
Serving Colchester, East Haddam, East Hampton, Hebron, Marlborough, Portland
About Us
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Established in July 2002, Chatham Health District (CHD) is a non-profit governmental organization that serves the towns of Colchester, East Haddam, East Hampton, Hebron, Marlborough and Portland Connecticut.
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As a health district, formed under Connecticut General Statutes Section 19a-241, CHD is a special unit of government, allowing member municipalities to provide comprehensive public health services to residents in a more efficient manner by consolidating the services within one organization.
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The Director of Health and staff of CHD work to promote health and wellness among the residents we serve.
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By enforcing the Connecticut Public Health Code, conducting health education programs, monitoring disease outbreaks and nurturing our environment, CHD is focused on promoting healthy communities.
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Our service area covers approximately 266 square miles and has a population of approximately 62,000.
Our Mission
Chatham Health District will, through community partnerships, promote, protect, and improve the health of its residents, by monitoring health concerns, preventing illness, and encouraging healthy lifestyles.
Board of Health
Chatham Health District is governed by an 8-member Board of Health, comprised of representatives of the towns we serve.
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Board of Health Members:
Stan Soby
Chairman
Town of Colchester
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Todd Gelston
Member (CEO)
East Haddam
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Dorianne Wolf
Member
Town of Hebron
Peter Hughes
Treasurer
Town of Marlborough
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David Cox
Member (CEO)
Town of East Hampton
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Rosemary Coyle
Member
Town of Colchester
Michael Pelton
Member (CEO)
Town of Portland
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Katrina Yamazaki
Member
​Town of East Hampton
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Russell Melmed
Director of Health
Chatham Health District
Board of Health Meeting Dates and Minutes
*NEW* Board of Health Meeting Recordings
Beginning April 2026, recordings of the public Board of Health Meetings will be posted on this page.


CHD Board Meeting 4/28/26
Employment Opportunities
Interested in joining our team?
We are currently seeking applicants for the following positions:
There are no open positions at this time.
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