Food Safety Program

NOTICE 12/15/2025

In the wake of adverse weather, the Island County Food Team is here to help with questions on how local residents and food establishments can maintain food safety while responding to flood damage, power outages, and continued adverse weather conditions.  

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If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to publichealth@islandcountywa.gov  

Supporting Food Safety for Our Community

Our mission is to protect and promote the health and safety of Island County's residents and visitors. We accomplish this by working with local restaurants, mobile food providers, food vendors, and other establishments to ensure safe food service and prevent disease.

The CDC Estimates 48 million people get sick each year from food borne diseasesPreventing Food-Borne Illness

In addition to permitting and performing routine inspections of food establishments, we prevent food-borne illness by:

  • Investigating reported food-borne illnesses
  • Investigating complaints about unsanitary conditions
  • Consulting with individuals currently operating or wanting to start a food business
  • Educating the food industry and the public about safe food handling
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