Board of Health – Aug 6, 2026
What was decided
The Board discussed enforcement efforts against tobacco retailers selling non-FDA-approved products, including legal pushback from one retailer's lawyer and a response from the Attorney General's office. Staff gave updates on septic compliance, food safety, opioid abatement, a state performance survey, prevention programs, and communicable disease trends. The Board agreed to wait until September to act on a proposed regulation amendment requiring retailer compliance with federal, state, and local law.
Decisions recorded
- Approved the July 9, 2026 Board of Health minutes as amended, 4-0. page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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Terms used here
- abatement
- A reduction or cancellation of a property tax bill, granted by the assessors, for example after an error in the assessment.
Source
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