Board Increases Contract for Health Inspections
Sterling Board of Health votes to boost health inspections funding during agent search. The board unanimously increased its annual contract with the Metrowest Public Health Network by $500, raising the total to $2,200 per year, to sustain inspectional services while recruiting for a Health Agent.
Board of Health · Meeting of August 13, 2026
Sterling Board of Health votes to boost health inspections funding during agent search. The board unanimously increased its annual contract with the Metrowest Public Health Network by $500, raising the total to $2,200 per year, to sustain inspectional services while recruiting for a Health Agent. Chairman Richard Lane reported completion of dozens of permits and license renewals in the previous month, including building approvals, septic inspections, and beach testings.
Board member Toni Laffond will coordinate an inventory of emergency preparedness supplies.
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Source: the Board of Health meeting of August 13, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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