Macon County Public Health
Administration

OUR VISION: To be the model for best practices in Public Health.
OUR MISSION: To promote, protect, and enhance the health of all people and the environment.

The Macon County Public Health Department serves many facets of our community. From the well being of children and adults to the environment, our many services are broadbased.

Macon County Public Health Helpful Phone Numbers:

North Carolina Law (NC General Statute Article 2, Section 130A-34) requires Boards of Health to consist of eleven members; eight designated professionals and three members of the general public.

The Board of Health is appointed by the County Commissioners.

Our Macon County Board of Health is currently made up as follows:

Eight Professionals:

• Ellen Shope, Nurse Representative, Vice Chair
• Garrett Higdon, Engineer
• Paul Higdon, County Commissioner
• Michael Dupuis, Physician
• Roy Lenzo, Veterinarian
• Matt Corbin, Dentist
• Pharmacist, Vacant
• Optometrist, Vacant

Three members of the general public:

• Jerry Hermanson, Chair
• Carlos Vargas, General Public
• Vacant Position