Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Office is part of the Public Works Department and is responsible for the enforcement of the City’s ordinances relating to property maintenance, storage of vehicles, and related issues. This office works closely with the Building and Inspection Office and the Fire and Police Departments.

Health Office

The City’s Health Officer is certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and performs inspection and licensing of public eating establishments, investigates complaints, reviews plans for new or renovated eating establishment food preparation facilities, and enforces State and local requirements relating to public food service. He also conducts training sessions for employees and non-profit volunteers on legal requirements and recommended food safety practices.

Servsafe Certification Programs for Food Service Managers

This nationally recognized certification program demonstrates to the public, and to employees and co-workers, your commitment to providing safe food to consumers. Safe food handling practices protect customers, increase profitability, reduce liability, promote goodwill, maintain patronage, and enhance a business’ competitive position.

More Servsafe Information

• Mercer County Cooperative Extension Food & Nutrition Webpage
• EatSafePA
• ServSafe