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Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Morgan County Government. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided: https://transparency-in-coverage.uhc.com/.
Permits are required for all transfers and moving of mobile homes. If the mobile home is no longer owned by the person listed on the assessment notice, the owner must bring the mobile home title to the County Treasurer's Office and apply for a Mobile Home Title Transfer Permit.
A mobile home owner who sells the mobile home to another shall provide the purchaser with the permit required beforethe sale is completed. This obligation does not apply to a mobile home offered for sale at an auction under IC 9-22-1.5 or IC 9-22-1.7. (IC 6-1.1-7-10.4) A person who violates this commits a Class C infraction. (IC 6-1.1-7-14)
All property taxes must be paid to obtain the permit including property taxes assessed to previous owners. If a permit is to be issued after midnight, January 1st, the taxes due and payable May 10 and November 10 of that year must be paid along with any taxes payable in preceding years before a permit can be issued.
It is vital that mobile home transfers be obtained to prevent the titled owner from being saddled with future taxes after ownership has transferred.
Notifying the County Assessor will not transfer the assessment records to the new owner. The only way to accomplish this is to apply for a Title Transfer Permit through the County Treasurer's Office and complete the process through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Upon receipt of the Mobile Home Title Transfer from the County Treasurer's Office it must be taken along with the title to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles for the transfer of the title.
The "Permits" are only valid up to 90 days from the date of issue.
Morgan County has released the Morgan County Water Study Report, which summarizes the current status of water resources in the county. The objective of the two-year water study was to understand the county’s water resources and ensure sustainable growth and development. The overall goal is to maintain the long-term availability of water, ensuring Morgan County has a sustainable source of water in the future.
The report highlights the newly installed real-time data network to monitor groundwater levels, helping the county gain a better understanding of groundwater availability throughout the county. The groundwater water data network consists of sensors that have been installed in the wells of volunteer landowners throughout the county. Those sensors measure groundwater fluctuations remotely and report that data back to the network.
Another part of the study is the creation of a group of high-capacity water-users and other stakeholders in the county. This group of interested parties met quarterly throughout the study and will continue to do so to help identify challenges and provide information as growth occurs in Morgan County.
Morgan County will continue to fund the water-level network and stakeholder meetings for another three years, showing its continued commitment to the sustainability of its water resources.
Those seeking more information or wanting to participate in stakeholder meetings are encouraged to contact County Administrator Josh Messmer at JMessmer@morgancounty.in.gov or (765) 342-1007.
You can learn more about the data collection atWater FAQ.
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We are the Better Communities Coalition
We see a future where Morgan County is Central Indiana’s preferred place to live, work, and play; a place where all residents thrive; and where collective impact becomes our second nature — resulting in a better community.
Accepted Forms of Payment:
By Mail:
Morgan County Treasurer 180 S. Main St., Ste 129 Martinsville, IN 46151
*Make sure to send A and/or B coupons with payment. Must be postmarked by USPS by the due date to be considered on time.
Drop Box:
*Drop Box is located in the alley way off of Columbus St. behind CrossFit Fitness (also known as the Old Good Year Building).
Local Banks: You may pay at the following banks
First Merchants Bank: Mooresville and Morgantown
*You do not need to be a customer to make your tax payment, however you must present your tax statement.
Office:Our office is open to the public. Office hours are M-F 8am to 4pm.
By Phone:1-877-690-3729, Jurisdiction Code 2405. Parcel Number is required.
Online:LowTaxInfo.com*Convenience fee will apply as noted below.
To make a payment, please follow the instructions on the left-hand side of the webpage.
If you would like to receive your tax statement by email, please follow the instructions on the right-hand side of the website.
Convenience Fees:
Electronic Check - $2.00 Visa Debit Cards - $4.00 Other Credit and Debit Cards - 2.55% of the payment amount with a minimum service fee of $2.00
Report A Polluter
Citizens may report complaints of storm water pollution or dumping of pollutants into storm water drains by completing the "Report a Polluter" form. When completed the form will be emailed to Storm Water staff.
Please include as much information as possible as to the location and exact nature of the incident. You will not be required to leave your name. If a name is given it will not be shared with anyone outside of the Storm Water Department and could help us with any follow up questions that might be necessary to stop the violation.
During business hours you can call the Storm Water Department at 765-342-1064 to report a violation.
In the event of an environmental emergency, please call 888-233-7745.
Are You at Risk for Identity Theft? Test Your “Identity Quotient” here.
____ I receive several offers of pre-approved credit every week. (5 points)
____ Add 5 points if you do not shred them before putting them in the trash.
____ I carry my Social Security card in my wallet. (10 points)
____ My state driver’s license has my SSN printed on it, and I have not contacted the Department of Motor Vehicles to request a different number. (10 points)
____ I do not have a PO Box or a locked, secured mailbox. (5 points)
____ I use an unlocked, open box at work or at my home to drop off my outgoing mail. (10 points)
____ I carry my military ID in my wallet at all times. (10 points)
____ I do not shred or tear banking and credit information when I throw it in the trash. (10 points)
____ I provide my Social Security number (SSN) whenever asked, without asking questions as to how that information will be safeguarded. (10 points)
____ Add 5 points if you provide it orally without checking to see who might be listening.
____ I am required to use my SSN at work as an employee ID or at college as a student ID number. (5 points)
____ My SSN is printed on my employee badge that I wear at work or in public. Or, it is posted on my time card in full view of others or is on other documents frequently seen by many others in my workplace. (10 points)
____ I have my SSN and/or driver’s license number printed on my personal checks. (10 points)
____ I am listed in a “Who’s Who” guide. (5 points)
____ I carry my insurance card in my wallet, and either my SSN or that of my spouse is the ID number. (10 points)
____ I have not ordered a copy of my credit reports for at least 2 years. (20 points)
____ I do not believe that people would root around in my trash looking for credit or financial information or documents containing my SSN. (10 points)
Each one of these questions represents a possible avenue for an identity thief.
Understanding Your Score
100 + points – Recent surveys indicate that 7-10 million people were victims of ID theft last year. You are at high risk. We recommend you purchase a paper shredder, become more security-aware in document handling, and start to question why people need your personal data.
50-100 points – Your odds of being victimized are about average. Higher if you have good credit.
0-50 points – Congratulations. You have a high “IQ.” Keep up the good work and don’t let your guard down now.
Domestic violence is any violent act or crime committed on or against a “family or household member.” These acts may involve physical harm, threats of physical harm, sexual assault, or other crimes defined under Indiana law.
In Indiana, an individual is a “family or household member” of another person if the individual:
is a current or former spouse of the other person;
is dating or has dated the other person;
is or was engaged in a sexual relationship with the other person;
is related by blood or adoption to the other person;
is or was related by marriage;
has a biological or legal parent-child relationship; or
has a child in common with the other person
Domestic violence crimes are broadly defined to include any crime committed by and against an intimate partner (boyfriend/girlfriend, spouses, ex-spouses, or individuals with a child in common). The most typical crimes of domestic violence include:
**DEADLINE for election office to receive an application for an absentee mail in ballot for the 2024 General Election is October 7th**
You can view candidates listed on your ballot by visiting Indianavoters.com.
You must have an Indiana Drivers license or an Indiana State issued ID to vote in person in Indiana.
If you or someone you know would like to have a ballot sent to their house, you can submit electronically an ABS-MAIL application at indianavoters.com or print an ABS_MAIL application and fill out the application and mail/email/fax it to:
Mail - Election Office 180 S. Main St., Ste 1, Martinsville, IN 46151.
We ask that you please call our office to request an application to vote by mail OR complete the application online at Indianavoters.com. Please DO NOT expect an application to be automatically mailed to your address.
We will begin mailing out ballots to voters who have an approved ABS application on file with our office starting on March 22, 2024.
Once we receive the voted mail in ballot from the voter, it is locked in a cabinet. ALL BALLOTS ARE SECURE. The cabinet is unlocked on Election Day and then the votes are processed.
A Plan Review Application Packet must be filled out for all new establishments, whether it is a new owner, a new building, or a renovation of an existing business. (As of June 2015.)
The purpose of this document is to assist operators of retail food establishments to provide a safe water supply for use when a boil water order, advisory or notice has been issued by the local water utility, hereafter public water supply (PWS). The terms, boil water order, boil water advisory or boil water notice, are examples of public notification (hereafter, PN), required to be issued under Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), Drinking Water Branch, Public Water Supply Rule 327 IAC 8-2.1-7. The terms are used interchangeably by PWS, but they all mean the same thing. Therefore, it is important to understand what 327 IAC 8-2.1-7 requires.
327 IAC 8-2.1-7 “Public notification of drinking water violations” requires PN (TV, radio, newspaper, posting (depending on the size of the user base) etc….) by the PWS to all its affected customers for all violations of drinking water regulations. There are three (3) tiers of requirements based on the severity of the violation. Tier 1 is the tier to which this document applies. Tier 1 PN is based on:
** A violation of the maximum contaminant level (MCL) for total coliform when fecal coliform or E. coli are present;
Failure to test for fecal coliform or E. coli when any repeat sample tests positive for coliform;
A violation of MCL for nitrate;
A violation of maximum allowable turbidity limit;
An occurrence of a waterborne disease outbreak; or
Other violation or situation with significant potential to have adverse effects on human health as a result of short term exposure, such as water pressure drop or confirmed total coliform.
The PWS has 24 hours to notify all customers of all Tier 1 PN.
**If a PWS has a fecal coliform or E. coli violation, then the customers should be advised not to utilize the water for any purposes. An alternative water supply should be made available. It is not the responsibility of the PWS to provide for the continued operation of the business.
All of the above listed situations require a PN. The PWS(s) may not differentiate between the PN terms (Boil Water Advisory, Boil Water Notice or a Boil Water Order). A PWS generally issues an advisory if a drop in pressure is experienced due to a main break, power outage, or other distribution failure. A boil order is generally issued by the PWS if they have a confirmed total coliform MCL. Whether it is an Advisory, Notice or Order, it is issued by the PWS, not by the Local Health Dept. (LHD).
NOTE: In case of a chemical contamination, fecal coliform or E. coli violation of the drinking water standards by the municipal water supply for a retail food establishment, the establishment shall immediately cease use of the water supply and contact the local health department. The water supply must be analyzed, treated and sampled for bacteriological and chemical safety prior to re-use by all customers. The safety of water cannot be judged by color, odor or taste.
To continue operating under a PN and comply with 410 IAC 7-24-320, retail food establishments must secure and use potable water from an approved source. The following points of use should be considered:
All water used in beverages, such as coffee, tea, or fountain drink dispensers
All water used as an ingredient in any food products (i.e.: condiments, sauces, dressings, desserts, etc.)
All water used to make consumable ice
All water used for handwashing
All water used for washing and sanitizing of food contact surfaces
All water used for washing of produce
All water used for sanitizing solution for wiping cloths
All water used in 3-compartment sinks
The following equipment is plumbed directly into the municipal water supply; therefore, it must not be used:
Carbonated fountain drink machines
Produce misters
Beverage “gun” dispensers
Machines that manufacture ice
Low-temperature/chemical sanitizing dishmachines
Self-serve bulk water dispensers
Depending on why the PN is issued, it may be possible to use one of the following methods for disinfecting small quantities of water in batches:
Chlorination: Add six (6) drops of liquid chlorine household bleach to one gallon of water and mix. Chlorine bleaches are inexpensive and can be secured from most grocery, discount, or drug stores. However, check the label to ensure that the active ingredient, sodium hypochlorite, is 5.25 percent and there are no additives for scent.
Wait thirty (30) minutes after adding chlorine before using the water for drinking or cooking purposes.
If this treatment does not give the water a taste of chlorine, the above instructions should be repeated. Continue adding chlorine until a slight taste of chlorine is present and use this amount for future treatments.
The taste of chlorine is not particularly unpleasant and it will be evidence that the water is safe to drink.
Boiling: The water may also be purified by boiling. In this method, bring the water to a full boil for at least five (5) minutes, as per IDEM’s recommendation. Cool and aerate the boiled water by pouring it through the air from one clean container to another, or mixing rapidly with a clean utensil. Aeration will reduce the flat taste caused by boiling.
NOTE: Water filtering or treatment units may not remove all of the contaminants that the advisory or notice is targeting. Do not use an in-place unit unless it has first been approved by the local health department or the Indiana State Department of Health.
Acceptable Equipment/Alternatives to Use:
Hot water sanitizing dishmachines can be used once checked to ensure 180 degrees F minimum final rinse temperature and adequate water pressure is available.
Directly plumbed coffee makers are allowable, once checked to ensure brewing temperatures of 180 degrees F or above are produced.
Instead of using low-temperature/chemical dishmachines, use a 3-bay sink with a heat booster set at 170 degrees or a chemical sanitizer at 100 ppm of chlorine.
Retail food establishments may consider the following alternative procedures to minimize water usage:
Commercially packaged ice may be substituted for ice made on-site.
Single-serve items or disposable utensils may be substituted for reusable dishes and utensils.
Prepared foods from approved sources may be used in place of foods requiring complex preparation.
Restrict menu choices or hours of operation.
Portable toilets may be utilized for sanitary purposes (units should include handsinks with their own water source).
Monitor news reports to determine the status of the water supply and to determine if the PN has been lifted.
Once the notice is rescinded, these precautionary measures must be followed:
Flush the building water lines and clean faucet screens, water line strainers on mechanical dishwashing machines and similar equipment.
Flush and sanitize all water-using fixtures and appliances of standing water, such as ice machines, beverage dispensers, hot water heaters, etc.
Run ice machines through one cycle of ice production and discard the ice and clean the bin.
Clean and sanitize all fixtures, sinks, and equipment connected to water lines.
A HEALTH DEPARTMENT REPRESENTATIVE DOES NOT HAVE TO BE PRESENT AT THE ESTABLISHMENT FOR THESE GUIDELINES TO BE IMPLEMENTED. IT IS MANAGEMENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THE ESTABLISHMENT IS OPERATING IN A SAFE MANNER SO AS TO PROTECT THE HEALTH OF THE PUBLIC.
Mold are fungi that can be found in virtually every environment, both indoors and outdoors. There are thousands of different kinds of molds.
Molds grow best in warm, damp, and humid conditions, and spread and reproduce by making spores. In nature, mold can be beneficial as it helps to break down dead materials into rich organic matter. But indoors, mold can destroy building materials and home furnishings. Some mold has also been known to cause health problems.
There are no federal, state or local standards establishing hazardous levels of mold nor are there any federal, state or local statutes governing the clean-up of mold. The Department of Health provides education and recommendations, but can take no enforcement actions or engage in any tenant/landlord disputes regarding mold issues.
Mold needs three things to grow – a surface to land on, substance to eat, and water. With ideal conditions, mold can rapidly spread and infest a large area.
Of all the ingredients needed, moisture is the most important. Eliminating moisture is the most effective means of hindering mold growth.
The following are recommendations to prevent and eliminate indoor mold problems:
Reduce the relative humidity in your living space, basement and or crawl space. Purchase a hygrometer. It is an instrument that reads the percentage of humidity. To discourage mold growth, humidity levels should range between 30 to 50 percent. Use a humidifier and empty the water collection reservoir frequently.
Eliminate leaks. Look for leaks in the attic, around windows, gutters, soffits, and foundations. Make sure your basement is leak-proof. Install foundation drains and make sure your sump pump is working properly.
Remove the mold. If you have moderate mold growth on a hard, non-porous surface, scrub away the mold with soap and water or a bleach solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water. If using a bleach solution, do not mix with other chemicals and make sure there is adequate ventilation.
Have your heating ducts cleaned by a reputable company. The ventilation system provides a favorable habitat for mold and mold growth. Once in the ventilation system, the mold spores will be passed throughout the home any time forced–air heat or air conditioning is used.
Install a HEPA filter in your heating system. If you do not have a forced-air heating system, portable HEPA filters are widely available at department stores, home improvement stores and over the Internet.
See a physician if you or your children are experiencing health problems that could be associated with exposure to mold.
For a serious mold problem, hire a professional to repair leaks and remove contaminated building components. If the mold infestation is severe, it may be necessary for you to move out of the home until it has been made safe again.
TESTING FOR MOLD
Generally, it is not necessary to identify the species of mold growing in a residence, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not recommend routine sampling for molds. Reliable sampling is expensive and the standards for what is and is not an acceptable or tolerable level of mold have not been established.
If you are susceptible to mold and mold is seen or smelled, there is a potential health risk; therefore, no matter what type of mold is present, you should arrange for its removal.
HEALTH EFFECTS OF MOLD
Mold can affect human health by causing allergies, infections, and toxicity. The type and severity of symptoms will depend on a person’s susceptibility and the degree of exposure. Exposure is mainly through the inhalation of mold spores or from contact with the skin or from swallowing.
For those sensitive to mold, the symptoms can include wheezing, nasal and sinus congestion, burning eyes, skin irritation or a dry cough. Other more severe symptoms may include headaches, memory loss, and flu-like symptoms.
If you believe you are ill because of exposure to mold in the building where you live or work, you should consult a health care provider to determine the appropriate actions to take to protect your health.
A soil test must be conducted by a State approved Soil Scientist (list is available in our office).
After the soil report is received in our office from the Soil Scientist, the Environmental Health Specialist enters the information on our computer and prints a condensed report which we will mail out to the property owner along with a cover letter explaining the application process. As stated in the cover letter, these items will need to be submitted.
Completed application form – installer’s information on materials he will use.
Parcel number for the property is required on the application form.
Detailed drawing of the proposed system with all dimensions and elevations – this is the installer’s drawing of what he proposes to install.
Floor plan (including all levels – as well as unfinished basements) – from the Property Owner.
Plot plan with dimensions – show size or dimensions of lot with compass direction noted. Also indicate where septic system, house, any other structures, and the well will be located. Show dimensions (footage) from lot lines, waterways, etc. The Property Owner or installer can hand draw this, it doesn’t have to be drawn professionally.
Legal description of the property. (A copy of the tax form which the property owner receives from the treasurer’s office will suffice, or usually the legal description is listed on the property deed.)
The proposed septic field should be staked (the ends and middle of each trench), along with the house, any other structures, and the driveway, so that the Health Specialist can perform an on-site inspection.
Once application is made, (all paperwork submitted as outlined above), the Health Specialist will review the paperwork and go to the site for a site inspection. This process is normally conducted within 2-3 working days. If everything is in order, a permit can then be issued. Someone at that time must come to the office to pay the fee and sign for the permit.
After the system is installed completely, the installer should call the office for a final inspection. *The reinspection fine is only assessed when an installer calls for a final inspection and isn’t ready when the Health Specialist arrives.
PLEASE NOTE: According to the Morgan County Septic Ordinance, all Septic Installers must be registered with our office before obtaining a permit or installing systems.
Payments may be made by cash, check, money order, or credit or debit cards. No third party checks.
Service
Fee
Immunizations
Varies by Your Insurance Coverage, or $20/injection if Uninsured
Tuberculin Skin Test
$20.00
Lipid Profile and Glucose
$25.00
CPR Class
$35.00
Lice Shampoo (per person)
$2.00
Lice Comb
$1.00
The following are acceptable forms of tax payment:
Cash
Cashier’s Check
Certified Check
Money Order
Personal Check*
Business Check*
Credit Card Payments – A fee will be added for this service (not retained by county)
*If a property is in Real Estate Tax Sale Personal Checks or Business Checks may be prohibited.
RETURNED CHECKS
The total amount of posted tax payment(s) will be removed immediately from the parcel or parcels involved if there should be insufficient funds, a stop payment, account closed, return to maker or irregular signature.
If the title is lost for the mobile home, you will need to contact the law enforcement division serving your residence to request a VIN check. The officer will complete a form indicating the VIN number on the mobile home so the Bureau of Motor Vehicles can track the mobile home ownership in their records.
You will need to apply for a duplicate or replacement title at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
You will need a Mobile Home Permit showing the taxes have been paid on the mobile home.
With the location of the mobile home, the Treasurer's Office will be able to identify the last owner assessed for the mobile home. All property tax must be paid to obtain the permit including property taxes assessed to previous owners.
Filing Criminal Charges in a Domestic Violence Case
Before criminal charges can be filed, a law enforcement officer must submit a probable cause affidavit to the prosecutor’s office, which indicates that a crime of domestic violence has occurred in Morgan County. The investigator and attorneys in the prosecutor’s office then decide whether or not to file criminal charges based on the officer’s sworn report. When criminal charges are filed, the plaintiff in the suit is the State of Indiana. The victim is not a party to the action, and therefore, does not have any control over the dismissal of the charges. Additionally, when criminal charges are filed, the State of Indiana will request the Court to issue a No Contact Order on behalf of the victim and any children who were present at the time of the violent incident.
The Morgan County Prosecutor’s Office has a “no drop” policy regarding the No Contact Order, meaning that once issued, the State will not agree to the dismissal of the order until the criminal case has been resolved.
EQUIPMENT
UTENSIL SINK: A 3-compartment sink. This sink must meet current National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards. This sink is required if any utensils or pans are used in the food establishment. These sinks must be large enough to accommodate immersion of the largest equipment or utensils.
HAND SINK: A handwashing sink is required in all food preparation and utensil washing areas. More than one hand sink may be required depending on kitchen size and setup. A hand sink must be easily accessible and within 25 feet of all food preparation and utensil washing areas. A separate hand sink is required behind the bar if there is a bar in the food establishment. Hand sinks are required if any open food or beverage is handled in the food establishment. This sink must be equipped with soap and hand towels.
VEGETABLE/FRUIT PREP SINK: A sink with one drainboard. This sink must meet current National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards. This sink is recommended if any vegetables or fruits will be rinsed.
MEAT PREP SINK: A sink with one drainboard. This sink must meet current National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards. This sink is recommended if raw meats will be rinsed.
MOP SINK: Provide a wall-hung or curbed-style mop basin for the proper disposal of liquid wastes from cleaning operations. Install mop sink away from food preparation surfaces. A mop sink is required in all food establishments.
All new or used equipment must meet or be equivalent to current National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) standards and be in good condition (no rust, torn seals, etc.) Install equipment on approved six (6) inch NSF-approved metal legs, castors, or solid masonry bases.
RESTROOMS
A food establishment shall have restroom facilities available to employees.
SANITIZING
At the 3-compartment utensil sink: One of two methods:
High Temperature – A booster heater and dip basket is required.
Chemical – An approved chemical sanitizer and sanitizer test kit are required.
At the bar sink: An approved chemical sanitizer and sanitizer test kit are required.
Dishmachines:
High-Temperature Dish Machine – Provide a booster heater on the final rinse line. Temperature and psi gauges are required.
Chemical Dish Machine – Temperature and psi gauges are required. Provide the appropriate sanitizer test kit.
VENTILATION
Commercial mechanical exhaust ventilation shall be required at or above all ranges, griddles, deep fat fryers, and similar equipment to remove grease, smoke, steam, vapors, heat, or odors. A fire suppression system may be required. This must be approved by the Indiana Building Commission and the local Fire Marshal.
LIGHTING
Provide a minimum of 70 foot-candles of light at food preparation and utensil washing surfaces. Provide completely shielded fixtures or shatterproof sleeves on fluorescent tubes.
FLOORS
In the kitchen, storage areas, and restrooms, the floor must be smooth, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable. Carpeting is not allowed in these areas.
WALLS AND CEILINGS
Provide non-perforated, light-colored, smooth, washable walls and ceilings in work areas.
PLUMBING
Provide indirect waste connections on food service equipment items (ice bins, ice machines, dipper wells, etc.). Install vacuum breakers on plumbing fixtures requiring them. All plumbing connections must be to the current Indiana Plumbing Code requirements. A grease trap may be required. Check with your city or county Building Inspector.
SERVICE LINES
All plumbing, electrical, and gas lines must be concealed within the building structure as much as possible. Exposed utility service lines and pipes shall be installed so they do not obstruct or prevent cleaning of the floors, walls, or ceilings. Exposed horizontal utility service lines and pipes may not be installed on the floor.
SHELVING
Provide an adequate amount of approved, easily cleanable metal shelving. Do not use wood shelving in the kitchen. All shelves must be at least 6″ above the floor.
DIPPERWELL
If hand-dipped ice cream will be served, a dipper well with an approved drain is required.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
If your food establishment will not be on municipal sewer, you must contact the Indiana State Department of Health, Sanitary Engineering Department, to file a Change-of-Use Request. (317-233-1325)
Note: This is an incomplete list and there may be other requirements necessary in your particular establishment.
Morgan County has released the Morgan County Water Study Report, which summarizes the current status of water resources in the county. The objective of the two-year water study was to understand the county’s water resources and ensure sustainable growth and development. The overall goal is to maintain the long-term availability of water, ensuring Morgan County has a sustainable source of water in the future. 