During their meeting Tuesday, Anderson County Council recognized Town of Williamston Public Works Director David Rogers for his service to the Town and for being named the 2023 SC Rural Water Association System Manager of the Year.
Rogers began work with the Town in the Public Works department one week after graduating high school and still serves the town 48 years later.
He and the Department are responsible for all DHEC reporting, sampling, repairs, and lead and copper compliance while overseeing all water, sewer, public works, sanitation, parks and recreation, and risk management for the Town’s system.
Rogers has been involved in several large projects including the replacement of all meters with AMI radio read meters and the development of an emergency management plan.
He has earned “A”-level licenses in water treatment, water distribution, and additional licenses in biological wastewater and wastewater collections.
Rogers is described as “very community-oriented,” and “a great asset to the Town of Williamston and its residents.”
He is the longest-serving fulltime employee the Town has had. He has also served with the local EMS department and currently serves with the fire department.
PHOTO – County honors David Rogers
Town of Williamston Public Works Director David Rogers was recognized Tuesday by Anderson County Council for his service to the Town and for recently being named the 2023 SC Rural Water Association System Manager of the Year. Pictured (l-r) are: County Councilmember John B. Wright, Jr (Dist. 1); Greg Elgin (Dist.3) Cindy Wilson (Dist. 7), David Rogers; Pam Rogers, Glenn Davis (Dist. 2); Vice Chairman Brett Sanders (Dist, 4); Chairman Tommy Dunn (Dist. 5)
