# Board of Health 11/09/2026

The City of Worcester Board of Health met on November 9, 2026. The board reviewed a draft bodyworks ordinance intended to establish city licensing and permitting for practitioners and establishments, with requirements covering identity and certification checks, insurance, CPR training, sanitation, facility conditions, inspections, and enforcement. Staff said the proposal addresses health and safety concerns as well as illicit activity and human trafficking; they estimated 50–75 bodyworks establishments in the city, including about 25–30 believed to be illicit. The draft is being refined with legal and board feedback, with public comment anticipated in January, a final vote targeted for February, and possible enactment in March. No vote was taken on the draft, and no procurement activity was identified.

The board approved the previous meeting’s minutes. Public health staff reported that communicable disease levels were generally normal and described plans to offer flu and COVID vaccines at a Veterans Day event while exploring a program to provide additional childhood vaccines. The board also discussed a December gun buyback event and planned future agenda items, including a bodyworks ordinance follow-up and a community health assessment update.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Healthcare, Public Safety
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** November 09, 2026

### Sources
- [Board of Health 11/09/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KqBbweHOdA) - City of Worcester