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Board of Health formulates and enforces rules and regulations to protect the environment and public health, as defined by Dedham's Town Charter Article 3-6.
Members
The Board of Health has three members who are elected to 3-year, staggered terms. Elections are held annually on the second Saturday of April. Current members include:
| NAME | ROLE | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Bernadette Chirokas |
Chair | 2028 |
| Emma Reidy | Vice-Chair | 2027 |
| Jessica Katherine Paulus |
Member | 2029 |
Contact
To send an email to the Board of Health, please use the following email address:
Town boards and committees consist of volunteers who may not be available during business hours. If you need a response during business hours, please contact the Health Department.
Meetings
The Board of Health meets monthly. Public meeting dates and times are posted at Town Hall and the Dedham Public Library at least 48 hours before each meeting in compliance with the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law. Meeting agendas will also be posted on this website.
News
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BOH News Corner - September 2026
September is Recovery Month; scheduled events and how to connect with DOSA
09/03/2026 4:00 pm
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Mosquito Sample Positive for West Nile
Confirmation by Mass. Dept. of Public Health on Tuesday, August 18; risk level remains low
08/21/2026 9:00 am
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Heat Advisory In Effect Until Friday
Cool off with us at Town Hall, Senior Center, and both Libraries to beat the heat
08/06/2026 11:00 am