02/26/2026

Policy to Practice: The local public health transformation under SAPHE 2.0

March 3rd

The Massachusetts Municipal Association has partnered with the Department of Public Health (DPH) to host this training and DPH will engage municipal leaders to discuss the partnership between the state and municipalities in essential local public health work and what SAPHE 2.0 means for our state’s cities and towns.
 
Webinar details
Policy to practice: The local public health transformation under SAPHE 2.0
Noon to 1:15 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3
Online with Zoom (registration link provided below)
 
Key highlights of the session:

• The impact of SAPHE 2.0: How the new legislation secures long-term sustainability and data-driven reporting
• Success stories: Guest speakers will share real-world examples of local transformation funded by the Public Health Excellence Grant Program
• Long-term transformation: How these improvements foster more resilient, safer communities

Speakers include:

• Rachael Cain, Deputy Director, Office of Local and Regional Health, DPH
• Derek Brindisi, Town Manager, Plymouth
• Dominick Pangallo, Mayor, Salem
• Paul McLatchy III, Town Administrator, Town of Ashfield

How to register

The free webinar is open to all MMA members, specifically city or town leadership. Complete your webinar registration online.

In December, MMA hosted an introductory webinar about SAPHE 2.0. Feel free to watch the recording here in advance of the March webinar.

 
Thank you for your support and consideration as we work together towards a healthier Massachusetts.