Westchester County Board of Health
The Westchester County Board of Health is the governing policy body of the Westchester County Department of Health that operates under the provisions of the Public Health Law of the State of New York and the Westchester County Charter. Local boards of health are responsible for determining the powers and duties of the local health officer and ensuring that the public within their jurisdiction (health district), is abiding by the state sanitary code. Additionally, a local board of health may adopt orders and regulations, not inconsistent with the provisions of the sanitary code, as it may deem necessary within its jurisdiction. Board members are appointed by the Westchester County Board of Legislators. There are 13 members of the Board. Members include a representative from the Board of Legislators, one representative from each of the cities of New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Peekskill, Rye, White Plains and Yonkers; physicians and community members.
Board of Health Mission Statement
The Westchester County Board of Health is committed to safeguarding, improving and promoting the health, well-being and quality of life of the people of Westchester.
We identify and take steps to control health risks that arise from human behavior, communicable disease and environmental hazards.
Through the use of population-based data, research, surveillance, assessment and education, we seek sustainable improvement in health outcomes and, in that pursuit, are responsible to maintain and enforce the Sanitary Code and other state and local laws.
To be successful, we must be proactive and innovative, welcome diverse thought and expertise, promote education, exhibit leadership and retain independence, while working in collaboration with the wider Westchester community.
Board of Health Meetings
The Board of Health meets monthly to review violations of the Sanitary Code that may result in fines and/or penalties, and to discuss current public health issues with the Department of Health. The Board of Health is not in session during August.
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