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Board approves bacteria lab policy as department prepares for June 24 certification
Summary
The board voted unanimously to adopt the department's bacteria lab policy; staff reported the department's bacteria lab certification inspection is scheduled for June 24 and nitrate certification has been delayed to fall/winter.
The Vernon County Board of Health voted to accept updated bacteria lab policies and procedures during its meeting on June 11, 2025. Martha Olson moved to accept the policy as written and Frank Easterday seconded; the board recorded 'all ayes' and carried the motion to approve the documents.
Health department staff told the board the department's bacteria lab certification inspection is scheduled for June 24. Nitrate testing certification has been postponed to fall or winter due to DNR changes; staff member Megan Rahr is training for nitrate testing and will take the required proficiency testing when available.
