Our partial service Sanitarian Program provides environmental health education to residents of St. Lawrence County on topics including:
- Water Quality
- Septic Systems
- Mold
- Pests
Additionally, the Sanitarian investigates public health nuisances within St. Lawrence County.
To file a formal public health complaint
Complaint Form *Please read all instructions before submitting your complaint form. Only complaints within St. Lawrence County and under public health jurisdiction will be addressed*
For concerns outside the purview of the Sanitarian, please contact the appropriate agency.
Agency |
Phone Number |
Concern |
Code Enforcement Officers |
Contact official for your Town/City |
Housing concerns and property questions |
NYS Department of Environmental Conservation |
518-402-8013 |
Pollution related concerns |
St. Lawrence County Sheriff |
315-379-2222 |
Animal welfare concerns |
NYS Department of Health | 315-386-1040 | Environmental health concerns, regulations, and permitted establishments such as restaurants |
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Guidance for Maintaining Septic Systems
Information on Household Water and Sewage
- Private Well Class: Educational Materials for Private Well Owners
- Disinfecting a Well & Boil Water Advisory
- NYSDOH: Coliform Bacteria in Drinking Water Supplies
- Cornell Cooperative Extension: Hard Water
- Opflow: Phew! My Hot Water Smells Like Rotten Eggs
- EPA: Wastewater Technology Fact sheet Ultraviolet Disinfection
- NYSDOH: Septic System Operation and Maintenance
Information on Environmental Nuisance Issues
- New York State Tenants' Rights Guide
- How to Make your Bed a Safe Haven from Bed Bugs
- Stop Bed Bugs Safely
- Flea Control
- NYSDOH: Get Rid of Cockroaches
- EPA: A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home
- NYSDOH: Indoor Air Quality Information About Mold