The Macon County Public Health Center’s Wes Bintz was recently honored by the WNC Public Health Association as “Outstanding Rookie Environmental Health Specialist of the Year”. Bintz was singled out from nominees from 29 WNC counties. Bintz was recognized for his development of a GIS digital mapping system for all new septic systems and wells in Macon County. The system provides more accurate maps for environmental health specialists, septic system installers, realtors, well drillers, and the public. It is anticipated that these maps will be available on the county’s website in the near future. The WNCPHA began making this award only eight years ago and Bintz is the second Environmental Health Specialist to receive the award from Macon County.
