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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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Tick Safety Guidelines
Recent reports of ticks in Dedham Town Forest; take precautions before exploring trails, fields, and wooded areas
04/15/2026 7:00 pm
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BOH News Corner - April 2026
Information about Community Health Assessment, Tick Talk, and Kratom Public Hearing
04/09/2026 9:30 am
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Dedham Parent Survey to Help DOSA Prevention Work
Survey open through April 17; feedback helps to inform local prevention work to address youth substance use
03/27/2026 12:30 pm