Helps to prevent disease and improve the quality of life in Jo Daviess County. Programs include:

-- Food protection.

-- Potable water supply.

-- Private sewage disposal.

Addresses nuisance complaints and complaints regarding solid waste, weeds, and junk cars.

Services include air pollution and noise monitoring, rodent and pest surveillance, radon and indoor air information (radon kits available for a small fee), and free well testing.

Issues permits and licensing for tanning beds, swimming pools, spas, septic systems, tattoo services, and wells.