Board of Health

Overview

Appointed by the Town Manager, the 5 member Lexington Board of Health acts as an advisory and oversight Board to the Lexington Public Health Division.

In addition, the Board of Health is held responsible, (under various Massachusetts General Laws), for disease prevention and control, and health and environmental protection and promoting a healthy community. Lexington Board of Health members frequently reference Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection protocols.

The Lexington Board of Health develops, implements and enforces local health regulations, oversees environmental health inspections to maintain minimum standards for sanitation in housing and food service, and assures that the basic health needs of their community are being met.

Meeting Location

Town Office Building
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington, MA 02420

BOH Meeting Schedule

BOH Meeting Schedule 2022

BOH Meeting Schedule 2023

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

Agendas
Minutes

Current Membership