ZERO WASTE CHALLENGE
How much trash do you generate? Are you ready to reduce your waste footprint? Try the 30 Day Zero-Waste Challenge!
https://earth911.com/home-garden/the-30-day-zero-waste-challenge-simple-daily-actions-for-beginners/
Author: Board of Health
Rental Inspections
Did you know that all rental units in Merrimac must be inspected prior to renting? You can find the regulations on the town website, under Documents, Board of Health, Regulations: https://townofmerrimac.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Regulations-Governing-Certification-of-Rental-Dwellings-and-Rooming-Units-in-Merrimac.pdf
Rental Inspection application forms can also be found on the town website under Documents, Board of Health, Applications: https://townofmerrimac.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Rental-Inspection-Application-1.pdf
Still have questions? Contact the Board of Health at 978-346-4066 or BOH@townofmerrimac.com
Bird Flu/Avian Influenza
Bird Flu Detected In Massachusetts
For more information: https://www.mass.gov/news/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-detected-in-massachusetts
COVID Test Kits
The Merrimac Board of Health has free COVID test kits available. There are five tests in each kit, and are currently in a “grab & go” box in the Town Hall lobby.
Meeting Canceled:
Tonight’s Board of Health meeting has been canceled due to illness and will be rescheduled at a later date.
FREE COVID TESTS
Beginning September 25, every U.S. household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. Before You Throw Out “Expired” Tests: Check FDA’s website to see if your COVID-19 tests’ expiration dates have been extended.
To order your free COVID tests go to covid.gov/tests, or call 1-800-232-0233