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3 donations, transportation, ESL classes and other day to day needs. Ms. Belanger answers all the board's questions and concerns regarding the situation. Measuring Air Pollution Exposure in the Hanscom Field Area Towns Information for the Board – Wendy Heiger-Bernays, Ph.D. Dr. Heiger-Bernays provided information to the Board on the topic of the study being proposed regarding air pollution in the Hanscom Field area towns. The Select Board is being asked to approve the proposal and to allocate ARPA money to fund Lexington’s portion of the study. The researchers will identify whether the pollution is from vehicles, airplanes, or the industry. It will be discussed in the next Select Board meeting on November 27th, 2023. The Board agreed to support the study and for Dr. Heiger-Bernays to act as a representative from the Board of Health. Flu Clinic/ COVID vaccine update Ms. Belanger informed the Board that the Health Department has completed the scheduled clinics, which totaled 14, and had over 950 attendees. The clinics included both flu and COVID- 19 vaccines. Ms. McCartin provided the Board with data comparing last year to this year highlighting the increase in immunization rates. Ms. Belanger also informed the Board that the Health Dept. has received a shipment of COVID test kits, wipes, and gloves. Tobacco Control Update Ms. Belanger informed the Board that Brenda Makumbi is still in training and may provide the Board with reports for the next Board of Health meeting. Health Staff Reports Staff provided their monthly reports. Directors Report provided. Correspondence/Information Adjournment Dr. Heiger-Bernays made a motion to adjourn at 7:54 p.m. Dr. Tung seconded the motion. Approved unanimously