MORGAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

180 S. Main St., Suite 252

Martinsville, Indiana 46151

765-342-6621, FAX: 765-342-1062

Dear Food Establishment Manager or Owner:

All Morgan County Food Permits expire on December 31st of the year issued. All food establishments must obtain a new permit by January 1st in order to remain in operation.

The permit fee for establishments open all year are as follows:

1 - 5 employees $ 125.00

6 - 9 employees $ 150.00

10 + employees $ 175.00

For establishments open six (6) months or less per calendar year the fee will be as follows:

1 - 5 employees $ 60.00

6 - 9 employees $ 70.00

10 or more $ 85.00

Schools, the county jail, and food pantries are exempt from the fee, but are still required to complete an application and obtain the necessary permit.

The term “employee” includes ALL employees who work in the food/bar area, working managers, owners, and volunteers (this includes part-time workers). If the Health Department has any question as to the number of employees claimed, owners will be asked to supply proof of their claim before a permit is issued.

A permit may be obtained by mail or in person. By mail, please complete and mail the application along with a self-addressed, stamped envelope with permit fee (check or money order made payable to Morgan County Health Department). Should you elect to pick up the permit in person, please bring the completed application with you. Along with payment and your application, you must also include a copy of your food handler certification.

A fine of $25.00 will be assessed if applications are not postmarked by December 31st and $50.00 if not postmarked by January 15th of the year permitted.  Your establishment will be subject to closure on or after February 1st without a valid permit.

In accordance with provisions in the Morgan County Food Establishment Ordinance, the permit shall be posted in plain view on the premises for which the permit is issued.

If you have questions or comments please feel free to contact this office at (765)342-6621.

Sincerely,

Paul Broderick, D.O.

Morgan County Health Officer