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2023 SIMPSON WATER ART CONTEST – WHAT WATER MEANS TO ME
Simpson County Water District is excited to launch the third annual art contest open to grades kindergarten through high school. We will have 4 divisions and within each grade division Visa card awards will be given to first, second and third place. Winning pieces will be featured on social media and on display within our lobby.
The attached outline provides all the specifics regarding the contest along with the application. All entries are due by Saturday, September 30. We look forward to an overwhelming response as we work together to bring awareness and protect our most precious resource – WATER.
All questions can be submitted to Jill Harmon at jillh@simpsonwater.com. Thank you in advance.
Value Water. Value Our Future.
For more information, please visit the Art Contest page.
SIMPSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT SUPPORTS EDUCATION
The Simpson County Water District promotes education in the water supply field by offering an annual scholarship. Mollie Fowler of Franklin-Simpson High School was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Western Kentucky University for the 2023-2024 academic year.
“Mollie has demonstrated leadership and dedication with her academic achievement leading to a 4.1 GPA while supporting extracurricular activities,” said SCWD General Manager Jacob Cuarta. “She served as the varsity swim team captain, class secretary & treasurer and was a two-time all-state academic athlete award recipient. We are excited to offer assistance as she furthers her higher education. This scholarship is another way we can serve our community and our customers.”
In an effort to foster success of future water and sewer utility professionals, the scholarship is offered to assist a Simpson County high school senior pursuing further education in a related field. The scholarship is renewable for four years, as long as requirements are maintained.
For application and eligibility details, students should contact their high school guidance counselor or visit www.simpsonwater.com.
About Simpson County Water District
Simpson Water is a public water utility serving more than 3,600 customers and transporting over 1.0 million gallons a day throughout Simpson County. The system includes over 400 miles of pipeline in the Simpson Water service area, which spans 260 square miles. For more information visit www.simpsonwater.com.
SIMPSON WATER CELEBRATES DRINKING WATER WEEK
Simpson Water will join water utilities across the country to celebrate Drinking Water Week (May 7-13) by recognizing the vital role tap water plays in daily life, the infrastructure that is required to carry it to and from homes and businesses, and the important work of water professionals “behind the scenes” to provide reliable water service.
“Drinking Water Week provides an opportunity to recognize our most valuable resource and the team who delivers quality on tap 24/7. We can’t minimize the importance of a healthy water supply in our daily lives,” said Jacob Cuarta, Simpson County Water District General Manager. “With the past few years, we reflect on the heroic work of all who place themselves in harm’s way to keep us healthy and safe. Simpson Water encourages everyone to be actively aware of how they personally connect with water.”
To celebrate with the younger generation, Simpson Water will host a coloring contest. First, second and third graders will be eligible to participate. Details can be found online at www.simpsonwater.com or visit Simpson Water’s office to receive an official coloring sheet. The entry deadline is May 19.
Drinking Water Week 2023 Campaign, which is hosted by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), is a national advocacy event designed to focus on issues associated with drinking water, including making sure that individuals have fresh, safe tap water and knowledge of how valuable the resource is in their daily lives. Tap water plays a critical role in the success of society, from meeting basic public health needs by providing safe drinking water and adequate sanitation, to promoting dental health and supporting industrial, agricultural, medical, and recreational activities.
“We are proud of our team at Simpson Water who work around the clock to bring safe, reliable water to residences and businesses, testing the water over 1,000,000 times a year to ensure quality,” Cuarta added, “This week gives us the opportunity to recognize their commitment to customers, quality service and public health. The coloring contest of our favorite mascot, Splash is a fun way to incorporate the future generation of water professionals and environmental stewards.”
About Simpson County Water District
Simpson Water is a public water utility serving more than 3,600 customers and transporting over 1.0 million gallons a day throughout Simpson County. The system includes over 400 miles of pipeline in the Simpson Water service area, which spans 260 square miles. For more information visit www.simpsonwater.com.
NATIONAL DRINKING WATER WEEK COLORING CONTEST
SIMPSON COUNTY WATER DISTRICT RECEIVES FUNDS
The Simpson County Water District received $314,221 from the American Recovery Plan Act also known as the Clean Water Program as part of Governor Andy Beshear’s Better Kentucky Plan. Gov. Beshear joined local officials in Simpson County on February 24 to distribute funds to the City of Franklin and Simpson Water.
“The funding announced will help us replace leak-prone water mains,” said Jacob Cuarta, general manager of the Simpson County Water District. “This project will improve service to our customers and improve their daily lives. We’ll celebrate these funds and continue our work to bring clean water to the residents of Simpson County.”
About Simpson County Water District
Simpson Water is a public water utility serving more than 3,500 customers and transporting over 1.0 million gallons a day throughout Simpson County. The system includes over 370 miles of pipeline in the Simpson Water service area, which spans 260 square miles. For more information visit www.simpsonwater.com.
SALES TAX LAW CHANGE
In the 2022 legislative session, Kentucky lawmakers enacted a change to sales tax laws. Beginning January 1, 2023, only a person’s “domicile” (primary residence) will be exempt from sales tax on utility services, including water bills. Kentucky will begin imposing a sales tax on other properties as of January 1, 2023.
If you are an existing customer with only ONE residential service address, your service address will be considered your “domicile” and will be exempt from sales tax. You are not required to file a form or contact our office.
The following person(s) must file Form 51A380 Declaration of Domicile
- Existing customers with two or more service addresses must declare which service location is their “domicile” address.
- New customers who establish service after January 1, 2023.
- Landlords who operate a single-family rental unit must submit a declaration signed by the tenant.
Available here is Form 51A380 Declaration of Domicile issued by the Department of Revenue for utility customers to declare whether the address listed on their bill is their primary residence. The completed declaration form can be delivered to our office address at 108 Morgantown Rd, Franklin, KY 42135; or mailed to P.O. Box 657, Franklin, KY 42135; or emailed to info@simpsonwater.com
Information on the sales tax law change can be found on the Department of Revenue website here.