Environmental Management
Gerri Silva, Director
The mission of the Environmental Management Department is to protect, preserve, and enhance the public health, safety, and environment through a balanced program of environmental monitoring and enforcement, innovative leadership, community education, customer service, and emergency response for the citizens of and the visitors to El Dorado County.
Administration & Finance
Purchasing, contract criteria, accounts payable and accounts receivable, tax bills, department policies, and other fiscal and administrative issues. Request for Proposals (RFP's)

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Emergency Handbook for Food Managers
Info for the Material Recovery Facility or" MRF" Hours, Locations, Fees, Recycling, HHW, EWaste
Environmental Health
Food facilities, domestic wells, small water systems, septic systems, public pools and spas, rafting, mold, and other public health issues. Food Recalls
Hazardous Materials
Implementing the hazardous materials and household hazardous waste programs to ensure that hazardous materials and hazardous waste are properly managed.
Parks Operations
El Dorado County currently has three park locations available for your use and enjoyment: Bradford Park, Henningsen Lotus Park, and Pioneer Park.
River Management
El Dorado County adopted an updated River Management Plan in November 2001 to improve the County's management of whitewater recreation on the South Fork of the American River below Chili Bar Dam. The County's goals are to preserve the river corridor's environmental resources; protect the area's rural character; reduce conflicts between residents and boaters; and maintain a quality whitewater boating experience.
Solid Waste
Implementing the solid waste and recycling programs to ensure the safe handling and proper disposal of residential and commercial solid waste
Vector Control
Vector / Mosquito Control Program