Board of Health unanimously approves mosquito control budget increase.
The Blackstone Board of Health unanimously approved a 1.19 percent annual budget increase for the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project. Chairman Joshua J. Ryan, Vice-Chairman Kevin J. Ryan, and member Peter C. Ryan, Sr. also unanimously approved payroll for Health Agent Colleen M.
Board of Health · Meeting of February 17, 2026
BLACKSTONE — The Blackstone Board of Health unanimously approved a 1.19 percent annual budget increase for the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project. Chairman Joshua J. Ryan, Vice-Chairman Kevin J.
Ryan, and member Peter C. Ryan, Sr. also unanimously approved payroll for Health Agent Colleen M. Strapponi and three vendor permits: annual mobile food service for Little B's BBQ, a one-day permit for Thankful Everyday by Kelsey, and a 2026 summer camp operating permit for the Blackstone Valley Boys and Girls Club, all contingent on receipt of required documentation.
Health Agent Strapponi reported ongoing property inspections at four town addresses, including a pending Title 5 septic inspection at 291 Lincoln Street.
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Source: the Board of Health meeting of February 17, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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