HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-08-26 Board of Health Minutes BOARD OF HEALTH
MINUTES
AUGUST 26, 1993
Dr. MacMillan called the meeting to order at 7 : 20 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Francis P. MacMillan, M. D. , Chairman, John S. Rizza, D.M.D. , Bob
Leyland, Environmental/Health Agent, and Sandy Starr, Health
Agent.
RABIES POLICY•
Mrs. Starr stated that a meeting was held on Monday, August 23rd
with her, Karen Nelson, Sue Northam, Dr. Atwood, and Glen Anson.
The main question/concern was what happens when an animal bite
occurs on a weekend and who should be the contact person. Dr.
Iseke from Lawrence General Hospital called a few weeks ago
trying to organize a hot line for animal bites that occur on the
weekend.
Everyone at the meeting agreed that things work pretty good on
the day to day basis but there is no set schedule for weekends.
Mrs. Starr informed the Board that a procedure would be developed
to give some direction to the police dispatcher.
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to accept and. approve the plan that Mrs. Starr
sets forth.
WELL REGULATION CHANGE:
A general discussion was held in reference to the well regulation
additions. The additions are as follows:
2 . 3 Appropriate wiring and plumbing permits must be
applied for and issued by the Building Department
prior to well construction.
Previous 2 . 3 changed to 2 . 4
Previous 2 . 4 changed to 2 . 5
Previous 2 . 5 changed to 2 . 6
3 . 6 Addition to 3 . 6. . .The well must also be inspected
by the wiring inspector and the plumbing inspector
with recommendations made to the Board of Health.
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to adopt the changes in the well regulations as
stated above and to publish these changes in the citizen.
VOTE TO SUPPORT THE CO-INCINERATION OF THE SANITARY DISTRICT
SLUDGE AT THE NESWC/MRI FACILITY OF HOLT ROAD:
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to support the Co-Incineration of the Sanitary
District Sludge at the NESWC/MRI facility of Holt Road.
OTHER BUSINESS•
GLSD Complaints:
A general discussion was held in reference to the numerous odor
complaints from the GLSD Incinerator.
Approval of Minutes - 6/24/93 :
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to approve the minutes of 6/24/93 as written.
Dumpster Regulation - Reword Motion to Read "Repeal Fee" instead
of "Repeal Regulation":
Dr. Rizza stated that he was under the assumption that the
dumpster regulations were repealed. The Board discussed other
options in reference to enforcing the dumpster regulations. The
Board decided to table this matter to the next meeting when Mr.
Osgood is present.
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to table this matter until Mr. Osgood is
present.
Leary - Essex Street:
Mrs. Starr stated that the system at 57 Essex Street is still not
in place. The brief is still with Town Counsel ready for court
action if construction does not begin. Dr. MacMillan stated that
this should be resolved by the next Board of Health Meeting on
September 16, 1993 .
Dr. MacMillan inquired as to not mandating him hook-up to Town
water and sewer after this enormous cost to repair his system.
Mrs. Starr suggested that a motion be made to determine what time
frame Mr. Leary will be given before he is required to tie-in.
Dr. MacMillan asked if the Board of Health would be making
recommendations on a case by case basis in reference to requiring
people to tie-in. Dr. MacMillan stated that he would want
everyone to hook-up except in situations such as Mr. Leary-
paying a large amount of money to repair a system and then
another large amount of money to tie-in.
Budget Discussion - FY193 Ending:
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to table this matter until Mr. Osgood is
present and to obtain the FY193 Ending Budget.
Watershed Statistics:
A general discussion ensued in reference to the lake' s water
quality and the algae counts.
316 Johnson Street - Field Variances:
Mrs. Starr stated that she received plans on July 2nd for a
repair. She stated there were several things that needed
variances. It went before Conservation. Mrs. Starr stated that
because the Board was not going to meet in July and because it
was a repair, Mrs. Starr gave the okay to put the system in.
Mrs. Starr stated that it all meets Title V, otherwise she would
not of considered it. Mrs. Starr stated that there is 6 feet
between the trenches instead of the 10 feet; the tank is 10 feet
from the house, not 25 feet; the distance to the wetlands is 90
feet instead of 100 feet. Mrs. Starr stated that Title V
requires 50 feet.
The Board concurred with Mrs. Starr's judgement. No action
taken.
78 East Water Street:
Mrs. Starr stated that she did a reinspection at 78 East Water
Street and everything has been cleaned up and the condo has been
sold.
Val's Village Deli:
Mrs. Starr stated that last winter, Mr. Vallentino was told to
attend the Food Handlers Course and receive a food handlers
certification. At the present time, Mr. Valentino has not signed
up for the course.
Mrs. Starr stated that she picked up three checks from Mr.
Valentino today, made out to the Aggie, and he will be attending
the course beginning September 13 , 1993 .
Mrs. Starr stated that the physical facilities, i.e. tile,
counters, new stove have been all taken care of but he has been
backsliding on the sanitation. Mrs. Starr stated that she will
be stopping by on a regular basis to keep him on top of things.
Disposal Works Installers License:
A brief discussion ensued in reference to installers not renewing
their licenses on or before January 1st and possibly enforcing a
penalty if not renewed by January 1st.
The Board agreed to discuss this matter at the next meeting.
Request for a Disposal Works Installers License - Brian McGee:
Mrs. Starr stated that Mr. 'McGee took the installer's test today
and passed. Mrs. Starr stated that she is unfamiliar with his
work but will check his references.
The Board members agreed to grant a Disposal Works Installers
license to Mr. Brian McGee contingent upon his references.
Next Meeting Date:
The Board agreed to meet on Thursday, September 16, 1993 .
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion by Dr. Rizza, seconded by Dr. MacMillan, the Board
voted unanimously to adjourn at 8: 40 p.m.
Gayton Osgood, Clerk