The Bismarck Environmental Health division has moved its location to Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health, 500 E. Front Ave., Bismarck, effective July 1. Environmental Health was formerly located at the Fire Station on East Central Ave. “We welcome this opportunity that now brings Environmental Health services within the umbrella of the many public health services that we provide, safeguarding the health of the citizens in our community,” said Renae Moch, Director, Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health.
“These actions reflect what has been on the drawing board for a number of years and it was determined by the Fire Chief, the Director of Public Health and the City Commission that now would be a good time to make the transition in preparation for the 2016 budget process now underway,” said Keith Hunke, Assistant City Administrator.
Environmental Health is responsible for permitting and inspecting food service operations, public and semi-public swimming pools, tanning establishments, tattoo/body art establishments, lodging establishments, special pet requirements, and the vector control program. The new telephone number for Environmental Health is (701) 355-3400.
Through the transition of Environmental Health it was also determined that Weed Control, formerly located within the Environmental Health Division, would transfer to the Forestry Division of Public Works, located at 601 S 26th Street, Bismarck. The move was effective July 1. The Weed Control program manages tall grass and noxious weeds within the City of Bismarck. “This is a positive transition that makes sense and pairs the divisions with corresponding activities within related department areas,” said Jeff Heintz, Director, Public Works Service Operations. The Weed Control office can be reached at (701) 355-1747.