J.M. Coull recognized as OAR supporter

J.M. Coull has been recognized as an OAR supporter for its $500 donation to the Organization for the Assabet River (OAR). OAR's mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance the natural and recreational features of the Assabet River, its tributaries and watershed. The Assabet River watershed lies in the Rte. 495 high-tech corridor outside Boston, a region of sustained population and commercial growth. Closely entwined with the economic, literary, and social history of the area and our country, Congress recognized the importance of the Assabet River when it designated the lower four miles as a national Wild and Scenic River. "The Assabet River is a natural resource that has long been misused. As a kid, I used to catch all kinds of fish from the Assabet just downstream from where our offices are located today. Needless to say, we did not eat what we caught, so supporting OAR in its mission to restore water quality and the natural flow of the river has a personal meaning to me," said Andrew Coull, president of J.M. Coull. "It also ties in nicely with the design and construction industry's move towards sustainable - or "green" - design and construction practices, and with our office location right on the river's bank. Ultimately this is a big win for the environment and I'm delighted to have a chance to be part of it." 
 
"The generosity of companies like J.M. Coull provide the financial basis for advocacy, outreach, and research to benefit the Assabet River watershed," said Julia Khorana, development director at OAR. "We would like to thank J.M. Coull for its continued support of our efforts."