There has been plenty of discourse surrounding the likelihood that the Board of Health may not receive two additional members this year, even though the town voted in favor of this last summer. Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer said the potential that the Board of Health may not receive its additional two members this year was due to a miscommunication on whose … [Read more...] about McMahon addresses Board of Health chatter
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Compactor crisis leads to delays
After looking forward to getting the ball rolling on the Transfer Station renovations, contractors discovered hidden issues when removing the old compactor which will lead to a further delay in completion. On Monday, Jan. 20, contractors assigned to replace the old compactor, in what workers at the station call “the pit,” found problems involving the steel flooring and some … [Read more...] about Compactor crisis leads to delays
Charter Commission and Board of Health talk budget
The Board of Health met Tuesday night with members of the Town Charter Committee to discuss the department’s structure, staffing challenges, and budget needs, as well as the division of responsibilities between the Board of Health and the Health Department. Board of Health member Helaine Hazlett spoke about the department’s staffing crisis, emphasizing that it is severely … [Read more...] about Charter Commission and Board of Health talk budget
Marblehead secures grant to boost mental health
The Mental Health Task Force announced the town’s approval of the Best Practices Program, a grant that will support mental health activities to benefit the Marblehead community. “One of my goals for being on the Board of Health is to bring the public back into discussion and bring public health back into the forefront,” said task force and Board of Health member Tom Massaro. … [Read more...] about Marblehead secures grant to boost mental health
Board of Health calls on the community to participate in wellness
The Board of Health is looking to rebuild trust with the community post-pandemic, and emphasized the need for community participation at its meetings. “Public health is too often seen as a department issue rather than a society effort,” Board member Dr. Thomas Massaro said. "Communities must be treated as experts." Dr. Massaro is calling on members of the community to … [Read more...] about Board of Health calls on the community to participate in wellness