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Enviromental Health

The Environmental Health Division is involved in a wide range of activities that make public safety a priority. Environmental Health programs address all facets of daily life in order to provide an environmentally sound base for an active, healthy lifestyle. There are three "core" programs that are mandated at the County level: food sanitation, potable water monitoring, and private sewage disposal.

Fee Schedule (includes prices for food licenses, water, and sewer)

If anyone suspects they are experiencing symptoms of food or water based illness they should consult their local health care provider. Report food borne illness to the local health department within 24 hours.

Other programs offered by the Department include:

Swimming Pool Location Approval Form
Septic & Well Demolition Review Form
Refuse Hauler License Application
West Nile Virus
Solid Waste Disposal - Solid Waste Ordinance (April 2016)
Tanning Bed Inspections
Nuisance Complaint Investigation - Health Nuisances Ordinance (May 2016)

Contact Environmental Health

Programs Specialist Phone: 309-558-2840

Jason Watts, Director of Environmental Health
Office Phone: 309-558-2844
Email: Jwatts@rockislandcountyil.gov