The City of Martinsville is proud to announce that its Water Treatment Plant has been awarded the 2024 Virginia Optimization Program (VOP) Gold Standard of Excellence by the Virginia Department of Health’s Office of Drinking Water. The award was officially presented on April 10, 2025, recognizing the facility’s outstanding commitment to water quality and public health.
The Virginia Optimization Program, established in 2004, is a voluntary initiative designed to encourage water treatment facilities across the Commonwealth to go above and beyond regulatory compliance. The program focuses on enhancing the performance and sustainability of waterworks operations while increasing the protection of public health.
Martinsville’s Water Resources Department has voluntarily committed to operating its treatment facility at a level that meets or exceeds all optimization goals outlined by the VOP. This proactive approach not only strengthens public health protections but also promotes the efficient use of resources and long-term sustainability for the community.
The City extends its sincere congratulations and gratitude to the following individuals for their exceptional efforts in achieving this honor:
- Andrew Reavis, Water Plant Manager
- Brandon Knight, Lab Manager
- Jeffery Hodges, Class I Waterworks Operator
- Brandon Cannaday, Class II Waterworks Operator
- Jacob Lemons, Class II Waterworks Operator
- Tony Hurd, Waterworks Operator Trainee
- Larry Barrett, Treatment Plant Maintenance Supervisor
- Randy Millner, Plant Mechanic II
Their unwavering commitment to excellence exemplifies the City of Martinsville’s mission to provide reliable, high-quality public services to its residents.