Board of Health

Meetings

Board meets once a month.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings.

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Minutes are available following approval.

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Members

  • John H. Straus, M.D.
    Term Expiration: February 3, 2020
  • Barbara D. Beck, Ph. D.
    Term Expiration: February 1, 2021
  • Richard Arnold, FNP, BC
    Term Expiration: February 4, 2019

Description

The Board of Health provides for fulfillment of its duties under M.G.L. 111:5, 26-33 and other sections including enforcement of the state Sanitary and Environmental Codes, reporting diseases dangerous to the public health, and enforcement of other applicable state and local laws and regulations. The Board of Health determines the health needs of the community (and the health services available to the community) in terms of the size and characteristics of the population, specific health problems, and environmental conditions.

Candidates should have background in public health, medical, or related field.

Vacancy / Term

Three members, three-year term