Newton County Health Department (417) 451-3743

Board of Trustees

Kristy Jones , Chairman

Dr. Edward Porter, Vice Chairman

Linda Hierholzer, Secretary/Treasurer

Dale Jobe, Trustee

Charles Haase, Trustee

The Newton County Health Department (NCHD) was established in 1948 by a vote of the citizens of Newton County . The NCHD is funded by a $.05 local tax levy, administrative user fees, permit fees, grants, contracts, and state & federal taxes. The NCHD is governed by a five member, elected Board of Trustees. The current staff of 15 employees provides services in the areas of Vital Records, WIC, Environmental Health, and Public Health Nursing.

MISSION: The Newton County Health Department is dedicated to protect and promote the health of the community through health promotion activities, disease prevention, provision of needed services, and protection of the environment through assessment, planning, education, leadership and partnership.

VISION: Newton County will be a community where people can attain their full health potential.

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Disclosure The Newton County Health Department and WIC Program are equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Services provided on a nondiscriminatory basis. Standards for participation in the WIC Program are the same for everyone, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap. If you desire a copy of this publication in an alternate format because of disability, contact the Newton County Health Department / WIC Program.

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