The Environmental Health Department protects the public’s health by promoting best prevention practices through science, education, guidance and fostering public trust; and enforcement of laws and ordinances. The goal is to create a healthy and well informed public with a balanced integration of human health and environmental protection. This department:
Licenses and inspects food service establishments, swimming pools, and spas
Inspects child care, foster homes, and schools
Responds to complaints regarding sanitation and environmental health hazards
Oversees Rabies Control activities
Approves demolition, septic, and subdivision plans
Provides education to the public on a variety of environmental topics