spot in the national 
water taste test through the National Rural Water Association.
  The Great American Water Taste Test, which is held annually, pits the 
top water systems from each state against each other to vie for the 
title of Best Water in the USA. The water is judged on clarity, bouquet 
and taste in addition to meeting water quality regulations set by the 
state and federal governments. These include testing the water for 
pathogens and contaminants, protecting the water source from pollution. 
and employing certified water operators.
  This year, on February 8, 2023, I am proud to say the City of Zillah 
took second place in the Nation.
  It is an honor to represent the men and women of the City of Zillah. 
the Evergreen Rural Water of Washington, and all the groups who provide 
the best water and wastewater systems throughout Central Washington.

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