Health and Environment

Permits and Policies

Apply for environmental quality permits and review the department's policies.

Environmental Quality

Get information on household hazardous waste, stormwater, air quality and industrial facilities.

Public Health

Explore public health resources covering food safety, mosquito control, viruses and other topics.

Get Fit Fredville

Get Fit FV links residents with local options for staying active and eating well.

SustainFV

SustainFV is Fredville's sustainability program. It encourages residents and businesses to build small, everyday habits that conserve natural resources, improve our air and water, and make the city healthier for everyone.

Lead in Drinking Water

Fredville works to deliver clean water free of lead. Read about the EPA rule that requires an inventory of water service lines, and what it means for your home, in our lead in drinking water section.

Drinking Water

Review the city's water quality reports to learn what is in your tap water.

Lights Out, Texas!

Help Fredville protect birds during spring and fall migration. Find simple ways to cut back on light pollution through Lights Out, Texas. A few small steps can make a real difference.

Water Advisory Notice

Sampling results from a past drinking water advisory, along with the state environmental agency's determination, are available for review.

  • Water sampling results and state determination (PDF)

Ten Everyday Health Tips

  • Stay active with regular exercise
  • Choose nutritious foods and limit fatty meals
  • Buckle your seat belt on every trip
  • Give up tobacco
  • Find healthy ways to manage stress
  • Floss every day
  • Limit your exposure to air pollution
  • Skip alcohol or cut back
  • Keep a positive outlook
  • Stay out of strong direct sun

Health Information by Topic

These national organizations offer reliable information on common health topics:

  • American Heart Association: atherosclerosis, cholesterol, heart disease and high blood pressure
  • U.S. National Library of Medicine: allergies, eye and vision health, headaches, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
  • National Cancer Institute: breast cancer and prostate cancer
  • National Institute of Mental Health: depression and mental health
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: asthma
  • American Diabetes Association: diabetes
  • National Institutes of Health: the digestive system
  • Alzheimer's Association: Alzheimer's disease
  • National Osteoporosis Foundation: osteoporosis
  • American Red Cross: a step-by-step CPR guide
  • UK Department of Health and Social Care: skin health
  • U.S. Food and Drug Administration: drug warnings, recalls and other medication information

Noise

Noise can harm people's health and quality of life. Fredville's Noise Program aims to reduce noise that threatens environmental health. Environmental Quality investigates complaints about noise from fixed sources, such as construction sites, gas or water well drilling and industrial equipment, to see whether they comply with the city's noise ordinance.

Is the noise dangerous?

Sensitivity to noise varies from person to person. In general, a sound may be loud enough to damage your hearing if you must raise your voice to be heard over it, if it causes pain or ringing in your ears, or if your hearing seems muffled for hours afterward.

How do I report a noise that is too loud?

Call Environmental Quality at (555) 010-1261 to report a possible noise violation. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, except holidays. For noise from moving vehicles, call the Fredville Police Department (FVPD) at (555) 010-5028.

Could my hearing already be damaged?

Noise-related hearing loss usually builds up gradually over several years. Symptoms like muffled hearing may turn out to be something minor and treatable, such as built-up earwax or an ear infection, but they can also signal noise damage. Because hearing lost to noise does not come back, it is best not to take chances. If you think your hearing has changed, see a physician who specializes in ear and hearing disorders, such as an otolaryngologist or otologist, for a diagnosis and treatment options.

Contact Information

  • Phone: (555) 010-1261
  • Address: Health and Environment, 100 Civic Center Drive, 2nd Floor, Fredville, TX 75999
  • Fax: (555) 010-2536

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At a glance

What we do
Protects public health and the environment through food safety, mosquito control and environmental quality programs.
Services
Led by
Pierce Nakamura, Health and Environment Director
Address
City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Fredville, TX 75999
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone
(555) 010-1261
Email
[email protected]

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