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- 5/1/25
- 05/02/2025
- 90 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Amherst Board of Health addressed several issues, with the approval of a geothermal well project and discussions on Puffer Pond contamination taking center stage. The board unanimously approved the Fort River geothermal well application, which involves 84 boreholes for a town project. They also expressed concerns about the potential closure of Puffer Pond due to water contamination, linked to aging septic systems, and discussed the public health impact of such a closure.
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- Hampshire County
- 4/3/25
- 04/04/2025
- 120 Minutes
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Overview: In a wide-ranging meeting, the Amherst Board of Health tackled issues concerning the regulation of nicotine pouches and proposed changes to body art regulations. These discussions were motivated by public health concerns and the need to adapt to changing industry standards. The board also addressed the allocation of opioid settlement funds and adjustments within the local health department.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/9/25
- 01/10/2025
- 119 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Board of Health recently convened to discuss proposed changes to tobacco regulations, focusing on the density of tobacco retailers, upcoming public hearings, and the potential adoption of nicotine-free generation policies. Key topics included the impact of nicotine on youth and the logistics of regulatory enforcement.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 10/18/2024
- 120 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Board of Health held a meeting on October 17th where they addressed significant local health issues, including the suspension of a food service license for a local restaurant due to persistent health violations, the approval of a geothermal well project at Amherst College, and updates on revised tobacco regulations. Additionally, the Board discussed water safety certificates and changes in meeting schedules.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 8/8/24
- 08/09/2024
- 76 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Board of Health met virtually on August 8, 2024, to discuss updates to local tobacco regulations, mosquito surveillance efforts, and staffing changes within the public health department.
