Board of Health

Board of Health

There are five members appointed to staggered three year terms. They are responsible for formulating and enforcing regulations affecting our environment and actions affecting our health. The Board of Health regulates the following under the Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Laws and Town of Rehoboth Board of Health rules and regulations:

  1. Food service and retail food permits
  2. Sewage disposal systems and wells
  3. Stables and piggeries
  4. Nuisances
  5. The Town Transfer Station (trash disposal and recycling)

Public Health Nurse

The Public Health Nurse works in the Health Department, under the direction of the Board of Health. The primary role of the nurse is to provide infectious disease surveillance and reporting to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Other services include patient education, blood pressure screening, and vaccine administration.

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Karl Drown Health Agent Ext. 3101
Amy Brown Ext.-3100

Board Members

Name Title
Rachel Smith Chairman
George W. Kellum IV Member
Mark Hass Member
Katie Eyer Vice Chairman
Gary Zimmer Member
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