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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-03-22 Board of Health Minutes North Andover Board of Health Meeting Minutes Thursday_ Mareli 22, 2018 7.()0 lari> 120 Main Street,2"d Floor Selectmen's Meeting Roam North Andover, MA 01845 Present: Larry Fixler,Frank MacMillan Jr.,Joseph McCarthy,Michelle Davis,Brian LaGrasse,Toni K. Wolfenden,Caroline Jbbitson. Dr.Thomas Trowbridge was not present. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Larry Fixler called the meeting to order at 7:02prn in the 2®d Floor Selectmen's Meeting Room. The meeting was recorded. it. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A. PU13LIC HEARINGS—Chairman Larry Fixler called the public hearing to order 7:03pnr. All were in favor(4-0-0). Robert Daigle of Robert Daigle Construction,LLC located at 14 Coffin Avenue Haverhill, MA 01830 has been a permitted septic installer with the town since 2004. He has come before the board of health to request his disposal works installers permit be reinstated for 2018. Mr. Daigle's permit was denied because of issues pulling permits and not following proper procedures in 2017. There was concern with quality of work,use of incorrect components and timeliness of pulling permits and system installations,which resulted in extra burdens on the homeowner and health department staff. Mr, Daigle provided letters of recommendation, and his copy of the contract for the residence in question. Mr. Daigle agrees he installed an incorrect d-box. He stated he misunderstood a conversation with Brian LaGrasse in regards to d-box regulations. He corrected the error. There was also a problem a bottom of the bed inspection and a missed sand inspection. The requirements are found on the septic system installer project management obligations form. Frank.MacMillan states if Mr.Daigle appears before the board in the future for not following the rules and regulations of the board of health,his license should be permanently revoked. MOTION made by Joseph McCarthy to reinstate the Disposal Works Installers Permit for Mr. Daigle of Daigle Construction,LLC for 2018,with the condition that,the permit will be revoked permanently,if there are any future problems with the authority of the Board of Health by Brian LaGrasse. Motion seconded by Frank MacMillan.All were in favor and the motion was approved(4-0-0). Public Hearing closed at 7:51 pm Royal Crest will not be coming before the board of health. 'They requested a"stay". Royal Crest will hold the right to appeal. At this time,they are working with the Town of North.Andover to correct various violations. There is an action plan in place. If the town is not satisfied,they will be asked to appear before the board, 2018 North Andover Board of Health Meeting Page 1 of 3 Board of Health Members:Larry Fixler,Chairman;Joseph McCarthy,Member/Clerk;Francis P.MacMillan,Jr.,M.D. Mernber/Town.Physician;Thomas Trowbridge,DDS,MD,Member;Michelle Davis,RN,Member Jiealth Department Staff: Brian LaGrasse,Health Director,Caroline Jbbitson,Public Health Nurse;Michele Grant,Public health Inspector;Toni K. Wolfenden,Health Department Assistant MOTION made by Frank MacMillan to approve the request for Royal Crest to appeal with a Stay. Motion seconded by Michelle Davis. All were in favor and the motion was approved. (4-0- 0) III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Meeting minutes firom February 22,2018 were presented for signature. Motion was made by Joseph McCarthy to approve the minutes,the motion was seconded by Michelle Davis, all were in favor and the minutes were approved. (4-0-0) IV. OLD BUSINESS V. NEW BUSINESS A. Brian LaGrasse shares promotional literature on legalized marijuana. The title is"What EveryAdult Should Know". It helps adults talk to their children about marijuana facts. The pamphlet is for parents,not for children. V1. COMMUNICATIONS,ANNOUNCEMENTS,AND DISCUSSION A. Larry Fixter shares an article on acetaminophen overdoses. There is a concern with duplicating medicines,which could result in liver damage. During the cold and flu season overdose risk increases. One should not drink alcohol and use acetaminophen. B. Frank MacMillan and Ronald Beauregard will be presenting a discussion on vaping and nicotine in May 2018 C. Brian LaGrasse will be contacting the Northeast Mosquito Control for a 15-minute discussion on protecting yourself against pests. D. 2018 First and Main Farmers Market- Brian LaGrasse asks the board of health if they will be issuing or waiving the temporary permit fee. The board has requested a recommendation from Phil DeCologero,town representative for the farmers market. F. The monthly reports were presented to the board please see Appendix A VII. CORRESPONDENCE/NEWSLETTERS VIII. ADJOURNMENT MOTION made by Frank MacMillan to adjourn the meeting. Joseph McCarthy seconded the motion and all were in favor(4-0-0).The meeting adjourned at 8:33 pm. Prepared by: Toni K, Wo?ILnden, Health Dep.Assistant Reviewed by: All Board ref Health Members&Brian LaGrasse, Health Director S :igned by: ........... Jo OcCartd�y, Clerk qfthe and Date Signed �o North Andover Board of Health Meeting Minutes Thursday_..March 22, 201 7:00 p.m. 120 Main Street,2`1 Floor Selectmen's Meeting boom j North Andover, MA 01845 Documents used at meeting: Meeting agenda Thursday March 22,2018 Minutes of February 22,2018 Denial letter to Robert Daigle Letter from town resident Natasha Vance I.etter from Robert Daigle to Brian LaGrasse requesting a hearing I.,etter from Brian I..aGrasse to Robert Daigle granting a public hearing Minutes from 143 Lacy Street/51 Hay Meadow Road 310 CMR: Department of Environmental Protection---regulations on septic systems 15.000 Daigle letter of Recommendations 3 North Andover Board of Health Order to Correct Royal Crest Public Health Director,RN and Health Inspector Monthly Reports Pamphlet ":Talking to I{ids About.I Bali ,qd Marijuana" i i 2018 North Andover Board of Health Meeting Page 3 of 3 Board of Health Members:harry Fixler,Chairman;Joseph McCarthy,Member/Cleric;Francis P.MacMillan,Jr.,M.D. Member/:Gown Physician;Thomas Trowbridge,DDS,MD,Member;Michelle Davis,RN,Member Ilcalth Department Staff: Brian LaGrasse,Health Director,Caroline lbbitson,Public:Health Nurse;Michele Grant,Public Health Inspector;Toni K. Wolfenden,Health Department Assistant