The Yakima Health District is an independent
governmental entity with specific powers (RCW 70.46, 70.05) and
additional implied powers to do whatever is necessary to carry out the
specific powers.
The Yakima Health District Board of Health oversees and
supervises all aspects of the health district. The local Board of
Health is made up of the three County Commissioners, two local
municipality officials, and two citizen members.
The Yakima Health District:
Has no power to tax or levy fines
Has a specific, specialized mission
Provides mandatory services for the county, cities, and towns
Is financed by fees for services provided, contract grants, and county contributions