Public health in North Adams, Massachusetts

Welcome to the Health Department of North Adams, located at 10 West Main Street, North Adams, Massachusetts 01247. As a dedicated local government office, we are committed to promoting and protecting the health and well-being of our community. Our team of professionals works tirelessly to provide essential health services, implement public health initiatives, and ensure a safe and healthy environment for all residents. Our services include health inspections, disease prevention and control, vaccination programs, and health education. We collaborate with local organizations and healthcare providers to address public health challenges and improve access to healthcare services. Whether you are seeking information on immunizations, food safety, or wellness programs, our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you.

Welcome to North Adams Payroll & Billing, your trusted partner in managing financial operations for the local government of North Adams, Massachusetts. Conveniently located at 10 Main Street in the heart of our community, we specialize in providing comprehensive payroll and billing services that ensure efficient and accurate financial management for municipal operations. Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining transparency, accuracy, and timeliness in all financial transactions, supporting the fiscal health and accountability of our local government. We work diligently to manage payroll for city employees and handle billing processes that facilitate smooth financial interactions between the city and its residents.

Welcome to the Hoosac Water Quality District (HWQD), a vital local government office dedicated to ensuring the effective management of wastewater for the City of North Adams and the Town of Williamstown, Massachusetts. Located at 667 Simonds Road in Williamstown, our facility proudly serves an estimated population of 25,500, including residents of Clarksburg through an intermunicipal agreement. Established under the 1970 Act of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Chapter 21, Section 29, the HWQD was formed to build, maintain, and operate a comprehensive sewage collection, treatment, and disposal system. Our state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) is the only centralized treatment plant serving North Adams, Williamstown, and parts of Clarksburg. Originally constructed in the mid-1960s, the facility was significantly upgraded in the mid-1970s and again in 2008 to meet modern secondary treatment standards, boasting a current design flow of 6.5 million gallons per day (MGD) and a peak capacity of 18 MGD.

Welcome to the Berkshire County Sheriff's Office, the largest law enforcement agency in Berkshire County, located at 467 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Our office plays a vital role in maintaining public safety and providing essential services across the county's 946 square miles of rural, mountainous terrain. Under the leadership of Sheriff Thomas Bowler, who brings over 24 years of experience from the Pittsfield Police Department, our dedicated team of over 200 staff members is committed to serving the community. We manage the county Jail and House of Correction, as well as the Regional 911 Dispatch Center, ensuring the highest standards of safety and care with dual accreditation from the American Correctional Association (ACA) and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC).