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To protect yourself from the West Nile Virus, it is critical to empty all standing water around your home where mosquitos can breed. In particular, watch for the following locations:

Please visit Polk County's main Household Hazardous Waste website for detailed information on recycling.

Polk County conducts site evaluations for septic site approval, issues septic permit specifications when a repair, alteration, or new system is required, provides pre-cover inspections, authorizes

Polk County licenses food establishments annually, conducts two semi-annual inspections, conducts plan reviews, and provides food safety consultation.

Radon is an odorless, tasteless, colorless gas that occurs naturally from radioactive decay.

Polk County licenses public pools and spas annually, conducts two semi-annual inspections on general use pools/spas, and conducts annual investigations on seasonal use pools/spas.

A pesticide is any substance or mixture of substances intended for preventing, destroying, repelling, or mitigating any pest.

Lead poisoning is one of the leading environmental diseases affecting young children. Paint used before 1978 could contain lead.

Most materials found in homes will support the growth of mold and mildew if they become damp. Mold needs to have moisture on which to grow.

Food service workers are required to obtain a food handler card within 30 days of beginning work. Food handler cards issued in any Oregon county are valid throughout Oregon.