Board of Health
Handles public health rules — food safety inspections, septic system permits, and local health regulations.
257 items across 21 meetings.
July 14, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Standard meeting opening and attendance.
📋 Proposed
Vote to accept prior meeting minutes.
• Status unclear
Public comment period.
💬 Discussed
Coming up July 14: incident reports for 18 Rayner St and 288 Lincoln St, Farm Street landfill offered as a gift by its owner, and landfill mowing.
📍 18 Rayner St, 288 Lincoln St, Farm Street Landfill
📋 Proposed
Coming up July 14: a variance request to upgrade the septic system at 133 Lakeshore Drive.
📍 133 Lakeshore Drive
📋 Proposed
Letter to nominate Deb Vescera as public health emergency preparedness representative.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve payroll for Health Agent pay periods 05.17.26 through 05.30.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
📋 Proposed
Well permit review.
📋 Proposed
Board appointments.
📋 Proposed
Permits for Daniels Farm Concession Stand 2026, Myla Charcuterie, Sophies Dips and Sauces, and Master Tater.
💬 Discussed
Email from Conor Rochibaud regarding a Fiesta Shows food permit.
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Closing board discussion and adjournment; no executive session.
July 14, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Meeting begins.
📋 Proposed
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Public comment period.
📋 Proposed
Carryover items, none specified.
💬 Discussed
Reports on incidents at 18 Rayner St and 288 Lincoln St, Farm Street Landfill property gift from owner, Deb Vescera report, PHEP rep nomination, and landfill mowing.
📍 18 Rayner St, 288 Lincoln St, Farm Street Landfill
📋 Proposed
Coming up July 14: variance request to upgrade the septic system at 133 Lakeshore Drive.
📍 133 Lakeshore Drive
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve payroll for pay periods 05.17.26 through 05.30.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve outstanding invoices.
📋 Proposed
Well permit applications to be reviewed.
📋 Proposed
Appointments to be addressed.
📋 Proposed
Permits for Daniels Farm Concession Stand 2026, Myla Charcuterie, Sophies Dips and Sauces, and Master Tater food vendors.
📋 Proposed
Email from Conor Rochibaud to be reviewed.
📋 Proposed
Board member comments.
📋 Proposed
Items the Chair could not anticipate 24 hours in advance.
📋 Proposed
None scheduled.
June 16, 2026 · agenda
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Meeting opens.
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Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to accept minutes from April 7, April 21, and May 5, 2026.
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Public comment period.
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Carryover items.
💬 Discussed
Green Team Recycling Event June 27 in Mendon open to Blackstone residents, an incident report for 18 Edgewater Drive inspected by Fire Chief and Health Agent, and landfill mowing.
📍 18 Edgewater Drive
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 05.17.26 through 05.30.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
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Well permits to be addressed.
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Appointments to be addressed.
📋 Proposed
Permits for Mike Savard, Shawn Scungio, and Dominque Alfonso (septic system installers), BV Boys and Girls Club annual swimming pool, and Thomas Wojick annual food permit.
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Correspondence reviewed.
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Board member comments.
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Items arising within 24 hours of the meeting.
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Meeting ends.
June 2, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
The previously issued fine has been paid.
💬 Discussed
Property cleanup is complete; awaiting final inspection from the building commissioner.
📍 18 Edgewater Drive
💬 Discussed
Board expressed interest in hosting a Nicotine Free Generation presentation.
✅ Approved
Approved pay for the health agent covering May 10–23, 2026.
✅ Approved
Colleen M. Strapponi reappointed as health agent by unanimous vote.
✅ Approved
Approved permits for Little People's Day Care pool, Blackstone Valley Tattoo license, a body art practitioner, and Picini Food Daniels Farm event.
💬 Discussed
Chairman noted plans to obtain a price to cut both town landfills.
💬 Discussed
Annual notice regarding vegetation control along the railroad.
✅ Approved
Meeting closed by unanimous vote.
June 2, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Opening attendance.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
• Status unclear
Open public comment period.
💬 Discussed
D&H Variety's enforcement fine and suspension has been resolved with the fine paid.
💬 Discussed
Health Agent report includes incident reports tied to 18 Edgewater Drive.
📍 18 Edgewater Drive
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 04.26.26 through 05.13.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve outstanding invoices.
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Well permit review (none specified).
📋 Proposed
Annual reappointment of Colleen M. Strapponi as Health Agent coming up June 2.
📋 Proposed
Permits up for approval: Little People's Day Care annual swimming pool, Blackstone Valley Tattoo, Derek Sequist body art practitioner, and Picini Food events-only permit at Daniels Farmstead.
📍 Daniels Farmstead
💬 Discussed
TEC Associates notice on Providence and Worcester Railroad vegetation (herbicide) control program.
• Status unclear
Board member comments.
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Items arising within 24 hours of meeting.
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Close of meeting.
May 5, 2026 · minutes
🔄 Postponed
Approval of prior minutes was passed over.
✅ Approved
Jordan Andrade was unanimously appointed as Animal Inspector after presenting his credentials to the Board.
💬 Discussed
Agent continues bi-weekly meetings and property compliance inspections coordinated with Fire, Police, and Building departments.
💬 Discussed
Property removed most debris and its above-ground pool; a follow-up inspection is scheduled this week.
📍 18 Rayner Street
✅ Approved
Property has been brought into compliance.
📍 5-7 Summer Street
✅ Approved
Tobacco products removed from shelves and the business placed under suspension for a tobacco violation.
📍 D&H Variety
✅ Approved
Board unanimously approved paying the health agent for pay periods April 26 through May 9, 2026.
✅ Approved
Meeting closed unanimously.
May 5, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Opening attendance and roll call.
📋 Proposed
Vote on minutes from April 7 and April 21, 2026.
📋 Proposed
Public comment period.
📋 Proposed
Appointment of the town's Animal Inspector under Old Business.
💬 Discussed
Enforcement action against D&H Variety, including a fine and possible suspension.
💬 Discussed
Health Agent updates and incident reports.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 04.12.26 through 04.25.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
📋 Proposed
Well permit matters.
📋 Proposed
Appointment matters.
📋 Proposed
Permits and correspondence review.
📋 Proposed
Board comments and adjournment.
April 21, 2026 · minutes
🗳️ Voted on
D&H Variety fined $5,000 with a 21-day suspension for a third tobacco offense in 36 months; products removed and business now under suspension.
💰 $5,000 fine, 21-day suspension
✅ Approved
Owner Shane Gravel granted a waiver from mandatory sewer tie-in, citing hardship — property sits about 400 feet from the Elm Street connection and its septic passed Title 5.
📍 498 Elm Street
❌ Denied
Board voted 2-1 against joining an eight-town regional animal inspector agreement that would cost each town $5,000–$8,000, preferring a local hire over the current $2,500 stipend.
💰 $5,000–$8,000 per town proposed; current stipend $2,500
💬 Discussed
Agent Strapponi continues bi-weekly meetings and property inspections for compliance with fire, police, Board of Health, and building officials.
💬 Discussed
Complaint of excessive rubbish and debris; owner told agent he would address it immediately.
📍 5-7 Summer Street
✅ Approved
Approved health agent payroll for pay periods April 12–25, 2026.
✅ Approved
Approved invoices: Jonathan Costa Constable Services $50.00, Republic Services $57,966.82, and CEC, Inc. $3,800.00.
💰 $57,966.82 Republic Services; $3,800 CEC; $50 constable
💬 Discussed
Board will ask Republic Services to donate a dumpster for the town's 250th celebration.
April 21, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Meeting opened and announced as recorded.
📋 Proposed
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to accept prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Public comment period.
📋 Proposed
No items listed.
📋 Proposed
Health Agent to report on incidents at 2 Main St., 1 Farm St., 5-7 Summer St., 18 Rayner St., and D&H Variety.
📍 2 Main St., 1 Farm St., 5-7 Summer St., 18 Rayner St.
📋 Proposed
Discussion of a hardship waiver request for 49R Elm St.; details not specified in agenda.
📍 49R Elm St.
📋 Proposed
New business item regarding the Animal Inspector; details not specified.
📋 Proposed
Vote on Health Agent payroll for pay periods 04.12.26 through 04.25.26.
📋 Proposed
Invoices include Jonathan Costa Constable Service $50.00, Republic Services $57,966.82, and CEC Inc. $9,800 for Farm Street landfill monitoring.
💰 Republic Services $57,966.82; CEC Inc. $9,800; Constable $50.00
📍 Farm Street Landfill
📋 Proposed
Well permits to be reviewed; none specified.
📋 Proposed
No specific appointments listed.
📋 Proposed
Routine permit approvals for food, tobacco, and trash haulers.
📋 Proposed
Review of correspondence.
📋 Proposed
Board member comments.
📋 Proposed
Meeting close.
April 7, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
After the town election, Josh J. Ryan re-elected Chairman and Kevin J. Ryan re-elected Vice-Chairman by unanimous vote.
✅ Approved
March 17, 2026 minutes approved unanimously.
🗳️ Voted on
Board fined D&H Variety owner $5,000 and issued a 21-day suspension for a third offense within 36 months.
💰 $5,000 fine, 21-day suspension
💬 Discussed
Kevin J. Ryan opposes joining a regional animal inspector agreement, citing cost, preferring to keep it local; Board will consult the Animal Inspector next meeting.
💬 Discussed
Agent continues bi-weekly meetings and property inspections for compliance with Fire, Police, and Building departments.
💬 Discussed
Complaint about unsanitary conditions at 18 Rayner St; agent working with property owner toward compliance.
📍 18 Rayner St
✅ Approved
Approved health agent pay for periods March 15–28, 2026.
✅ Approved
Approved SD Inspections Invoice 2026-16 for $750.00.
💰 $750.00
💬 Discussed
Board will ask Republic Services to donate a dumpster for the town's 250th celebration.
✅ Approved
Meeting closed unanimously.
April 7, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Meeting opens; recording announced.
📋 Proposed
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Board reorganizes, likely electing officers for the term.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior minutes.
📋 Proposed
Open time for public comment.
💬 Discussed
Discussion of animal inspector matters.
💬 Discussed
Health Agent reports on an incident at 18 Rayner St., plus new business.
📍 18 Rayner St.
💬 Discussed
Appeal of a tobacco compliance action against DH Variety, plus discussion of a Tobacco Free Generation presentation.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 03.15.26 through 03.28.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices, including SD Inspections invoice #2026-16 for $750.00.
💰 $750.00 (SD Inspections invoice #2026-16)
📋 Proposed
Well permit review.
📋 Proposed
Appointments to be considered.
📋 Proposed
Permit review.
📋 Proposed
Review of correspondence.
📋 Proposed
Board member comments.
📋 Proposed
Meeting closes.
📋 Proposed
Items arising within 24 hours that the Chair could not anticipate.
📋 Proposed
None scheduled.
March 17, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Prior meeting minutes approved unanimously.
🗳️ Voted on
D&H Variety faces a $5,000 fine and 21-day tobacco permit suspension for a third self-service tobacco violation in 36 months; establishment has 7 days to appeal.
💰 $5,000 fine, 21-day permit suspension
📍 D&H Variety
💬 Discussed
Agent continues bi-weekly meetings and property compliance inspections with Fire, Police, and Building departments.
💬 Discussed
Board discussed a recent FDA report on vapes, e-cigarettes, and pouches; member requested further discussion and a future public hearing on tobacco pouches.
✅ Approved
Payroll approved for periods March 1–14, 2026.
✅ Approved
Approved payment of $57,966.82 to Republic Services for February 2026 trash/recycling collection.
💰 $57,966.82
March 17, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Meeting opens and is announced as recorded.
📋 Proposed
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Public comment period.
📋 Proposed
Old business item to appoint a town animal inspector.
💬 Discussed
Report covers incident reports at 291 Lincoln St. and an FDA report on vapes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco pouches.
📍 291 Lincoln St.
📋 Proposed
New business addressing tobacco compliance involving DH Variety.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 03.01.26 through 03.14.26.
📋 Proposed
Includes Republic Services February 2026 invoice of $57,966.82 for trash/recycling collection.
💰 $57,966.82
📋 Proposed
Well permit review.
📋 Proposed
Appointments to be considered.
📋 Proposed
Permit approvals.
📋 Proposed
Review of correspondence.
📋 Proposed
Board member comments.
📋 Proposed
Meeting closes.
March 3, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Approved Feb. 17, 2026 minutes unanimously.
💬 Discussed
Trash was delayed a day by the storm and Monday's route was missed entirely; those residents could drop three bags at the Recycling Center or put out three extra bags curbside the following week.
💬 Discussed
Health Agent continues bi-weekly inspections for compliance and will follow up with a property owner on a Title 5 (septic) report.
💬 Discussed
Recent inspection at 1 Farm Street was less favorable than past; Agent working with business owner and Fire Chief.
📍 1 Farm Street
💬 Discussed
Building permit filed to repair the apartment and exterior porches at 18 Edgewater Drive.
📍 18 Edgewater Drive
💬 Discussed
A structure at 41 Carter Ave. collapsed under snow load; owner worked with Board, Fire Chief and Building Commissioner to bring it into compliance.
📍 41 Carter Ave.
✅ Approved
Approved Health Agent payroll for Feb. 15–28, 2026.
✅ Approved
Approved SD Inspections Invoice #2026-10 for $500.00.
💰 $500.00
March 3, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Meeting called to order and announced as recorded.
📋 Proposed
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Open public comment period.
💬 Discussed
Update on the curbside trash and recycling program plus storm planning.
💬 Discussed
Incident reports for 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 18 Edgewater Drive, and 41 Carter Ave.
📍 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 18 Edgewater Drive, 41 Carter Ave.
💬 Discussed
Discussion of requiring a deed restriction limiting 6 Jefferson St. to its current 3-bedroom septic design due to a proposed addition.
📍 6 Jefferson St.
💬 Discussed
Animal inspector matter under new business.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 02.15.26 through 02.28.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices, including SD Inspections Inv.#2026-10 for $500.00.
💰 $500.00
📋 Proposed
Well permit review.
📋 Proposed
Appointments to be considered.
📋 Proposed
Review of food, tobacco, and trash hauler permits.
📋 Proposed
Review of correspondence.
📋 Proposed
Board member comments.
📋 Proposed
Meeting adjourns.
March 3, 2026 · agenda
💬 Discussed
Coming up March 3: update on the curbside trash and recycling program, including a storm plan.
💬 Discussed
Incident reports for 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., and 18 Edgewater Drive to be reviewed.
📍 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 18 Edgewater Drive
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 02.15.26 through 02.28.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
📋 Proposed
Well permits to be reviewed.
📋 Proposed
Appointments to be considered.
📋 Proposed
Food, tobacco, and trash hauler permits to be considered.
📋 Proposed
Vote to accept February 17, 2026 minutes.
February 17, 2026 · minutes
✅ Approved
Approved February 3, 2026 minutes unanimously.
💬 Discussed
Curbside trash and recycling program has improved; main issues remain lid closure and proper curbside container placement, and pickup stays on regular schedule (Washington's Birthday was not a holiday for Republic Service).
💬 Discussed
Owners of 291 Lincoln St. were asked for a Title 5 (septic) report due to property conveyance; combined inspection tentatively set for week of February 23rd.
📍 291 Lincoln St.
💬 Discussed
Recent inspection of 1 Farm Street was favorable; dumpster maintenance issue discussed with owner.
📍 1 Farm Street
💬 Discussed
Camper removed from 92 Main Street; property owner continues working with Board and Fire Chief.
📍 92 Main Street
💬 Discussed
Owner of 18 Edgewater Drive hired a Hazmat company to address interior concerns in Apartment 3 and treat three apartments for bug infestation, following a condemnation notice.
📍 18 Edgewater Drive
💬 Discussed
Agent discussing with CEC, Inc. a possible request to modify DEP post-closure maintenance and monitoring services at the Farm Street Landfill.
📍 Farm Street Landfill
✅ Approved
Approved Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project annual budget with a 1.19% increase.
💰 1.19% budget increase
✅ Approved
Approved health agent payroll for February 1–14, 2026.
✅ Approved
Approved permits (pending documentation) for Little B's BBQ mobile food, Thankful Everyday by Kelsey one-day food permit at Wojick's Farm, and Boys and Girls Club 2026 summer camp.
✅ Approved
Meeting closed unanimously.
February 17, 2026 · agenda
📋 Proposed
Meeting opens and is announced as recorded.
📋 Proposed
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
📋 Proposed
Public comment period.
💬 Discussed
Coming up Feb 17: update on the town's curbside trash and recycling program.
💬 Discussed
Incident reports for 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 92 Main St., 18 Edgewater Drive; also reduced monitoring at the Farm Street landfill.
📍 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 92 Main St., 18 Edgewater Drive, Farm Street Landfill
📋 Proposed
Coming up Feb 17: review of the mosquito control project annual budget.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve payroll for pay periods 01.04.26 through 01.17.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
📋 Proposed
Well permit review.
📋 Proposed
Appointments to be considered.
📋 Proposed
Permits for Forever Ink, Thankful Everyday Mobile, Little B's BBQ, and BV Boys and Giles Club Summer Camp.
📋 Proposed
Correspondence reviewed.
📋 Proposed
Board member comments.
📋 Proposed
Meeting closes.
February 3, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Meeting called to order, recording announced.
• Status unclear
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to accept Dec 16, 2025 and Jan 6, 2026 minutes.
• Status unclear
Open public comment period.
💬 Discussed
Update on the town's curbside trash and recycling program coming up Feb 3.
💬 Discussed
Incident reports at 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 92 Main St., Early Village, 116 Canal St., and 39 Rocco Drive.
📍 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St., 92 Main St., Early Village, 116 Canal St., 39 Rocco Drive
📋 Proposed
Proposed $8K increase for the Animal Inspector to enter a regionalization agreement.
💰 $8,000 increase
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 01.04.26 through 01.17.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
• Status unclear
Well permits to be reviewed.
• Status unclear
Appointments to be considered.
• Status unclear
Food, tobacco, and trash hauler permits to be reviewed.
• Status unclear
Correspondence review.
• Status unclear
Board member comments.
• Status unclear
Meeting adjourns.
January 6, 2026 · minutes
💬 Discussed
Resident Michael Catalano of 25 Mendon St. suggested drilling drainage holes in the bottom of recycling and trash containers.
📍 25 Mendon St.
💬 Discussed
The new curbside trash and recycling program is still working through issues; the Health Agent is in daily contact with drivers and dispatch to fix problems quickly.
💬 Discussed
Routine inspections continue with Fire, Police and Building departments; furniture complaint at 221 Blackstone St. is being removed, and 1 Farm Street inspection was favorable.
📍 221 Blackstone St.; 1 Farm Street
💬 Discussed
Grant-funded air quality sensors received; one installed at Town Hall and one at the recycling center, with remaining sensors to be installed shortly.
📍 Town Hall and recycling center
✅ Approved
Approved Health Agent payroll for pay periods Dec 7–20, 2025 and Dec 21, 2025–Jan 3, 2026.
💬 Discussed
Epidemiologist reports increased COVID and flu since Thanksgiving; wastewater continues to be monitored.
💬 Discussed
Back gate at Farm Street Landfill was damaged again, giving ATVs access to the liner; a camera was suggested to be installed if possible.
📍 Farm Street Landfill
January 6, 2026 · agenda
• Status unclear
Meeting called to order, recording announced.
• Status unclear
Attendance taken.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve prior meeting minutes.
• Status unclear
Public comment period.
💬 Discussed
Update coming Jan 6 on the town's curbside trash and recycling program.
💬 Discussed
Incident reports for 221 Blackstone St., 291 Lincoln St., and 1 Farm St.
📍 221 Blackstone St., 291 Lincoln St., 1 Farm St.
💬 Discussed
New business item on an air sensor grant award.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve Health Agent payroll for pay periods 12.07.25–12.20.25 and 12.21.25–01.03.26.
📋 Proposed
Vote to approve invoices.
• Status unclear
Well permit matters.
• Status unclear
Appointment matters.
• Status unclear
Food, tobacco, and trash hauler permit matters.
• Status unclear
Review of correspondence.
• Status unclear
Board member comments.
• Status unclear
Meeting adjourns.