The Sterling Board of Health unanimously hires Karla Coffey as the Health Agent. Chair Richard Lane, Vice-Chair Gary C Menin Sr, and Member Toni Torres Laffond voted unanimously to hire Coffey at a Grade 6, Step 5 starting salary, with a tentative start date of mid-September 2026. Her salary will
Sterling Board of Health unanimously offers Health Agent post to Karla Coffey. Coffey holds an associate's degree in Public Health and is training as a Health Inspector through the Pathway to Local Public Health program, currently working with the Leicester Regional Public Health Coalition. She
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.
Sterling Board of Health adopts noise regulation authority and approves geese deterrents. The Board unanimously approved adding formal authority to establish noise and nuisance regulations under state law and unanimously approved purchasing two solar-powered lights at $450 each to deter geese from
Sterling Board of Health approves variance for reduced water line offset. The board unanimously allowed a seven-foot water supply line offset from a septic tank at 225 Worcester Road, below the required ten feet, contingent on engineering documentation and a deed restriction. The board also abated
Sterling Board of Health approves Local Upgrade Approval and noise enforcement action. The board voted unanimously to grant an alternative septic system design request at 59 Redstone Hill Road and authorized Chairman Richard Lane to demand noise code compliance from 78 Worcester Road, with
Sterling Board of Health unanimously authorizes Health Agent job posting with flexible scheduling plan. Chairman Richard Lane proposed a 24-hour work week position with set office hours and benefits, noting that the Massachusetts Public Health Network can train an agent through an available grant.
Board of Health approves construction permit extensions and septic variances. The Sterling Board of Health unanimously extended two construction permits, 2023-27 for 71 Maple Street and 2023-28 for 27 Chamberlain Road, each for one year. In a pair of split votes, the board approved a Local Upgrade
Sterling Board of Health adopts interim plan as Health Agent vacancy looms. Chairman Richard Lane will serve as emergency contact, with board members Gary C Menin Sr and Vice-Chair Gail Hassett authorized to perform soil evaluations and other duties pending a permanent hire. The board voted
Sterling Board of Health approves amended February minutes and addresses legal expense shortfall. Health Agent David Favreau reported cumulative Board of Health legal costs of $1,475.00, which are unbudgeted and may require a reserve fund transfer before fiscal year end. The Board approved a ZBA
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