Health Department

Functions:

Issues Department of Health licenses to food establishments.

Conducts routine inspections of Food Establishments, monitors Food Handler licenses.

Responds to complaints of Insects, rodents, garbage, mold, heat complaints, unsanitary conditions.

Dog Bite incidents - Quarantine notices, Follow-up with veterinarians to ensure the animal is healthy. (Not rabid).

Conducts rabies clinic annually.

Well baby clinic - Letters to new parents advising of free vaccinations for babies and children.

Unlicensed dogs - Post Card reminders and follow up letters to dog owners. Issue summonses.

Lead Safety

For important information on lead and lead poisoning, please visit: https://www.epa.gov/lead .

Make sure lead safety is a part of your renovation and be sure to visit the EPA site for information that is important for your family’s health.