The name Bertha, after Seattle's first female mayor, , was chosen by a panel (that included the Governor and Transportation Secretary) from 150 submissions from kindergarten through 12th graders, who were asked to submit female names with Washington state heritage. The winning entry, which was submitted by two elementary schools in and , was selected in December 2012.
[pdf] The price range for a basic borehole drilling machine can vary significantly. On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $3,000 to $30,000 for a basic machine. This price range includes both handheld and mounted machines, with the latter being more expensive.
[pdf] In conclusion, the average cost of a water drilling machine can range from $5,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the type, capacity, depth, power source, and additional features.
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