HomeMy WebLinkAbout20242311.tiffPROCLAMATION
NATIONAL FOOD SAFETY EDUCATION MONTH
SEPTEMBER 2024
WHEREAS, Weld County is home to 1,342 active retail food establishments, including
restaurants, school kitchens, convenience stores, grocery stores, and mobile units, all of which
contribute to the vibrancy and well-being of our county; and
WHEREAS, the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment Food Safety
Program is dedicated to safeguarding the health of our county by helping ensure food consumed
in our county is safe and responsibly prepared; and
WHEREAS, the department licenses approximately 270 temporary event and special event
vendors each year, while assisting in the coordination of approximately 120 temporary events,
monitoring that food safety standards are upheld even in dynamic environments; and
WHEREAS, the department conducts approximately 2,500 inspections annually of all retail food
establishments and food booths at events, exemplifying its commitment to rigorous oversight
and the prevention of foodborne illnesses; and
WHEREAS, the department is enrolled in the FDA Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory
Standards, which underscores its dedication to aligning with national best practices in food
safety regulation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, by the Board of Weld County Commissioners that
September be known as National Food Safety Education Month in Weld County, and encourage
all residents, food service professionals, and public health advocates to join us in promoting
food safety practices that will protect the health and well-being of our community.
Clerk to the Board
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