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Transient or Temporary Food Events
Transient/Temporary Food Permitting and Inspecting
The Environmental Health Division issues Transient or Temporary Food Event permits to allow food service during limited-time events or celebrations, such as fairs, carnivals, circuses, or sporting events. These permits are issued to individuals or groups that operate a temporary food establishment.
Transient food establishment means a food establishment that operates at a fixed location for a period of no more than 14 consecutive days in conjunction with a single event.
Transient/Temporary Food Permit Process
If you are holding an event:
- Contact the Environmental Health Division at 262-636-9203 to determine if your operation requires a permit.
- If so, complete the Transient Food Service Permit Application.
- Submit the completed application to the City of Racine Department of Customer Service along with the application fee.
- Note: Non-Profit organizations who provide proof of the organization’s 501(c ) (3) status when applying may be exempt from permit fees.
- Please review appropriate sections of Administrative Code and Racine Municipal code.
- All food handlers must complete the Temporary Event Food Service Class offered by the Environmental Health Division detailing food safety at a temporary event. This class is free of charge and can be completed online. In-person courses can be provided upon request.
- Note: The permit year runs from July 1 through June 30, and the permit fee must be paid annually before July 1 to avoid penalties.
Food Safety Class
The Environmental Health Division offers a Temporary Event Food Safety Class for those preparing, handling, or serving food at a temporary event that requires a permit (see above). This class can be completed online, at your own pace, by reviewing the six links below (each opens a PDF in a new window or tab) and completing the online quiz. Those who receive a quiz score of 80% or above will receive a Certificate of Completion via email. If you receive a score less than 80%, you will be contacted by the Public Health Department to review the missed question(s) prior to receiving a Certificate of Completion. You are allowed to retake the exam after re-reviewing the course material.
If special accommodations are necessary, an in-person class at the Environmental Health Division can be requested. In-person classes are offered at Racine City Hall, 730 Washington Avenue by appointment only. Interested individuals can call 262-636-9203 or email PublicHealth@cityofracine.org for availability, registration requests, and questions.
