City Of Phoenix: Phoenix Celebrates 2nd Annual Thank A Water Hero Day On September 23

Phoenix AZ

20 September, 2021

4:48 PM

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Press release from the City of Phoenix: September 20, 2021 12:07 PM Phoenix Water will observe the second annual statewide campaign, Thank a Water Hero Day, on Sept. 23, 2021, to salute the heroic services water and wastewater professionals provide to the community.  As millions of Americans continue to work remotely due to the ongoing pandemic, thousands of water employees in Phoenix and throughout Arizona leave their homes to carry out essential work that provides people with the most vital resource- water.     "Providing water and wastewater services to our community is a high priority in our desert community. We are taking this day to thank our essential workers who are part of the backbone of this city," said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. "They are work on the hottest summer days and through long overnight shifts; the work they do truly never stops. They deserve our recognition and appreciation today and every day."  The Phoenix Water leadership team will visit many of the water and wastewater treatment plants, remote facilities, and meter yards to recognize and celebrate all employees during Thank a Water Hero Day. In addition, cities throughout the state are participating in the Thank a Water Hero Day celebration.  "I could not be prouder of our Phoenix Water employees and their continued dedication during this unprecedented time. With the COVID pandemic altering our normal lives, I'm grateful for the opportunity to lead the more than 1,450 employees who never stop working to provide the essential lifeline to Phoenicians," said Water Services Director Troy Hayes.  Join us in thanking our heroes on social media with the hashtags #ThankAWaterHero, #PhoenixWater, and #AZWaterHeroes. Media are invited to attend the various site visits. Related Social Media Hashtags and Handles: #ThankAWaterHero, #AZWaterHeroes, #PhoenixWater, Keywords: Water Heroes This press release was produced by City of Phoenix. The views expressed here are the author's own.