Sudbury Announces Newly Formed Department, Names Director

SUDBURY, MA — Sudbury has announced that its Health Director, Vivian Zeng, transitioned to lead a newly formed department.

Zeng will serve in a new role as Director of Health and Community Services, the town announced Friday. The new department, which will combine other divisions, including Health, Park and Recreation, and Veterans Services, was created through departmental restructuring, the town said.

The Health and Community Services Department combines health with other human services functions. The town said the department restructuring was an adopted model in nearby communities, including Bedford, Concord, Westford, and Weston.

“The work of the Health, Park & Recreation and Veterans departments was already closely connected through our shared focus on the physical, emotional and material well-being of our community members,” said Director Zeng. "Now with increased collaboration, we are positioned to qualify for significant new grant opportunities, introduce cutting-edge initiatives, deepen our outreach into the community, and so much more.”

Zeng began serving as Health Director in April 2023, and officially transitioned to the new role on Jan. 1.

The town said there will be no disruption in services for the Health, Park and Recreation, and Veterans Services Department. The office locations and phone numbers will remain the same.

See Also:

• Sudbury High Schoolers Launch Program To Teach Younger Students About Coding
• 3 Local Teens Carry Out Community Projects To Reach Eagle Scout
• Beloved Sudbury Bookstore Begins Next Chapter Under New Ownership
• Adorable Foxes Frolic Through Snowy Sudbury Backyard: Report