Board of Health

The Ulster County Board of Health is a seven-member advisory board to the Department of Health that provides oversight and guidance on public health matters. Members of the Board consult on critical issues, review and assess programs, and advise County leadership on initiatives that strengthen community health.

The members of the Board also have the power to inspect and review all facilities and programs of the Department of Health, consult with respect to capital projects, and carry out related duties as may be required by the County Executive and Legislature. All reports and recommendations are part of the public record.

Members

Name Resolution Term Expires Position Details

Kathleen Rogan
Chair

2024-524 12/31/2027 City of Kingston Mayor Nomination
Eric Stewart 2026-209  12/31/2026  County Legislature 

Marta Sanchez
Vice Chair

2025-469 12/31/2026 Physician
Shankar Kurra 2025-470 12/31/2028 Physician
Vacant

12/31/2026  Other Licensed Healthcare Professional
Michael Zierler 2025-8 12/31/2029 At Large Member
Ashima Butler 2025-470 12/31/2026 At Large Member

 

Membership Rules

The Board of Health shall consist of seven members who serve five-year terms and are appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Legislature. One member shall be a physician. Two additional members shall be a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or any combination thereof, licensed to practice in the State of New York. No member of the Board of Health shall serve for more than two consecutive terms.

 

Meetings

Upcoming Meetings

20 Oct 2026

Ordinary Meeting

05:15 PM

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10 Nov 2026

Ordinary Meeting

05:15 PM

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Recent Meetings

Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Health

Meeting Details

Meeting Date

September 08, 2026

Meeting Time

05:15 PM

Meeting Location

Department of Health - Director's Conference Room, 239 Golden Hill Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
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Meeting Type

Ordinary Meeting

Meeting Documents

Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Health

Meeting Details

Meeting Date

August 11, 2026

Meeting Time

05:00 PM

Meeting Location

Department of Health - Director's Conference Room, 239 Golden Hill Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
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Meeting Type

Ordinary Meeting

Meeting Documents

Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Health

Meeting Details

Meeting Date

July 14, 2026

Meeting Time

05:00 PM

Meeting Location

Department of Health - Director's Conference Room, 239 Golden Hill Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
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Meeting Type

Ordinary Meeting

Meeting Documents

Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Health

Meeting Details

Meeting Date

June 09, 2026

Meeting Time

05:00 PM

Meeting Location

Department of Health - Director's Conference Room, 239 Golden Hill Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
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Meeting Type

Ordinary Meeting

Meeting Documents

Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Health

Meeting Details

Meeting Date

May 12, 2026

Meeting Time

05:00 PM

Meeting Location

Department of Health - Director's Conference Room, 239 Golden Hill Lane
Kingston, NY 12401
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Meeting Type

Ordinary Meeting

Meeting Documents

About

Mission

  • The Ulster County Board of Health advises County leadership on public health policy, oversight, and initiatives, ensuring effective programs and promoting the well-being of the community through informed, transparent guidance.

 

Enabling Legislation

 

Board Documents