June Board of Health Meeting Reveals Daily Challenges of Department
The June 16, 2025 Gardner Board of Health meeting lasted almost an hour. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.
The Board of Health meeting covered a wide range of topics. A citizen was there to provide comments on the landfill and ask questions. An engineer spoke about a variance request via speakerphone. The group discussed regulations via private wells. Director Micah Blondeau updated the Board regarding the leachate pump project stating that a 2nd company went out to the landfill that day for the purpose of preparing an estimate. Results of landfill monitoring are expected any day now. Since the last meeting 29 routine food inspections and 40 housing inspections were conducted. There were no foodborne illness complaints. National Night Out is being planned by Prevention Coordinator Veronica Patty.
Assistant Director Angela DiPrima reported on challenges faced dealing with one particular food establishment (name was not given) with repeat violations every year since 2023 regarding expiring foods and dirty coolers. Last visit and citation was June 10th. Next step might be a possible suspension.