From 1908 to 1909, Wasgatt was a member of the Everett Board of Aldermen.
From January 2, 1911 to January 2, 1912 he was the city's Mayor.
From 1912 to 1917 he was a member of the Everett School Committee.

From 1915 to 1917 Wasgatt represented the 4th District on the Massachusetts Governor's Council.

Wasgatt later served as a member of the State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration and Associate Commissioner of Labor and Industries.
From 1908 to 1909, Wasgatt was a member of the Everett Board of Aldermen. From January 2, 1911 to January 2, 1912 he was the city's Mayor. From 1912 to 1917 he was a member of the Everett School Committee.
From 1915 to 1917 Wasgatt represented the 4th District on the Massachusetts Governor's Council.
Wasgatt later served as a member of the State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration and Associate Commissioner of Labor and Industries.
Herbert P. Wasgatt