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BOARD OF HEALTH
MINUTES
December 20, 2001
Dr. MacMillan called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Francis P. MacMillan, M.D., Member; John Rizza, D.M.D., Member, Sandra Starr, Health
Director;Brian LaGrasse, Health Inspector;Debra Rillahan, Public Health Nurse.
VOTE ON STATUS OF PRIVATE WELLS
Ms. Starr spoke regarding the issue of private wells. She stated that she is concerned
about the private well situation in town. The New England region is currently in a
drought that dates back to June when the first statement of drought conditions was issued
by the GSDS. There have been at least three wells that have gone dry since the beginning
of the drought. A substantial number of residents have requested information on irrigation
wells, some in the watershed. There was a warrant article at the Town Meeting proposing
restrictions on outside water use, in particular, sprinkler systems. Ms. Starr suggested
that the Board consider, if they see fit, adopting something like a time out on nonessential
wells because of the lengthy drought that we are in. After a discussion the Board voted to
curtail the issuance of well drilling permits for non-essential wells until we are out of this
drought cycle.
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan the Board voted to put a
moratorium on the issuance of well drilling permits for nonessential (not for
drinking water) wells.
BURKE'S MOBIL
Ms. Starr spoke stating that Burke's Mobil has committed a third offense in selling
tobacco products to a minor. Mrs. Burke requested a non-criminal hearing in court,
which they had, and she lost. The court told her to pay the fine, she did not and an arrest
warrant had been issued. On December 1, 2001, Burke's Mobil sold again. On December
6, 2001, Healthy Communities answered questions that Mr. Burke had about the arrest
warrant. Ms. Starr asked Mr. Burke to come to the Board meeting and he refused to
come. There were three offenses, and one outstanding. The Board would like a letter
sent to Mr. Burke stating if he fails to appear before this Board, his license will be
removed. The Board would like to get Healthy Communities to train their personnel.
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FOOD CONSULTANT
Ms. Starr spoke regarding the Food Consultant. ESI had responded to the letter Ms.
Starr wrote. Regarding the contract, Ms. Starr responded by saying there are differences
of opinion and a lack of agreement with ESI in several areas. Ms. Starr sent a letter to
Mr. Gromko of ARG requesting him to review and sign a contract that Ms. Starr will have
to him by January 1, 2002. Hopefully the Board will have a food consultant before the
next meeting.
GLSD
Ms. Starr spoke regarding GLSD and the odors. GLSD, Health Department and DEP
representatives believe that GLSD should be handling all complaints since they are the
only ones who can do anything about the odors. The Board of Selectman wants the
Board of Health involved by following up on the odor complaints. Dr. MacMillan feels it
is DEP's jurisdiction.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board voted to adjourn
at 5:10 p.m.
John S. Rizza, DMD, Clerk