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Select Board, 6/23/26
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Public Health Department Reports on CareSolis Success, Intern Projects, Abandoned Properties, and Upcoming Events
Linda, the Director of Public Health, provided an update on various initiatives and grants. She reported on the success of the CareSolis program, noting 285 users since its mid-March launch and plans for further promotion over the summer, including outreach to rising eighth graders and collaboration with school counselors. Linda also detailed the work of five interns assisting the department with projects like a mental health resource guide, tick-borne disease surveillance, community needs assessment, and elderly health initiatives. She also updated on abandoned properties, mentioning progress on cleaning up 21 Essex Road and the upcoming demolition of 15 Garden Street, while 76 Mountain Street requires further action. Updates on shared services grants included the acquisition of translation devices and swag items for community events focused on skin safety and bug repellent. Plans for future events like summer concerts, a safety fest, a wellness fair, and a senior-focused wellness fair were announced. Linda also provided an update on tobacco training, pool certification for Anya, and presented at the select board meeting. She also announced her upcoming summer leave, with Carly and Anya taking lead, supported by Kevin Duquette as backup.
Public Health Nurse Reports on Camp Inspections, Skin Cancer Screenings, and Community Outreach
Carly, a public health nurse, provided an update on her activities. She reported on establishing a connection with Foremost Nursing Home and Rehab to potentially provide vaccinations and educational talks. She detailed numerous camp inspections conducted, noting all major camps have been inspected. Carly mentioned a successful skin cancer screening event hosted by the Dana Farber Bloom van, which served about 50 residents and referred at least one person for follow-up. She also highlighted her upcoming work with interns and her plan to take over more responsibilities, including pool inspections.
Board of Health Discusses Kratom Regulation, Differentiating Natural and Synthetic Products
The Board of Health discussed the regulation of kratom sales within the town. Presentations were given by Laura Romney, President of International Plant and Herbal Alliance, John Schenholzer, Advocacy Director for American Veterans for Kratom Safe, and Dr. Heidi Sikora, a retired nurse practitioner. The speakers differentiated between natural kratom leaf products and synthetic, chemically modified products, highlighting the safety concerns associated with synthetics like 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH). They advocated for Kratom Consumer Protection Laws that would ban synthetic products while allowing natural kratom. The board discussed options for town regulations, including a total ban, banning only synthetics, or waiting for state-level legislation. They decided to work on draft regulations over the summer and present them for discussion in September, focusing on banning synthetic derivatives and ensuring proper labeling and testing for natural products. The board also considered establishing a product registration program for vendors and retailers.
Board of Health Approves Transfer of Authorized Agent Duties to Ethan Pipes with Supervision and Reporting Requirements
The Board of Health discussed a proposed transfer of duties and authority from Kevin Pipes to Ethan Pipes for the role of authorized agent for the Board of Health per Title V. The motion was amended to include supervision of Ethan by Kevin during the transition period and a requirement for Ethan to provide a monthly report on variance activities to the board. The board unanimously approved the motion, signifying Ethan's official assumption of responsibilities with ongoing support and oversight from Kevin.
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