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| At A Glance: | The Malheur County Environmental Health Division protects community health and safeguards local natural resources through education, regulatory oversight, and code enforcement. Our team handles routine inspections, issues critical permits, provides professional consultations, and responds to community health complaints. We ensure regulatory compliance across all programs—from local dining and drinking water to solid waste management—to maintain a safe, clean environment for all residents and visitors. |
| Staff: | Richmond Petty, Director Amanda Church, Environmental Health Specialist Kelly Friend, Clerk |
| Phone: | (541)473-5186 |
| Fax: | (541)473-5580 |
| Email: | ehsupport@malheurco.org |
| Postal Address: | 251 B Street W Box#9 Vale, OR 97918 |
| Fees: | Licensed Facility Fee Schedule: Malheur County |
| Programs and Services: | Licensed Food Facilities: Permitting, pre-operational reviews, and routine health inspections for restaurants, mobile food trucks, and temporary events.
Food Safety and Training: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) training, Food Handler cards, and food safety education, codes, and fact sheets. Tourist & Pool Facilities: Public pool, hotel, and campground licensing. Licensed Facility Inspection Results: Oregon evaluates food service facilities using the Oregon Food Sanitation Rules. The Food Sanitation Rules grade violations based on whether they are Priority, Priority Foundation or Core in each food service facility. Wastewater & Septic: Septic system permits, site plan reviews, and consultations. Public Drinking Water: Water system monitoring and safety compliance. Solid Waste: Landfill oversight and waste hauling program regulations. Report a Concern: Public health complaint forms and hazard investigations. Make a Payment: Securely pay permit fees, license renewals, and service charges online. |
| Location: | The Environmental Health Office is located in the east wing on the first floor of the County Courthouse, Room 113. |
