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Household Hazardous Waste

https://www.co.polk.or.us/sites/default/files/filefield_paths/hhw_acceptance_form_2022_1.pdfWhat is Hazardous Waste?

Many household products used in your yard and home contain chemicals that are dangerous to people, pets, fish and wildlife.

West Nile Virus

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:

Septic Systems

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

School, Daycare & Group Home Inspections

Polk County provides annual inspections on request.

Food Service Regulations

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

Radon Information

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

Public Pool/Tourist Facility Program

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.

Pesticide Poisoning Prevention

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

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