Board defers decision on moving Chapter 8.10 (solid-waste/code enforcement) to Public Health; requests workshop follow-up
Dec 2, 2025
Community Development recommended re-establishing administrative responsibility for Chapter 8.10 (Solid Waste and Nuisance Abatement) with the Josephine County Health Department; Public Health said it is not currently equipped and legal counsel warned additional funding would be required; the board requested a future workshop and allowed Community Development to continue processing related invoices.
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Frank Wharregard of Community Development reviewed the history of code enforcement and recommended re-establishing administrative responsibility for Chapter 8.10 (Solid Waste and Nuisance Abatement) with the Josephine County Health Department, saying environmental-health work aligns closely with solid-waste and nuisance abatement functions.
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