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Board of Health

Members: Matt Gagner-Chair, Steve Zeveska-Vice (Chair), Jon Sanborn-Member

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Government · Board of Health

Board hears Flint Road landfill status; rescinds minutes

The Board of Health heard a status report on Flint Road Landfill capping and PFAS work. Health Director James Philbrook reported that work at the 54 Flint Road site is progressing, with a large ledge section discovered that will not require a liner, reducing costs.

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Government · Board of Health

Board tables Rawson blasting decision pending inquiry

Charlton health board tables decision on Rawson Materials blasting operations pending review. Chair Matt Gagner convened the board with members Jon Sanborn and Steve Zeveska to defer action on the blasting matter, inviting both Rawson and the Department of Environmental Protection to present at the

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Government · Board of Health

Board of Health clarifies procedures for handling blighted properties

Board of Health clarifies procedures for blighted properties. Chair Matt Gagner and Member Steve Zeveska, meeting with Health Director James Philbrook and Attorney Robert Hennigan, outlined coordinated procedures for handling dangerous and unsafe structures, with the Building Department addressing

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Government · Board of Health

Board of Health hears resident blasting concerns

Charlton Board of Health hears resident concerns about blasting operations near Larnerd Hill. At its May 5 meeting, the three-member board heard resident Eric Borgeson present concerns about silica dust, damaged foundations, and neighbors who relocated due to health impacts including PTSD. Chair

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Government · Board of Health

Board of Health restructures leadership with Gagner extension

The Charlton Board of Health reorganized its leadership, extending Chair Gagner's term. Gagner will remain Chair through October 2026, when Jon Sanborn becomes Vice Chair and Steve Zeveska becomes Member. Health Director James Philbrook reported ongoing rat eradication efforts outside a Dunkin

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Government · Board of Health

Charlton Board of Health focuses on landfill monitoring

Charlton Board of Health continues landfill and PFAS oversight. Chair Matt Gagner and members Jon Sanborn and Steve Zeveska unanimously approved prior meeting minutes. Health Director James Philbrook reported a trailer is now in place at 54 Flint Road and the board is pursuing permission for an

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