Commissioners honor BASF, Rogers

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Commissioners honor BASF, Rogers

Posted Monday, September 29, 2008

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From left, commissioners Jack Harris and Mary Ruth Rhodenbaugh; Art Colwell of BASF; County Judge Joe King; Sharon Rogers; and commissioners Donald "Dude" Payne and Matt Sebesta.

The 50th anniversary of BASF and the efforts of Sharon Rogers, a long-time BASF employee, were subjects of proclamations approved by Brazoria County Commissioners Court recently.

BASF was described as "a vital and valuable asset to Brazoria County for decades," as well as being one of the key manufacturing facilities in North America.

The court noted that the company "faithfully supports numerous Brazoria County civic organizations as one of Texas' most prominent corporations.

BASF Freeport provides the foundation for a strong, diversified economic base employing more than 640 employees and about 540 contractors, while having an annual economic impact in excess of $521 million, the proclamation states.

The company's long history of outstanding safety performance, its ISO certification, and its recent recognition for "Distinguished Service" in receipt of the Meritorious Safety Performance Award by the National Petrochemical and Refiners Association were also noted.

"We look forward to another 50 years of BASF as part of the Brazoria County Community and salute this exemplary corporation with warmest regards," the proclamation states.

Rogers, who moved to Freeport in 1961 and was educated in local schools, began her career at BASF in 1968 and quickly found herself involved in several service functions.

"Her devotion, dedication, loyalty and excellent focusing abilities, along with a strong work ethic led to many assignments in the forty years she spent with her single employer, BASF," the proclamation states, adding, "Her efforts always achieved outstanding results."

The court stated that Rogers "has woven herself into the fabric of Brazoria County," and that she "has become the face of BASF."

The proclamation notes that community involvement has been not only a "job" but also a "way of life" for Rogers, who has spent many hours of her own time to help Brazoria County's communities be all they could be.

Her passions include Brazosport Regional Health System, Brazosport College, Lake Jackson First Baptist Church, Habitat for Humanity of Southern Brazoria County, and United Way of Brazoria County.

The proclamation expressed appreciation to Rogers, "a truly remarkable treasure" of Brazoria County.