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Washington County Health Department, Environmental Health | Washington County Health Department

Provides services to keep the community safe from harmful environmental sources.

Environmental Health

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  • Responds to complaints and issues commercial permits for open burning 
  • Permits and monitors public swimming pools, spas, and other facilities
  • Investigates various complaints, including septic failures and household waste discharge 
  • Inspects and issues permits for food service facilities 
  • Ensures private water and sewage systems meet regulations 
  • Follows up on possible rabies exposures and conducts laboratory testing

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Public Health, Maryland Department of Environment | Maryland Department of the Environment

Focuses on preventing environmental diseases and promoting community health and safety.

Public Health and Safety

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- Provides cautionary advisories and interventions
- Health tips are offered to help reduce and protect against environmental pollution

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United States Department Of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Services | United States Department of Agriculture

Helps farmers, homeowners, businesses, and local governments with natural resource management.

Natural Resource Management

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  • Assists with soil erosion prevention, water conservation, and green space preservation 
  • Issues permits for building and erosion control

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Howard County Department of Public Works, Bureau of Environmental Services | Howard County Government

Provides waste management services for Howard County.

Solid Waste Management

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  • Manages landfill, recycling programs, and residential curbside collection 
  • Bulk trash and scrap metal services available at Alpha Ridge Landfill; may offer pick-up 
  • Accepts unlimited amounts of recycling

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Water Supply Safety, Maryland Department of Environment | Maryland Department of the Environment

Oversees public water supplies and individual wells in order to ensure that Marylanders have enough safe drinking water.

Government Offices and Services

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