This text was obtained via automated optical character recognition.
It has not been edited and may therefore contain several errors.

---

THE SEA COAST ECHO • HANCOCK TODAY
THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 2000 • 27
Water
Continued from Page 19
Shrimp boats on the Jourdan River
Echo staff photo by Donna J. Strath
Guardian
Continued from Page 3
ner was awarded the trophy, a nine-minute narrated video presentation showed the various projects in progress
Giattina told delegates he is sometimes so involved in the details of the Gulf of Mexico Program that he loses sight of what must happen to make it work.
"The more people understand about the environment, the more effective a program is," said Giattina.
He said the projects being recognized at the luncheon represented the cooperative efforts of the private and public sectors.
Giattina said the Guardian of the Gulf Awards were developed to recognize innovation and concerted efforts to preserve and enhance the Gulf of Mexico, which flows through the states of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas.
"You're making a little bit of history," he told the groups that were recognized. "You are truly trail blazers in helping the country to
protect the Gulf of Mexico."
Giattina said the awards recognize the fact that, "everyday, ordinary people take extraordinary efforts to protect the Gulf. Their work will leave behind a legacy of environmental stewardship that will benefit generations to come."
District 3 Supervisor Lisa Cowand, who serves as vice-president of Hancock County's Board of Supervisors, said the award recognizes the fact that, "We in Hancock County recognize the importance of a healthy environment which directly affects our quality of life and the sustainability of a growing, progressive community."
She said the success of Hancock's sewerage program was also due to funding and cooperation from various agencies, including the Rural Development Administration, Mississippi's Department of Marine Resources, Department of Environmental Quality and others.
FORECLOSURE, BANKRUPTCY, CREDIT PROBLEM, NO PROBLEM!
“YOU’RE APPROVED HOTLINE!” 1-800-487-0751
TOLL FREE 24HRS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK!
DON’T WAIT! SE HABLA ESPANOL!
Jewelry is our Business ... and has been for 34 years!
Bayou Jewelers & Watch Repair offers customers the finest in diamonds and gem stones, watches, gold and silver jewelry.
* Certified Gemologist * Appraisals
IN-HOUSE EXPERT JEWELRY & WATCH REPAIR
IBay^Jeweiers & Watch Repair.
... proud to be of service in Hancock County!
Water Tower Plaza (next to police station) 634 HWY 90 Waveland
Hancock Volunteer Fire Department.
Mandis Tank of Batesville, Miss., was low bidder on the tank at $260,875.
The district landed a $1.2 million outright grant from the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Program for the construction program.
The RDA loaned the district another $800,000 at a low interest rate.
The district plans to request more RDA money to continue extending water lines in the next round of federal funding.
Newton said estimates are the first phase of the water system should be completed by March of next year.
PASS
WHOLESALE SUPPLY
Jacuzzi Whirlpools, Moen Faucets '& Stainless Sinks,RUUD Water Heaters
Garbage Disposal * Water Coolers ”	Sewerage	Grinders	•	Ibilete • Pipe* Tubs
Valves & Fittings FREE DELIVERY AVAILABLE
Hours: 7am - 5pm Mon-Fri • 9am - Noon Sat
306-10 Fleitas Ave. • Pass Christian
(228) 452-4616
M.
-re
I	(we’re there)
whenever
you need care
At Gulf South Urgent Carer we’re here to bring you the highest quality care for minor injuries and illnesses. Our extended hours are from 10 am - 8 pm every day, with physicians, lab tests and X-rays available on-site. And walk right in, since no appointment is necessary . When it’s important enough to see a doctor... but it’s not an emeigency.. .come see us at Gulf South Urgent Care!"
Gulf South Urgent Care1'
852 Highway 90, Bay Sl Louis, Mississippi
(228) 463-1900
*