Friends of UCHD is the political action committee for the Union County Health Department. This site is used to promote the activities of the committee as well as promote ballot initiatives.

UCHD Levy Facts:

Replacement of a 20 year old 0.5 mill levy
Costs property owners $17.50 per year per $100,000 valuation
Funds clinical, environmental health, and health & safety services and programs
Giving babies the best start to life through newborn home visits, car seat checks, breastfeeding support, safe sleep, and immunizations
Preventing falls to help older adults stay independent longer
Bike helmet and pedestrian safety initiates like Safety Town
Health clinics and children with medical handicap programs
No tax dollars spent

Park and trail development for safe walking and biking
Ensure safe food by providing restaurant inspections and food safety education to food service workers
Involvement with local farmers markets to promote healthy lifestyles

Newborn services including car seat safety, breastfeeding support, and safe sleep
Reproductive healthcare for future moms and dads and immunizations for babies and children
Provide assistance for children with special healthcare needs