| Proposed Changes to the Public Health Schedule of Charges |
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Skagit County Public Health is seeking feedback on proposed changes to its Schedule of Charges that would take effect January 1, 2027.
The proposed changes include fee increases for select Environmental Health services, including Retail Food Safety, On-Site Sewage, Drinking Water, and miscellaneous Environmental Health services with hourly rates. Updates to some Vital Records charges are also proposed.
The changes are intended to better align fees with the cost of providing services and support the long-term sustainability of these programs.
View the proposed Schedule of Charges.
We encourage you to review the proposed fee schedules and share your questions, comments, and feedback through any of the opportunities described below.
Community Engagement Sessions
Monday, September 21, from 3:00–4:30 PM
- Attend in-person: Skagit County Public Health, 301 Valley Mall Way, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
- Join virtually: Meeting ID: 266 316 343 145 427, Passcode: 9w9Ma39S
- Dial in by phone: +1 323-553-1010, Phone conference ID: 765 682 695#
Tuesday, September 22, from 9:00–10:30 AM
- Attend in-person: Skagit County Public Health, 301 Valley Mall Way, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
- Join virtually: Meeting ID: 292 607 610 279 207, Passcode: Q6Ks6dk6
- Dial in by phone: +1 323-553-1010, Phone conference ID: 520 096 471#
Public Hearing
The Skagit County Board of Health will hold a formal public hearing on Monday, October 5, from 2:00–3:00 PM.
- Attend in-person: Skagit County Administration Building, 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
- Join virtually: Meeting ID: 266 316 343 145 427, Passcode: 9w9Ma39S
Written Comments
Written comments may also be submitted September 8 through October 5 by mail or email:
- By mail: Skagit County Public Health – Environmental Health, 301 Valley Mall Way, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
- By email: eh@skagitcountywa.gov
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Skagit County Code Chapter 12.05 (effective October 1, 2025)
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The Skagit County Board of Health approved revisions to the Skagit County Code Chapter 12.05 related to on-site sewage systems. The revised code takes effect October 1, 2025.
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Skagit County Public Health Schedule of Charges (effective February 1, 2026)
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The Skagit County Board of Health approved the current Schedule of Charges on January 14, 2025. The current fees are effective February 1, 2026.
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Safely Dispose of Unwanted/Expired Medicine
Safely drop off or mail-back your unwanted/unused medicine for free! Learn more here..
Food Safety Recalls
From caramel apples to walnuts be aware of food safety recalls.
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| Septic Systems Assistance |
Financial Assistance for On-Site Septic Systems
Learn more about financial assistance available for on-site septic system owners here.
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| Recreational Shellfish Harvesting |
| Before harvesting shellfish, remember to always check the current beach closures posted on the Shellfish Safety Map or the Marine Biotoxin Bulletin or by calling the Marine Biotoxin Hotline at 1-800-562-5632. |
| Wildfire and Smoke Information |
For current recommendations and monitoring information see the Washington Smoke blog .
Particulates from wildfire smoke can have serious health impacts, particularly for those with heart or lung conditions and asthma. at Washington State Department of Health provides guidance on hazards from wildfire smoke and COVID-19.
Public Health Insider from King County
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What you can do:
- Report sick/dead domestic birds to Washington State Department of Agriculture's Avian Health Program: 1-800-606-3056.
- Report online sick/dead wild birds suspected of avian flu to the Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife.
- Bird hunters should follow standard safety steps to avoid potential exposure to avian influenza and other viruses or bacteria.
- Visit the Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Avian Health Program website for information on how to best protect your flock
- Call the Washington State Department of Health for questions about your own health: 1-800-525-0127.
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| Bat Exposure |
| Home page | Bats can carry rabies. Avoid contact with bats. |
| Drinking Water |
| Planning & Development Services now handles water availability review. |
| Drinking Water Safety |
| Home page | Keep drinking water safe in an emergency. |
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Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response
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and safely survive an earthquake, flood, or other emergency event.
Understand the role of Environmental Public Health in responding
to an emergency.
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Food Safety
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at a market or an event, holding a fund raiser, or just want to
serve safe food in your home? Find out about permitting requirements
for serving food to the public and many food safety topics.
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On Site Sewage Program
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and maintain your on-site septic system. Treating sewage properly
on your property prevents pollution of our waterways!
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Recreational Water
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Shellfish Safety
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Learn about where to harvest shellfish free
from biotoxins and bacterial pollutants and what you can do to
ensure the safety of marine waters.
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Solid and Hazardous Waste
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composting, or recycling the waste streams that your home or business
may produce. Submit concerns or questions on illegal dumping or
garbage accumulation.
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Vectors, Living Environments, and Animal Bites
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| Critters in our natural environment and inside our homes and work spaces can impact our health.
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H5N1 Avian Influenza Information
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| A strain of H5N1 avian influenza has been detected in wild and domestic birds in many parts of the U.S., and has been identified in Washington State. For more information on the current activity across the country, please see USDA’s 2022-2023 Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza and CDC’s Bird Flu Current Situation Summary. Public health officials are working closely with local, state, and federal partners to monitor bird flu in Washington. |
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The following Environmental Health services are available at the main Public Health office at:
301 Valley Mall Way, Suite 110
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Our main phone number is 360-416-1500
- On-site sewage system permitting
- Drinking water quality permitting
- Drinking water quality assistance
- Solid waste permitting
- Food permit applications and payments
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Food worker cards
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Shellfish safety
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Pools & spas
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Recreational waters- safe swimming and toxic algae
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Garbage or junk vehicle complaints
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Solid waste & toxics compliance and education
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Bats and other Vectors
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