# Norfolk County Commissioners Meeting 10-7-2026


**Body:** County of Norfolk, MA
**Date:** October 06, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Public Safety, Construction & Infrastructure, Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure


The Norfolk County Commission meeting on October 7, 2026, approved an up-to-$2,000 grant to the Town of Canton to support its regional whole-blood transfusion program, using opioid grant funds. Commissioners also approved a memorandum of understanding for the 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant, totaling $67,611 and administered by Braintree for Braintree, Quincy, Weymouth, and Norfolk County; the chair was authorized to sign. Under ARPA, they approved transfers of $218.63 for Cohasset and $9,600 within the county program to offset expenses related to a Wallace Recreation Facility restroom study. The County Director reported that paving, drainage, and lighting work at the Dedham District Court parking lot is scheduled to begin October 19 and is projected to finish by November 25; no contractor or project cost was provided. The Procurement Department reported no bid openings or contract awards.

The County CIO continued an informational presentation on artificial intelligence. County staff are assessing a Commonwealth offer for an approved AI assistant license, but no purchase or licensing decision was made. Commissioners also approved payroll and expense warrants. Other business included personnel actions and meeting-schedule discussion.

**Source:** County of Norfolk, MA