The Wait Is Almost Over!

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:37:41 +0100

Voters eager to cast their ballot won't have to wait much longer: early voting begins next Monday, October 13. Peoria County residents living outside the City of Peoria who wish to vote early for the November 4 General Election may do so between October 13 and October 30 at several locations throughout the county. ...

Help Prevent Rabies During Fall Season

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:57:51 +0100

The Peoria City/County Health Department is advising the public about the potential risk of exposure to rabies and how to help prevent this serious disease. Exposure to rabies can come from bats, wild animals, and even some domesticated animals. ...

Wasson Road Closure

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:59:42 +0100

Weather permitting, the following road will be CLOSED:

Road work ...

Nightingale Road Closure

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:10:04 +0100

Weather permitting, the following road will be CLOSED:

Road work on: NIGHTINGALE ROAD

Where: ONE MILE WEST OF IL RTE 78 (Millbrook Township)


Date work begins:    TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2008

Well Water Test Kits Available in Chillicothe

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:10:26 +0100

Many Peoria County water wells have been exposed to flood waters which can pose a public health hazard. Flood waters carry contaminants such as parasites, bacteria and viruses from backed up septic systems and other sources. All wells that have been exposed to flood waters need to be tested prior to use to help ensure the water is safe to drink. ...

Preparing Your Family for Emergencies Can Be as Easy as 1, 2, 3

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 08:33:33 +0100

By Erin Streeter, Director, Ready Campaign

Emergencies can happen every day – from scraped knees and broken bones to house fires, tornadoes and hurricanes, but when you are prepared for these types of emergencies it can give you and your family a peace of mind. ...

Peoria County Board of Health Committee Meeting

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:02:36 +0100

There will be a Peoria County Board of Health Personnel Committee/Search Committee meeting on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 10:00 am in the Board Room of the Peoria City/County Health Department.

This meeting will be in an Executive Session regarding Personnel Matters. ...

Emergency Health Precautions for Local Flooding

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:28:10 +0100

With the recent heavy rains, flooding is a public health concern. The Peoria City/County Health Department urges all residents who are affected by flood waters to take precautions to prevent disease. These precautions are as follows:

Avoid or minimize skin contact with flood water, because flood water carries contaminants from septic systems and other sources. ...

Modifications to State and County Food Code Announced

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:32:15 +0100

Peoria City/County Health Department Announces Modifications to State and County Food Service Sanitation Codes

In conjunction with the September promotion of National Food Safety Education month, the Peoria City/County Health Department announces an update to both the Illinois Food Sanitation Code and our local Peoria County Chapter 10, Food and Food Handler's Code. ...

Peoria County News

The Wait Is Almost Over!

Help Prevent Rabies During Fall Season

Wasson Road Closure

Nightingale Road Closure

Well Water Test Kits Available in Chillicothe

Preparing Your Family for Emergencies Can Be as Easy as 1, 2, 3

Peoria County Board of Health Committee Meeting

Emergency Health Precautions for Local Flooding

Modifications to State and County Food Code Announced