Numerous community members, expressing concern over food being sold by unpermitted street vendors, have contacted Yavapai County Community Health Services over the past several weeks.
The YCCHS Environmental Health Unit has contacted the operators regarding the allegations and food code violations noted during complaint inspections. Due to the operators’ lack of cooperation in resolving this matter, the department has initiated legal action to address the unpermitted food stands. In addition, YCCHS has determined that direct public outreach is necessary to reduce the risk of foodborne illness for the public.
A mobile food unit licensed by YCCHS will have a license sticker displayed and attached to the back side of the unit. It is important to note that the businesses implicated in these illness reports should not be confused with most street food vendors, including taco stands, that employ safe food practices.