File A Complaint

I Would like to File a Public Health Complaint

Do you suspect that unsafe or unsanitary food or water conditions made somebody sick? Or have you noticed a public health nuisance or people smoking in a smoke-free area? Submit a complaint to the McLean County Health Department using the links below.

Foodborne or Waterborne Illness

Complaints regarding suspected foodborne or waterborne illness can be submitted to the McLean County Health Department with using the online Foodborne and Waterborne Illness Investigation Questionnaire. Please keep in mind that the online form requires a 72-hour food history.

Disclaimer: Be advised that your name and contact information are required to guarantee further investigation of the report. The information you provide will be kept confidential. Anonymous complaints will not be accepted.

File a Public Health Complaint

The Environmental Health Division investigates public health complaints regarding:

  • Garbage
  • Sewage
  • Rubbish
  • Animal waste
  • Construction or demolition debris
  • Landscape waste
  • Noise and air pollution
  • Open burning
  • Weeds
  • Insects
  • Rodents
  • Birds
  • Other pests

Complaints regarding suspected public health nuisances can be filed with the McLean County Health Department by submitting a completed Public Health Complaint Report form to the Environmental Health Division by email, fax at (309) 888-5506, or by mail at:

200 W Front Street
Environmental Health
Bloomington, IL 61701

Disclaimer: Be advised that your name and contact information are required to guarantee further investigation of the report. The information you provide will be kept confidential. Please note, however, that your identity may be revealed to law enforcement or investigative bodies in the event of a legal investigation. Anonymous complaints will not be accepted.

Smoke-Free Illinois Violation

Complaints regarding suspected Smoke-Free Illinois violations are handled by the Health Promotion Division of the McLean County Health Department. Find information about the Smoke-Free Illinois Act and enforcement here .

Disclaimer: Be advised that your name and contact information are required to guarantee further investigation of the report. The information you provide will be kept confidential. Please note, however, that your identity may be revealed to law enforcement or investigative bodies in the event of a legal investigation. Anonymous complaints will not be accepted.

I Would like More Information About Filing a Complaint

If you have questions or would like more details about filing a complaint or reporting a public health concern, please complete the online Contact Us form.

To speak with someone in person regarding Foodborne or Waterborne Illness Complaints or Public Health Complaints, please contact the Environmental Health Division at (309) 888-5482.

To speak with someone in person regarding Smoke-Free Illinois Violations, please contact the Health Promotion Division at (309) 888-5968.